“Kyrie Irving is my man, so I hope he shows his talent to the world and continues to prove me right that he’s a top player”: Andre Iguodala welcomes the decision of the Nets allowing Irving to play

Arjun Julka | 18/12/2021
"Kyrie Irving is my man, so I hope he shows his talent to the world and continues to prove me right that he's a top player": Andre Iguodala welcomes the decision of the Nets allowing Irving to play

Warriors veteran Andre Iguodala is ecstatic over the return of Nets superstar Kyrie Irving. The former Finals MVP believes having Irving as a part-time player can definitely work for Kevin Durant and co.

The Brooklyn Nets have been performing exceptionally despite playing with a depleted roster. Kevin Durant has led his team from the front and is one of the favorites to win this year’s MVP. The Nets fans have one more reason to rejoice, with the announcement of Kyrie Irving being back.

The Nets organization released the following statement in light of Irving’s return.

In what it seems, Irving would be returning as a part-time player, considering New York City’s new mandate regarding COVID-19. The Nets guard will not be allowed to play home games or practice in the home facilities. Irving’s decision to return has received the backing of the players, coaches, and staff of the Nets organization.

Recently, three-time champion Andre Iguodala expressed his excitement to see Irving back on the court. The Warriors forward has always had respect for Irving’s talent and skill-set. Not so while ago, Iguodala had expressed his displeasure over Irving not being part of the NBA’s 75th-anniversary team.

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Iggy even called Irving the fourth-best point guard of all-time behind Magic Johnson, Stephen Curry, and Isaiah Thomas. Though Irving has been sanctioned to only participate in away games, Iguodala believes it’s a win-win for the Nets.

Andre Iguodala has full faith in Kyrie Irving’s abilities ahead of the latter’s return.

Iggy has always been an advocate of Irving’s talent and believes the Nets guard is a top player in the league. The Warriors veteran has no doubts that Irving’s presence will make the Nets a better team despite him being a part-time player.

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The Net’s decision to welcome Irving back raises several questions. Though taking the vaccine is a personal choice, the Nets guard can put the health of several people at risk, playing a contact sport.

 

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Arjun Julka

Arjun Julka is a NBA author at The SportsRush. Basketball isn’t just a sport for this 26-year-old, who hails from Mumbai. He began watching the sport after stumbling upon a court in his society, helping him identify an undiscovered passion for the game of hoops. Now an ardent fan, Arjun supports Stephen Curry and the Warriors but also enjoys watching Giannis Antetokounmpo own the paint. When it comes to the GOAT debate, the TSR author feels LeBron James is yet to receive a lot of his due but cannot deny marveling at Michael Jordan’s resume.

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