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Feb 1, 2022; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving (11) dribbles the ball against Phoenix Suns guard Chris Paul (3) during the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 1, 2022; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving (11) dribbles the ball against Phoenix Suns guard Chris Paul (3) during the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
The drama surrounding the Brooklyn Nets and their internal issues has been making headlines off late. According to reports, James Harden and Kyrie Irving have had some issues with their availability. However, now, it seems like KAI is hoping for a change soon enough.
He recently revealed that he hopes to play at home for the Nets soon.
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The nets received some terrible news at the beginning of the season when Irving decided not to comply with the league’s protocols. This left them shorthanded for a good part of the season as they even kept him away from the team. However, putting the past behind, KAI has returned to play away games. But he wishes to play basketball at home as well.
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The case of Kyrie remains a little complicated with the way things are. His position on the league’s protocols prevents him from participating in any home games. This comes from the law in New York City and the league’s strict policy for players. However, according to recent updates, KAI said he wishes to play home games as well. And this had NBA Twitter up in a frenzy.
lmao, James gonna be in Philly by 8 am https://t.co/etITfEmKjT
— Frankie Bacon and The Screaming Popes (@PanasonicDX4500) February 7, 2022
If only there were a way for this to happen. If only…
— Ricky Chu (@RikDaddy) February 7, 2022
Guy really should just retire and take his cut could be having better role players with Harden and KD bcuz they want it more to win
— Beasted II (@BeastedII) February 7, 2022
Yeah and I hope I become a millionaire but won't happen
— Dani. (@Danizeh) February 6, 2022
Gee, if there were only some easy way for Kyrie to fix this… 🤦♂️
— SeattleMariNERD 🤓 (@SeattleMariNERD) February 7, 2022
Stop selfishness Kyrie
— franco (@phrangko) February 7, 2022
His statement does call for a lot of interpretation. It is not clear if Irving has changed his stance yet, but if so, his return as a full-time player would have a huge impact on the Nets. With KD out with injury, it will provide Harden a lot more support when taking on home games. Moreover, come playoff time, the Big 3 in Brooklyn can dominate the court with their offensive supremacy.
Currently, Irving is the only superstar available for the Nets. Harden has been out for the past couple of games with a hamstring injury while KD remains injured. Hence, his role is much more crucial in these circumstances. However, the Nets haven’t been doing the best recently as they extended their losing streak to 7 games after their loss to the Denver Nuggets.
Do you guys think Kyrie Irving will be back as a full-time player this season? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
