Damian Lillard and Kyrie Irving, along with Stephen Curry, stand out as two of the most talented point guards in the modern NBA. Their skill sets make them highly sought-after additions to any team capable of leading a franchise to success. Recent rumors have circulated regarding the potential landing spots for Irving or Dame, with the Miami Heat being a prominent candidate. Speculation surrounding Lillard intensified after he hinted at a possible move.
Despite their similar playing styles, Irving and Lillard have followed contrasting career paths thus far. Irving boasts an NBA championship to his name while remaining a dynamic player. In contrast, Dame has demonstrated loyalty to the Portland Trail Blazers since his 2012 draft selection. Irving , however, has played for four different franchises throughout his career. The emergence of trade rumors surrounding either Damian Lillard or Kyrie Irving potentially joining the Miami Heat has ignited a frenzy among fans on social media.
Miami Heat fans will accept Damian Lillard with open arms, but not Kyrie Irving
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The mere possibility of acquiring one of these talented point guards has sent fans into a state of excitement and speculation, with discussions and debates running rampant online. While the prospect of Damian Lillard joining the Miami Heat has sparked a frenzy among fans, generating excitement and anticipation, the same cannot be said for Kyrie Irving. Fans seem to be more reserved and less enthusiastic about the possibility of Irving joining the Heat. The differing reactions highlight the varying perceptions and preferences among fans, with Dame’s potential arrival generating a stronger response and capturing the imagination of Heat supporters.
One fan expressed his concern on Twitter about Irving joining the Heat. He wrote, “That’ll be the worst thing the Heat can do. Shoot for Dame, he’s a better fit with Miami culture.”
The harsh reactions towards Kyrie Irving can be attributed to his history with the franchises he has been a part of. From his controversial trade request from the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2017 to the possible departure from the Dallas Mavericks, where the team missed out on a playoff chance, Irving has left some fan bases feeling disappointed and disillusioned. The negative sentiments towards Kyrie Irving have carried over to subsequent seasons, with fans expressing their discontent and apprehension about his potential impact on future teams.
Here are a few reactions from the fans:
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Yes we would💯 we don’t need that inconsistency on the roster #HEATCulture
— Z🎧 (@ZionStanley22) June 15, 2023
One fan said, “Kyrie Irving on The Miami Heat would be Kyrie Irving’s worse nightmare.”
Kyrie Irving on The Miami Heat would be Kyrie Irving's worse nightmare.
— FantasyMagic (@jamesabaileyjr) June 15, 2023
Another fan said,
“Bro would last 2 seconds in @MiamiHEAT culture.”https://twitter.com/DaddyRich98/status/1669218705207869441?s=20
One Laker fan also chimed in; saying, “Don?t, Kyrie, you?re a Laker we have a spot saved for you.”
Don’t Kyrie, you’re a Laker we have a spot saved for you
— ²³𝙻𝚎𝙱𝚛𝚘𝚗𝚌𝚑𝚒𝚝𝚒𝚜🏀☄️🌎💞 (@BronGotGame) June 15, 2023
The latest update on Kyrie Irving
According to Ira Winderman, there is some level of interest in Kyrie Irving about joining the Miami Heat. However, the Heat organization appears to prioritize pursuing players like Damian Lillard or Bradley Beal over accommodating Irving’s desires. Winderman suggests that the Heat’s willingness to fulfill Irving’s wishes might be unlikely, making it a more challenging scenario to materialize. The team seems to have other preferred options in mind to strengthen their roster. He explicitly stated, “I do think Kyrie Irving wants to come here? I don?t think the Heat are going to be subservient to Kyrie?s wishes. I will find that much more of a long shot.?
Kyrie Irving to South Beach?
Hear @IraHeatBeat tell @TheFrankIsola & @Scalabrine why the fit may not be there#HEATCulture pic.twitter.com/M67F5qv1Jh
— SiriusXM NBA Radio (@SiriusXMNBA) June 14, 2023
Following the Los Angeles Lakers’ playoff elimination, speculation arose about the possibility of LeBron James joining forces with Kyrie Irving in Dallas.
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CLEVELAND, OH – JUNE 09: Kyrie Irving #2 and LeBron James #23 of the Cleveland Cavaliers high five against the Golden State Warriors in Game 4 of the 2017 NBA Finals at Quicken Loans Arena on June 9, 2017 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
However, these are rumors and we can only wait till it actually happens.
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