So much for that short-lived scenario.
It appears Kyrie Irving will not be a Los Angeles Lakers this season. In just a shocking turn of events, even he couldn’t say no to a $36 million player option and will reportedly opt-in to the final year of his deal with the Nets, according to multiple reports. And with no sign-and-trade options apparent, Irving is committing to playing in Brooklyn next season.
Kyrie Irving: “Normal people keep the world going, but those who dare to be different lead us into tomorrow.