Fans chip in opinion as Kyrie Irving to Dallas Mavericks is confirmed: “The Nets traded for three 12 year olds”, “Now announce Durant to Bulls”
Kyrie Irving is now a member of the Dallas Mavericks franchise, the team confirmed last Monday. After the news of the trade started breaking on Sunday, fans couldn't help but share their reactions.
NBA insider Shams Charania confirmed that the trade was finalized by both teams on Monday. Before that, ESPN reported that a third team could get in the mix as the Nets tried to expand their trade. However, the Mavs already need Irving to be with the team ahead of their third game of their road trip against the LA Clippers on Wednesday.
Official:
Kyrie Irving to the Dallas Mavericks.
Spencer Dinwiddie, Dorian Finney-Smith, 2029 first-round pick and two second-round picks in 2027 and 2029 to the Brooklyn Nets.
Now that the trade has been finalized, both teams can continue their seasons. However, fans have been waiting for confirmation from both sides and shared their reactions after receiving news that Irving is now a guard for Dallas.
Here are some of the fan reactions after Irving was officially announced for the Mavericks.
@ShamsCharania The Nets traded for three 12 year olds
@ShamsCharania Now announce Durant to Bulls
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@ShamsCharania WHAAAAAAAT THIS IS DEFINITELY NEW INFORMATION https://t.co/4knAWtXGdT
@ShamsCharania Okay but announce Gary Trent Jr. to the Lakers plz
@ShamsCharania The Nets really folded into the Mavs rushing them 😭😭😭 Poverty franchise
@ShamsCharania Announce OG to the Lakers
@ShamsCharania rob go get the raptors guys now the three team deal fell thru
@ShamsCharania @DatHandsomeJerk Very bad decision for Mavs I’m afraid
@ShamsCharania other nba fans getting together to laugh at the lakers fans https://t.co/F0wyxCLKZE
@ShamsCharania Nets finna have a 8th grader and a 6th grader up next
They are currently playin Fortnite as we speak
@ShamsCharania Announce KD to the suns come on https://t.co/lgLQ2CKrSd
@ShamsCharania Official: the Mavs have taken the poison and only bad things will happen from now until they decide not to sign Kyrie. Only then can they begin to rectify this mistake.
@ShamsCharania Good job by the Nets for not giving the Lakers Kyrie
@ShamsCharania I predict Luka will get sick of him really quickly.
@ShamsCharania Announce KD to the Heat for Tyler, Jovic, Max, Duncan 3 FRPs
@ShamsCharania can someone explain why we’re going for draft picks 6+ years from now?
Together with Irving, Brooklyn forward Markieff Morris was also part of the trade.
It will be interesting to see how coach Jason Kidd will make it work with two guards who are ball-dominant in the starting lineup, Irving and Dallas star Luka Doncic.
Also read: Nick Wright outlines major concern for Dallas Mavericks after acquiring Kyrie Irving: “It’s a desperation move”
How does Kyrie Irving impact the Mavericks?
Kyrie Irving is a stellar talent on the court. He demands respect on the offensive end and can seal the game for his team when needed. This is the type of description one would give when talking about Luka Doncic as well. With two perimeter players who need the ball in their hands to be effective, just how will their team function?
Many have compared Doncic to LeBron James for his all-around style of play. This kind of approach could be the key to how the two guards will be able to play alongside each other. Irving already has experience playing with LeBron, and many expect that he'll be able to adapt to Luka's style quickly.
For the Slovenian star, this could be a tougher transition, as he's never had a teammate as good as Irving. Fans might see him adjust and struggle a bit during the early stages, but that won't last long. The new duo in the West could wreak havoc and pose as a threat.
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