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Iman Shumpert is now off the market after the Brooklyn Nets signed him on Saturday to reach 14 roster spots, per Shams Charania of The Athletic. Shumpert spent time with the Nets last season, making an impact on the defensive end of the floor, and is now returning to Brooklyn, sources said. The Nets needed […]

The Brooklyn Nets’ Big 3 has always been a long-term play, especially with the need for the trio of Kevin Durant, James Harden and Kyrie Irving to develop chemistry and learn how to play with each other. Fortunately, it looks like they are trending in the right direction. After the Nets’ blowout 147-125 victory over […]

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander got an up-close look of just just how good Kyrie Irving is with the basketball in his hands. The Brooklyn Nets superstar toyed with his taller defender on Friday, in the third period of the two teams’ clash at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Brooklyn gave Uncle Drew an isolation play […]

Brooklyn Nets superstar Kyrie Irving is extremely happy for his teammate James Harden, who was back to his old self against the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday. The Beard aggressively looked for his shot all game and led Brooklyn to a 132-128 road win in overtime at State Farm Arena. Post-match, Uncle Drew had some high […]

The Brooklyn Nets bested the Atlanta Hawks in a thrilling overtime game on Wednesday, 132-128. Nets superstars Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving decided to make the memorable game even more memorable by giving their game-worn jerseys to rapper 2 Chainz after the match. Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving gave their jerseys to 2 Chainz following […]

Kevin Durant isn’t exactly a stranger to James Harden, having played together with the Oklahoma City Thunder. So it didn’t take long for Durant to think of a perfect analogy to Harden’s still iffy situation with the Brooklyn Nets. In a story by ESPN’s Malika Andrews, KD was asked about The Beard’s early struggles with […]

When news broke that James Harden was about to join forces with Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant in the Brooklyn Nets, many were skeptical as to how the new Big 3 would work. After all, all three players need the ball in their hands to be successful, most especially Harden who was used to being […]

Brooklyn Nets’ prodigal son Kyrie Irving has made a name for himself as one of the craftiest guards in the NBA. On Monday, Irving again got creative when he followed COVID-19 safety protocols and was able to finally give Miami Heat superstar Bam Adebayo his jersey after their game. This was after they had to […]

The Brooklyn Nets are still trying to find their footing with their three stars together, and they seem to be taking things one step at a time. Despite the struggles though, Kyrie Irving continues to play at a high level. On Monday against the Miami Heat, Irving grabbed the rebound off a Bam Adebayo miss […]

Jan. 26, 2021 will mark the first year anniversary of the untimely passing of Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant. Having had a close personal relationship with the fallen legend, Brooklyn Nets superstar Kyrie Irving was one of the many who were deeply affected by the tragedy last year. To honor the Black Mamba on […]

Brooklyn Nets star Kevin Durant talked about his new Big Three with James Harden and Kyrie Irving after their 128-124 win over the Miami Heat on Saturday night. Durant claimed the familiarity between the three of them will be a major component of their success and they will continue to work on it throughout the […]

Brooklyn Nets point guard Kyrie Irving penned a message on Instagram on Saturday morning after the team was blasted for their back-to-back losses against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Irving said that he wasn’t worried about the team’s early struggles, especially after acquiring James Harden and further claimed that he remains confident that the Nets have what […]

Kevin Durant was left in awe after witnessing his fellow superstar teammate Kyrie Irving take over in the final quarter of the Brooklyn Nets’ 128-124 win over the Miami Heat on Saturday. Irving, after all, scored 18 of his 28 points in the final 12 minutes to overcome the Heat’s brave fourth-quarter stand. Post-game, Durant […]

The Brooklyn Nets haven’t been very successful over the last couple of games, losing back to back contests to the Cleveland Cavaliers. However, Kyrie Irving had something to say about their struggles on court during their Saturday matchup against the Miami Heat. Kyrie put up 28 points, six rebounds and seven assists on 10-of-17 shooting, […]

NBA All-Stars Kyrie Irving and Bam Adebayo were about to hug one out and exchange jerseys in the aftermath of the Brooklyn Nets’ 128-124 win over the Miami Heat at Barclays Center on Saturday. However, the supposed touching gesture never materialized after a security personnel prevented the pair from making close contact after the match. […]

The new-look Brooklyn Nets squad received criticism and judgment from the public after losing back-to-back encounters against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Star point guard Kyrie Irving then clapped back at the talking heads by posting cryptic stories on his Instagram account in a bid to defend the team after the tough losses, via Bleacher Report. Kyrie […]

The Scary Hours have been on hold for the Brooklyn Nets, against the Cleveland Cavaliers at least. The Nets Big Three of Kevin Durant, James Harden, and Kyrie Irving have yet to notch their first win as a trio after they lost their second straight outing to the Cavaliers on Friday night. Irving, who just […]

Brooklyn Nets superstars Kyrie Irving and James Harden’s chemistry on the court is off the charts, at least for now. The Beard and Uncle Drew toyed around the Cleveland Cavaliers defense in the opening quarter of their rematch at Barclays Center on Friday. Harden was handling the rock on the break before leaving the ball […]

One of the most talked-about Big 3s in NBA history made its debut on Wednesday, as the Brooklyn Nets trifecta of Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, and James Harden finally shared the floor as teammates for the first time. However, their first outing did not go as planned, as the Cleveland Cavaliers spoiled their party, coming […]

