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DALLAS, TX – MAY 6: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Brooklyn Nets plays defense on Luka Doncic #77 of the Dallas Mavericks during the game on May 6, 2021 at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2021 NBAE (Photo by Glenn James/NBAE via Getty Images)
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The Kyrie Irving saga has not reached its conclusion yet. Even though he opted in to sign his $37 million player option, speculations about which team he will select in the future are still rife. The names that have been linked to him are the Los Angeles Lakers, the Miami Heat, and the New York Knicks, among others.
But a new team has emerged out of the shadows. They, too, want the maverick point guard so that their superstar’s abilities are enhanced. The team? The Dallas Mavericks. They were initially not linked with each other but Jalen Brunson’s departure can open up a lot of space.
Per source, the Dallas #Mavericks are expected to heavily pursue a trade for #Nets star Kyrie Irving. Assuming they lose Jalen Brunson, that pursuit will be very aggressive.
— Evan Massey (@massey_evan) June 30, 2022
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Luka Doncic is already a superstar. The franchise has also made some shrewd acquisitions in the off-season. This news comes at the heels of Dallas not retaining the services of? Jalen Brunson The franchise had told him that he is free to leave for New York where his father is an assistant coach. Journalist Evan Massey has stated on Twitter, “Per source, the Dallas #Mavericks are expected to heavily pursue a trade for #Nets star Kyrie Irving. Assuming they lose Jalen Brunson, that pursuit will be very aggressive.”
If this is true, the Dallas Mavericks are trying to find an able replacement for Brunson. Not many can repeat his production last season. He averaged 21.6 points per game in the playoffs. Brunson was one of the factors behind the team moving to the Playoff Finals. Hence, his absence will be felt by the team. Irving would potentially be a great replacement, but it comes at a great price.
Kyrie Irving and his many problems
Kyrie Irving is reportedly a dressing room menace. People won’t be surprised if his new team will also get a first-hand experience of it. Many have reported how toxic he was in Boston. He clashed with then-coach Brad Steven’s ideals.
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This toxic locker room was formed as a result of Kyrie’s regular “mood swings,” and bad feelings. Their performance on the court reflected the issues, aside from the public skirmishes between them. The Brooklyn Nets had probably their biggest drama when Irving was not allowed to play because of the vaccine mandate in New York. It led to James Harden departing from Brooklyn. And now, it seems Kevin Durant is reportedly leaving too.
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Hence, Irving will likely find a new team next season. However, he will have to perform well with the Nets for another year. Are the Mavericks the right fit? No one knows until he goes there, but for now, fans will be left to speculate and fantasize about what happens next in the saga.
