?Collab With Balenciaga?: Despite $11 Million Loss, Kyrie Irving Might Follow Kawhi Leonard?s Steps, Leaving NBA Fans Excited

Kyrie Irving has had a very turbulent 2022-23 NBA season so far. The Brooklyn Nets star was already struggling with injuries in the previous season, and controversies seemingly got the best of him recently. The 30-year-old?s tweet on a film landed him in deep trouble as it was regarded to contain antisemitic tropes. The Brooklyn Nets subsequently imposed a lengthy ban on the superstar and only recently was he able to return back on to the court.?

In light of the recent controversies, sporting giants Nike decided to end its partnership with Irving, making him look for new sponsors. NBA fans went crazy as they got to learn who might be the potential new sponsor of the former NBA champion.?

Kyrie Irving may reportedly sign with New Balance

According to recent reports, Kyrie Irving?may sign with New Balance in a new sneaker deal.?

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The Brooklyn Nets guard has arguably always been under the shadow of controversy, and this time his refusal to initially apologize for his actions led to several of his endorsement brands cutting ties with Irving. It will be interesting to see whether Irving can sign a deal with New Balance.

Furthermore, NBA fans had a lot to say about the latest reports online.?

Here are some of the reactions from NBA Twitter:?

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Some fans said that Irving would be a better fit for luxury brand Balenciaga considering they are currently embroiled in a controversy of their own. Others suggested that the New Balance brand is too small for Irving?s stature and that his shoes are going to bring New Balance?s reputation and sales back up. Notably, Nike’s contract termination reportedly cost Irving around $11 million per year. The seven-time All-Star is now a free agent in the sneaker market.?

The brand is not exactly popular among basketball fans, with arguably only Kawhi Leonard as their notable signing. Leonard signed with NB back in 2018, to shock many sports brands, after having even turned down Nike?s Jordan brand.

The Brooklyn Nets’ season so far

The Brooklyn Nets are currently in fourth place on the Eastern Conference table, with a 14-12 record so far this season. The Nets dreamt of winning a championship with stars like Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving in their ranks. Fans will be hoping that, now with Ben Simmons on the roster and playing regulalry, the Nets can finally win a chip.

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