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What is the next step for Brooklyn Nets star Kyrie Irving? The Athletic’s Shams Charania made a major announcement on November 8, 2022 regarding the controverisal figure. According to reports, Irving had a brief meeting with NBA Commissioner Adam Silver. Apparently, the meeting went well as both parties had an “understanding”?chat about the franchise and Irving’s future.

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Brooklyn Nets point guard Kyrie Irving has not been the most liked NBA player in the last few weeks. The NBA champion attracted sever criticism after promoting a movie that was based on antisemitic beliefs. He managed to get himself in further trouble when he initially refused to back down from his stance and had a minor outburst during a media interview.

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Following the incident, the franchise announced Irving’s suspension for at least five games. According to Charania, the team would not allow Irving to return to the team unless he completed several tasks given to him.

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After the team announced Irving’s suspension, the Nets star issued an apology to everyone who was hurt from his comments. So far, the Brooklyn Nets have played three games without Irving, two of which they notably won.

Fans are not so sure about Kyrie Irving and his future with the Nets

Immediately after Kyrie Irving’s little incident with the media, his reputation took a significant hit. Almost everyone in the league condemned his actions. A majority of sports personalities and NBA analysts too called out Irving for his?comments and actions. Now that the seven-time All-Star has sat with the league commissioner for a chat, it would seem like things are finally getting better for Irving.

However, several NBA fans are skeptical about his future in the league. While some predicted that he would soon be joining former Los Angeles Lakers star Dwight Howard?in Taiwan, others suggested that he should be banned for lifetime.

Here are some of the reactions from NBA Twitter:

Former Lakers star Dwight Howard recently announced that he would be playing abroad now, as the NBA champion has found a home with the Taoyuan Leopards, a Taiwanese professional basketball team. The eight-time All-Star has decided to take his skills to Taiwan, calling it quits after playing for 18 years in the NBA.

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What do you think the future holds for Kyrie Irving? Will he play for the Nets again? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.

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