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It looks like Dallas Mavericks fans can officially consider the Kyrie Irving-to-Mavs talks dead after it was revealed that the team has no interest at all in the Brooklyn Nets star. The Mavs had been linked with Irving after Shams Charania of The Athletic reported that they were one of the “several suitors” for the […]

Can it actually happen? Could the Los Angeles Lakers actually land both Kyrie Irving AND Kevin Durant to form a new Big 3 with LeBron James? Well, retired NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas seems to think so. This idea was first floated by ESPN’s NBA guru Brian Windhorst, who said that in order for the Lakers […]

The belief around the NBA is Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving is heading to the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason. Sure enough, every action he does will be linked to the said talks until it finds a resolution. Such was the case on Saturday when Irving was spotted talking with Lakers legend Derek Fisher in […]

The NBA Summer League is a chance for young players to make their impression on their respective teams, with the hopes of making a big enough impact to warrant a roster spot in the upcoming season. It is also an opportunity for team general managers not only to scout players but also, to engage in […]

Everyone is waiting for the Brooklyn Nets to make a trade involving Kevin Durant and/or Kyrie Irving. The one that may actually happen involves second-year guard Cam Thomas. After a solid rookie season, the shooting guard and LSU product has a good amount of interest around the league. According to Brian Lewis of the New […]

The Brooklyn Nets have found themselves in an undesirable spot in the 2022 NBA offseason. Their dreams for a championship was instantly squashed when both Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving asked for a trade. Now, the team is desperately trying to salvage what is seemingly a lost situation for them. … or is it? Nic […]

It’s a known fact that Skip Bayless is one of the biggest LeBron James critics out there. He’s been spewing slander towards the Los Angeles Lakers superstar for pretty much LeBron’s entire career, and at this point, it’s become a bit of a norm for the renowned broadcaster. Be that as it may, Bayless could […]

According to previous reports, the Los Angeles Lakers are one of, if not the only team that has shown serious interest in acquiring Kyrie Irving from the Brooklyn Nets via a trade deal. This will potentially reunite Kyrie with LeBron James as they look to relive the glory of their time together as teammates with […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have been looming as a potential trade suitor for Brooklyn Nets star guard Kyrie Irving this offseason. No traction has been made on a deal yet, though the Lakers have shown interest in Irving, with the Nets star reciprocating that by including LA on his ‘wish list’ of teams earlier this […]

The Los Angeles Sparks hosted the Seattle Storm on Thursday night in a regular-season matchup. Brooklyn Nets superstar Kyrie Irving made a surprise appearance in the crowd, which only added more fire to the recent trade rumors linking him to the Los Angeles Lakers. Kyrie did have a bucket hat on, but it’s not as […]

Russell Westbrook isn’t oblivious to the outside noise sounding off on his potential exit. When it’s been as loud as it has been, it’s hard to imagine him missing all the rumors and reports of the Los Angeles Lakers being keen to swap him with Kyrie Irving and reunite LeBron James with his former co-star. […]

While there has not been much progress on a potential swap between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Brooklyn Nets involving their two superstar point guards in Russell Westbrook and Kyrie Irving, it is clear that this deal isn’t dead just yet. As a matter of fact, this potential blockbuster trade is picking up steam […]

If recent reports are to be believed, it’s not only LeBron James who should be excited about the prospect of Kyrie Irving joining the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason. As Irving continues to be linked with a trade to the Lakers amid the Brooklyn Nets’ drama, NBA insider Brad Turner provided an update on the […]

There appears to be no significant progress in Kyrie Irving’s saga with the Brooklyn Nets. At the moment, the Los Angeles Lakers still remain the frontrunners to land the enigmatic point guard in a potential blockbuster trade, but at this point, it seems that no one is acting with a real sense of urgency. According […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are still keen on trading for Kyrie Irving. Recent reports have said there has been no traction in talks for the Brooklyn Nets star, though. But if you’re asking Meme God Brian Windhorst, one of the brightest basketball minds at ESPN, he firmly believes Kyrie will end up in LA. This […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have an obvious interest in Brooklyn Nets star guard Kyrie Irving. Irving, of course, reciprocated that interest when he provided the Nets with a “wish list” of sorts, in case he were to be signed and traded. The Lakers were on said list. However, it’s not an easy task for LA […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have emerged as a landing spot for Brooklyn Nets star guard Kyrie Irving amid the Kevin Durant trade discussions. However, a Lakers trade for Irving isn’t exactly an easy one to facilitate. The Lakers aren’t armed with a bevy of trade assets available to ship out for the Nets star, with […]

With all the reports covering a potential Russell Westbrook-Kyrie Irving blockbuster trade that reunites LeBron James with his previous co-star, it’s gotten to the point where standing pat would feel like an even bigger surprise for Los Angeles Lakers fans. However, a deal of that magnitude involving two of the most polarizing superstars of this […]

The Kyrie Irving trade market has been a key fixture of the 2022 NBA offseason. The sense that he could get traded has grown, especially after Kevin Durant requested a trade from the Brooklyn Nets. Teams with championship ambitions like the Philadelphia 76ers and Dallas Mavericks seem like ideal trade destinations. However, it will have […]

The Brooklyn Nets have a situation on their hands. Kevin Durant wants a trade, which most certainly means Kyrie Irving is looking to leave the organization too. However, they’re waiting for the best possible packages for both players, most notably KD. According to Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report, the Nets are content with keeping their […]

