BREAKING: Brooklyn Nets reportedly trading Kyrie Irving to Dallas Mavericks for Spencer Dinwiddie, Dorian Finney-Smith, and picks
The Kyrie Irving era in Brooklyn is over. The controversial point guard was traded to the Dallas Mavericks for Spencer Dinwiddie, Dorian Finney-Smith, and a couple of draft picks.
Considering how badly Irving wanted out, trading him to the Mavs was the right move for both teams. This move will keep the Nets competitive in the East, but will also drastically improve the Mavericks.
BREAKING: The Brooklyn Nets are trading Kyrie Irving to the Dallas Mavericks for Spencer Dinwiddie, Dorian Finney-Smith, a first-round and multiple second-round picks, sources tell @TheAthletic @Stadium.
Dinwiddie is back in Brooklyn, where he spent five seasons earlier in his career. The Mavericks have finally gotten some help for Luka Doncic and we can expect them to make a strong playoff push.
Kyrie Irving traded to Dallas Mavericks for Spencer Dinwiddie, Dorian Finney-Smith and picks
Irving is one of the best guards in the NBA, yet he's very controversial. Due to this, he's missed a lot of time for the Brooklyn Nets and hasn't brought a lot to the table. Fortunately for him, he will get a fresh start in Dallas.
The former NBA champion was traded for Spencer Dinwiddie, Dorian Finney-Smith, and three draft picks. While this trade will somewhat impact the long-term future of the Mavericks, there is no doubt that it's the right move for the 2022-23 season.
As controversial as Kyrie Irving is, his basketball skills are amazing. The 8-time All-Star is averaging 27.1 points and 5.3 assists per game this season and has had several incredible performances.
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The Dallas Mavericks are currently in sixth spot in the Western Conference with a 28-26 record. However, they are only 1.5 games ahead of the Portland Trail Blazers, who are in the 11th spot.
The Mavs need to have a strong playoff push to secure a playoff spot. Considering how good Irving is and how much playoff experience he has, he may be the missing piece that turns the Mavs into contenders.
Luka Doncic is having a fantastic season and is one of the top MVP candidates. Unfortunately for Dallas, the Mavericks are 0-7 without the Slovenian guard and simply cannot function without him.
It will be interesting to see how well Doncic and Irving play together since they are both ball-dominant players. However, there is no doubt that the Mavericks need another star who can step up in Doncic's absence.