Brooklyn Nets point guard Kyrie Irving made his return to the floor Wednesday night after a seven-game absence. “Uncle Drew” was greeted by Collin Sexton and a hungry Cleveland Cavaliers team in his first game back. Sexton torched Irving and the Nets for 42 points in a double-overtime thriller, leading the Cavs to an improbable […]

The Brooklyn Nets got the first glimpse of their new trio of Kevin Durant, James Harden, and Kyrie Irving on Wednesday versus the Cleveland Cavaliers. Despite losing in a double-overtime thriller, Durant shared how ‘perfect’ it felt to be on the floor at the same time as Harden and Irving. “It felt right. It felt […]

The world finally got a glimpse of the newest big three in the NBA, as Kevin Durant, James Harden and Kyrie Irving all suited up for the Brooklyn Nets when they visited the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday. It was the first time that all three were available and started for head coach Steve Nash, but […]

Though the Brooklyn Nets were defeated in double overtime against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday, they still managed to produce an impressive feat courtesy of their newly formed Big Three of Kevin Durant, James Harden, and Kyrie Irving. According to ESPN Statistics and Information, the Nets became the fifth team since the NBA/ABA merger in […]

The Brooklyn Nets relied on their big three of James Harden, Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant to hit the dagger several times against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Unfortunately, all three of them botched their chances. Harden was the first Nets star who tried to give his team the win. At the 27.5-second mark of the fourth […]

Wednesday night was a special occasion for the Brooklyn Nets, with their newly-formed Big 3 taking the court for the first time together. Kyrie Irving, who features in his first game back for the Nets after a seven-game absence, marked his return with a bucket to open the scoring for Brooklyn. Here’s a look at […]

The day has finally come. Brooklyn Nets fans will finally see their star guard Kyrie Irving suit up alongside his new teammate James Harden and Kevin Durant in the matchup against one of his former teams, the Cleveland Cavaliers. With all of his absences from the team and the picture of him at a house […]

Nets star Kyrie Irving will finally return to the hardwood on Wednesday against the Cavs. After addressing his absence on Tuesday, there could be another additional reason that Irving sat out for a prolonged period of time. Per SportsNet New York’s Ian Begley, it goes a lot deeper than Kyrie simply just dealing with personal […]

Cleveland Cavaliers big man Larry Nance Jr. has come to the defense of one of the greatest players to ever suit up for the Cavs in Kyrie Irving. Even though Nance Jr. and the Brooklyn Nets point guard never crossed paths in Cleveland, both belong to the NBA brotherhood where togetherness and equality are always […]

After missing his team’s last seven games, Brooklyn Nets point guard Kyrie Irving finally rejoined the team and addressed his absence. Irving didn’t specify the reason for his absence, only saying that he dealt with a lot of family and personal stuff during his two-week absence, while saying that he has remained in contact with […]

The Brooklyn Nets will finally see what their new-look “Big Three” has in store on Wednesday, as Kyrie Irving is slated to return against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Head coach Steve Nash said he is expecting “Uncle Drew” to play Wednesday after a seven-game absence. Steve Nash expects Kyrie Irving to play tomorrow in Cleveland. — […]

The Brooklyn Nets recently ushered in a new era with the arrival of former Houston Rockets star James Harden via a four-team trade. He joined his fellow All-Stars in Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving as the newest big three of the league. However, both Harden and Durant already managed to impress in their first two […]

According to recent reports, Kyrie Irving may suit back up on Wednesday when the Brooklyn Nets face the Cleveland Cavaliers. Aware of his impending return, head coach Steve Nash laid out his plans for Irving and the rest of his squad. Per the Associated Press via ESPN, Nash intends to review some game film and […]

Kevin Durant was just awarded Eastern Conference Player of the Week for his play from Jan. 11-17. During that span, Durant averaged 34.0 points, 5.3 rebounds and 8.0 assists while leading the Brooklyn Nets on a three-game winning streak. Damian Lillard won the award in the Western Conference. NBA Players of the Week for Week […]

The point guard position in the NBA has evolved over the last 20 years. Teams very rarely have a guard who simply brings up the ball and initiates the offense but might take the fewest shots of any player in the starting lineup. Now players like Luka Doncic, LeBron James, and Damian Lillard have become […]

The NBA world is impatiently awaiting the return of Kyrie Irving to the Brooklyn Nets. Brooklyn’s star guard has been away from the team following his Jan.5 outing against the Utah Jazz for a number of reasons. While he was expected to return on Monday against the Milwaukee Bucks, both the team and fans will […]

Nets star Kyrie Irving is continuing his activism with Black Lives Matter, this time using his wallet to help. He has bought George Floyd’s family a new house. During an interview on Etan Thomas’ podcast “The Rematch”, former NBA player and close friend to Floyd Stephen Jackson revealed to the world what Irving has done […]

Brooklyn Nets head coach Steve Nash didn’t have a conclusive answer regarding Kyrie Irving’s impending return to action. However, he continued to express his optimism about having his star point guard back on the lineup in the near future. “Hopefully, we’re close. I can’t really give you a firm update on that. We have to […]

Two members of the Brooklyn Nets’ new “Big Three” — James Harden and Kevin Durant — made their debut together on Saturday night. So far, so good. Both Harden and Durant — who starred together with the Oklahoma City Thunder from 2009-12 — put up video game numbers against the Orlando Magic at Barclays Center. […]

Hall of Fame big man Charles Barkley had some tough words to say about Kyrie Irving and his controversial situation with the Brooklyn Nets. During a recent appearance on Stephen A’s World, Barkley went off at Irving, telling him to grow up and stop causing distractions. “It’s time for Kyrie Irving to grow up and […]