NBA fans can't hold it as Kyrie Irving requests trade from Brooklyn Nets: "Bigger team Kryptonite, Kyrie or Harden?"

Brooklyn Nets star guard Kyrie Irving has surprised everyone in the NBA after demanding a trade from the front office, in news that broke Friday. Irving has made it known that he isn't planning on re-signing with the team as he is on an expiring contract, making him an unrestricted free agent in the summer.

NBACentral

@TheNBACentral

BREAKING: Kyrie Irving has demanded a trade, per Shams

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BREAKING: Kyrie Irving has demanded a trade, per Shams https://t.co/YYPD8xwJo7

Irving has been doing a lot for the Nets lately, with Kevin Durant sidelined with an MCL sprain. The trade request seemingly came out of nowhere as the eight-time All-Star was playing incredible basketball. He has been a vital piece of offense that has contributed much to the team's success.

With this, fans shared their reactions after finding out about the trade request from the 2016 NBA champion. We've collected some of the best reactions from Twitter after reports of Irving's demands were reported.

Chris Tio

@CTio

@TheNBACentral Bigger team Kryptonite, Kyrie or Harden?

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@TheNBACentral Bigger team Kryptonite, Kyrie or Harden?

will (paul reed believer)

@willadelphia3

@TheNBACentral He didn't just request a trade, he DEMANDED one

@TheNBACentral He didn't just request a trade, he DEMANDED one

City of Champs

@patriotsszn6

@TheNBACentral The Celtics broke the Nets

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@TheNBACentral The Celtics broke the Nets https://t.co/TO3DulSFeU

km

@camelreport

@TheNBACentral bro loves chaos

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@TheNBACentral bro loves chaos

Kevo ❄️

@IcyKev_

@TheNBACentral nets front office rn

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@TheNBACentral nets front office rn https://t.co/2QpqS6Zk44

zay 🏂

@NewEnglandsOG

@TheNBACentral Boston got kyrie tryna leave the east

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@TheNBACentral Boston got kyrie tryna leave the east😹😹😹

Ray

@raydixonlive

@TheNBACentral Kyrie thinking about his time with Bron.

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@TheNBACentral Kyrie thinking about his time with Bron. https://t.co/6G9T51ZxsZ

Don’t even worry bout it

@SageLoc

@TheNBACentral Being a nets fan is so miserable

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@TheNBACentral Being a nets fan is so miserable https://t.co/w73uXpLH25

Wyatt Gregory Maker

@WyattGMaker

@TheNBACentral For him to say something like this in spite of how well the team is doing means he must have planned this from jump…

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@TheNBACentral For him to say something like this in spite of how well the team is doing means he must have planned this from jump…

patty.

@jesuispattieb

@TheNBACentral “At the beginning of this season, I just knew Kyrie would end up at the Lakers”

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@TheNBACentral “At the beginning of this season, I just knew Kyrie would end up at the Lakers” https://t.co/nVgwJT0sU4

Quinn

@Moony_QP

@TheNBACentral Woah, that seems like it’s out of nowhere

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@TheNBACentral Woah, that seems like it’s out of nowhere

busterbrez

@BosGardenTroll

@TheNBACentral Comes up once a year

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@TheNBACentral Comes up once a year https://t.co/tNHuydaXj7

HTS 2K

@hudscott10

@TheNBACentral Isn’t that like the 5th time? I’ll believe it when I see it

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@TheNBACentral Isn’t that like the 5th time? I’ll believe it when I see it

Clegainz

@clegainz

@TheNBACentral Why do the Nets torture us constantly

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@TheNBACentral Why do the Nets torture us constantly

So far, Irving's trade request hasn't had any development, but there are teams that are reportedely interested. It's up to the Nets to choose which trade proposal would be beneficial for them.

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Which teams are interested in trading for Kyrie Irving?

Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving

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Despite having a reputation for being a problem with the media, there are still some teams interested in Kyrie Irving. Following his trade request, there have been reports of teams interested in trading for the Nets star. These teams are trying to contend and would likely give up a lot to land Uncle Drew.

Based on reports, there are four teams with massive interest in acquiring the disgruntled star.

LA Lakers

The LA Lakers are always present in trade rumors that have something to do with the big star. This time, they could get their hands on Irving. Los Angeles has been trying to get rid of Russell Westbrook, anyway. With this announcement, it could improve their acquisition of the star.

Adrian Wojnarowski

@wojespn

ESPN Sources: Brooklyn’s Kyrie Irving has not shared a list of preferred teams, but he has maintained an interest in the Lakers. LA is expected to be among the teams that’ll explore a possible trade with the Nets.

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ESPN Sources: Brooklyn’s Kyrie Irving has not shared a list of preferred teams, but he has maintained an interest in the Lakers. LA is expected to be among the teams that’ll explore a possible trade with the Nets.

Miami Heat

Irving is still one of the top guards in the league, which is why the Miami Heat are reported to be one team that could trade for him. They've had some problems with their starting point guard, Kyle Lowry, this season. Plus, Jimmy Butler and Irving are good friends, which could be an advantage.

NBACentral

@TheNBACentral

Brian Windhorst lists the Miami Heat as a potential landing spot for Kyrie Irving

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Brian Windhorst lists the Miami Heat as a potential landing spot for Kyrie Irving https://t.co/EiHFnRoeCg

Dallas Mavericks

Coach Jason Kidd seems to have a close relationship with Irving. This could play out well in bringing him to the Dallas Mavericks as the team is looking for a star to pair with Luka Doncic.

Legion Hoops

@LegionHoops

The Dallas Mavericks and Brooklyn Nets are expected to discuss a trade for Kyrie Irving, per @TheSteinLine.

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The Dallas Mavericks and Brooklyn Nets are expected to discuss a trade for Kyrie Irving, per @TheSteinLine. https://t.co/qPHP4scvYX

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