Former NBA big man Kendrick Perkins has a rather interesting theory about Kevin Durant’s trade request from the Brooklyn Nets after the Kyrie Irving drama. To recall, following Irving’s decision to opt-in to his contract with the Nets, Durant suddenly asked for a trade. He was reportedly “disillusioned” by Brooklyn’s disastrous season and upset with […]

So far, it hasn’t been a pretty offseason for the Brooklyn Nets. Kevin Durant requested for a trade, which means Kyrie Irving is likely on his way out as well, despite opting into his player option last week. But, the organization has made it crystal clear they’re going to wait it out for any deals […]

If you think the Brooklyn Nets’ Kyrie Irving-Kevin Durant trade predicament is going to be dealt with quickly, buckle up. It’s going to be a long ride. The Nets were put into a tough spot after Durant asked for a trade following Irving opting in for the year. Now, the Nets will need to find […]

Despite opting into his contract for the 2022-23 season, Kyrie Irving’s future with the Brooklyn Nets remains uncertain. Kevin Durant’s trade request has sent ripples throughout the league, and one of the biggest repercussions has been the links between Irving and the Los Angeles Lakers. While LeBron James is reportedly keen on a reunion with […]

There is more drama in the Brooklyn Nets’ organization than in the rest of 2022 NBA free agency. Three moves can change all of that. A year ago, Nets GM Sean Marks probably pictured himself relishing in Brooklyn’s triumph this Fourth of July weekend. He was likely hoping to celebrate whatever milestones his star-studded team […]

With rumors of a potential reunion running hotter than the summer sun on milk left out in the heat, it needs to be done. Doing a bit of LeBron James timeline and a Kyrie Irving timeline, we’re going to look at the relationship between the two and how things, from an outsider’s perspective, went south. […]

The Brooklyn Nets’ offseason so far seems to be focused on finding Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving trades. But, they did manage to make a solid signing on Tuesday to bolster their roster, whether the star duo stays put or not. The Nets have signed guard TJ Warren to a one-year deal, who hasn’t played […]

Kyrie Irving’s situation with the Brooklyn Nets, like it has been for the past three seasons, is quite complicated. Throughout his time in Brooklyn, Irving has failed to play in a majority of games and has been the source of much turmoil surrounding the team. He further shocked the world after accepting his player option […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have been rumored as the only team interested in trading for Brooklyn Nets star Kyrie Irving, with a Russell Westbrook swap discussed as the focal point of the deal. However, the two teams seem unable to agree with who and what else to include beyond the two. Now in the latest […]

From a sheer talent standpoint, the Brooklyn Nets assembled one of the great Big 3’s ever. They’ve already lost James Harden. Now, Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving are likely on their way out, too. But, there is only one person to blame for this entire debacle: Kyrie. There was a firm belief that KD would […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have been identified as the frontrunner to land Kyrie Irving as the enigmatic star tries to find his way out of the Brooklyn Nets. Kyrie recently opted into the final year of his current deal with the Nets for next season, but this by no means guarantees that he’s going to […]

Kevin Durant wants out of the Brooklyn Nets. The former league MVP and future Hall of Famer made this abundantly clear when he demanded a trade away from his current team after just two seasons (three if you count the first year he sat out due to injury). At this point, it feels like Durant’s […]

The Los Angeles Lakers and the Brooklyn Nets could be involved in a truly groundbreaking blockbuster trade deal in the coming days as a Russell Westbrook-Kyrie Irving swap between these two sides continues to pick up steam. These are two of the biggest (and most controversial) names in the league today and if a trade […]

Contrary to earlier reports, the Brooklyn Nets do not have a lot of suitors for Kyrie Irving. Apparently, it’s just the Los Angeles Lakers who are interested in the veteran guard. On Saturday, Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium said that there are “several suitors” for Irving, mentioning the Dallas Mavericks and Philadelphia 76ers […]

With the Brooklyn Nets in shambles right now, the NBA rumor mill has been on fire. It’s unclear what is going to happen for now, but one thing is clear, the franchise will move on from Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving. Rumors of the Los Angeles Lakers continue to spread regarding their interest to acquire […]

The Philadelphia 76ers have had a solid offseason so far. Trading for De’Anthony Melton and signing P.J. Tucker and Danuel House gives Joel Embiid an excellent supporting cast. Could Kyrie Irving be the next player that the Sixers acquire? At the moment, it is very unlikely. The Sixers were previously rumored to have offered a […]

Kevin Durant absolutely broke every NBA fan’s mind when he shockingly requested a trade from the Brooklyn Nets. Not even a day removed from Kyrie Irving’s contract decision, the former MVP decided he’s had enough of the franchise. Now, the team is left scrambling to pick up the shattered pieces of their superteam. A big […]

The San Antonio Spurs have blown up their roster, but that doesn’t mean they have to be awful this coming season. After the historic deal that sent Dejounte Murray to the Atlanta Hawks, it is crystal clear that the Spurs are committed to a total rebuild of their roster. This was further underscored by the […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have been “actively engaged” with the Brooklyn Nets in trade talks for Kyrie Irving. However, as it appears, they aren’t the only ones interested. In an interview with The Rally, NBA insider Shams Charania of The Athletic mentioned that Irving has “several suitors,” which includes the Philadelphia 76ers and Dallas Mavericks. […]