Kyrie Irving Agrees To Deal With Nets
Kyrie Irving has agreed to a deal to join the Brooklyn Nets for the 2019-2020 NBA season. The move likely means that All-Star guard D’Angelo Russell will be leaving Brooklyn, setting Irving up to slide into his starting spot and enable the Nets to run an even more effective offense. Last year, Irving and Russell essentially put up the same number of shots per game and dished out the same amount of assists, but Irving was a more efficient scorer from the perimeter and in the paint, which allowed him to average 2.7 more points per game. Irving’s first season as a Net should look a lot like his final season as a Celtic from a statistical perspective, though it’s worth noting that Irving has played fewer than 70 games in three of the past four seasons, which makes him a little riskier than Russell from a fantasy perspective, even if Irving’s averages will surpass Russell’s.
Source: Adrian Wojnarowski
Former Celtics point guard Source: Adrian Wojnarowski
Kyrie Irving Suffers Torn ACL
Kyrie Irving (knee) suffered a season-ending torn ACL during Monday's loss to the Sacramento Kings. The veteran was having an excellent season, averaging 25.0 points, 4.9 rebounds, 1.3 steals, and 40.1% shooting from behind the arc. Dallas has been without Anthony Davis (adductor), Dereck Lively II (ankle), Daniel Gafford (knee), and P.J. Washington (ankle), so Klay Thompson, Naji Marshall, Max Christie, and Dante Exum could see an uptick in minutes on the floor and a bump in production with Irving out.
Source: Shams Charania
According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Dallas Mavericks guard Source: Shams Charania
Kyrie Irving Injured On Monday, Helped Off The Court
Kyrie Irving (knee) won't return to Monday's matchup with the Kings. Irving logged nine minutes, amassing seven points before suffering a left knee injury. The Mavs are calling the injury a sprain. However, Irving couldn't put any weight on his leg and needed assistance off the floor. He will likely undergo further testing. The veteran has had an excellent season, averaging 25.0 points, 4.9 rebounds, 1.3 steals, and 40.1% shooting from behind the arc. Dallas has been without Anthony Davis (adductor), Dereck Lively II (ankle), Daniel Gafford (knee), and P.J. Washington (ankle), so Klay Thompson, Naji Marshall, Max Christie, and Dante Exum could see a bump in production if Irving is sidelined.
Source: Mavs PR
Dallas Mavericks guard Source: Mavs PR
Kyrie Irving Ruled Out Against Heat
Kyrie Irving (shoulder) will miss Thursday's matchup against the Miami Heat. On Wednesday, Irving led the Mavericks to victory with a monster 42-point effort against the Golden State Warriors, and he gets a well-earned rest day on Thursday. Irving's absence opens up tons of usage for the likes of Spencer Dinwiddie, Max Christie, and Dante Exum (Achilles. The latter has been cleared for action after initially carrying a questionable tag.
Source: Grant Afseth
Dallas Mavericks guard Source: Grant Afseth
Kyrie Irving Uncertain Thursday Against Miami
Kyrie Irving (shoulder) was listed as questionable for Thursday's home game against the Heat. Irving logged 40 minutes in Wednesday night's win over the Warriors, pouring in 42 points to go with seven rebounds. He had 30 points on Monday, so he's having a huge week, but he's also battling shoulder soreness now, so he may have to sit out on Thursday against Miami. The Mavericks also listed Klay Thompson (foot) and Dante Exum (Achilles) as questionable, and if those main contributors sit, there will be heavy minutes and usage available for Spencer Dinwiddie, Jaden Hardy, and Max Christie in the backcourt.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Dallas Mavericks guard Source: NBA Injury Report
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