In his weekly “Inside Pass,” Shams Charania reports that there is “renewed optimism” that Kyrie Irving may still return this season, but does not say whether Irving will get the COVID vaccine or the Nets will change their policy on him playing and practicing on the road.
Here’s the basic readout...
There is renewed optimism around Irving returning to the Nets this season, sources with knowledge of the situation tell The Athletic.
It remains unclear whether Irving’s potential return this season would come via vaccination to meet New York City’s COVID-19 vaccine requirement or by Brooklyn opening the door for him to play road games and practice at home, but sources have indicated a renewed belief that Irving could play this season after all.