“Is Kyrie Irving finally going to be playing for Brooklyn?!”: NBA Twitter blows up as the Nets guard posts a video wearing his sneakers amid his playing eligibility rumors

Advait Jajodia | 15/12/2021
“Is Kyrie Irving finally going to be playing for Brooklyn?!”: NBA Twitter blows up as the Nets guard posts a video wearing his sneakers amid his playing eligibility rumors

A day after reports suggested he may return to court this season, Kyrie Irving posts a video of himself wearing his basketball sneakers, raising a lot of eyebrows.

Kyrie Irving was all over the news this past offseason. Unfortunately for the Brooklyn Nets, it wasn’t good news. If you don’t know already, the point guard decided to not get vaccinated, resulting in a situation where he isn’t allowed to play games or even practice with the team until he gets jabbed. And almost 2 months into the 2021-2022 NBA campaign, KAI has not yet set foot on the hardwood with his team, missing out on 27 games.

However, recent reports suggest that there was a “renewed optimism” that Irving could possibly rejoin his squad at some point this season, helping them on their quest of clinching their first-ever title.

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The Athletic’s Shams Charania also mentioned how, amid Irving’s possible return, there was an increased level of enthusiasm between KD and Kyrie. The two also reportedly increased communication among each other.

NBA Twitter reacts as Kyrie Irving teases fans amid reports of a possible return

Only a day after the reports, Kyrie Irving posted a cryptic video on his Instagram Story. In the video, Irving recorded himself putting on his new Kyrie 8 sneakers. Could he possibly be hinting towards a return?

Here, have a look at the video.

As soon as Kyrie posted the video, it went viral in no time. And NBA Twitter exploded with reactions.

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Well, if you are a Brooklyn nets fan, even though his return is not concrete yet, the news will surely be music to your ears. The Nets are currently 1st in the East with a 19-8 record. If Irving does manage to make a return to the lineup, the Nets will surely be the deadliest team in the league with the championships odds in their favor.

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Advait Jajodia, an NBA and Tennis journalist for The SportsRush, has had a passion for both sports for over a decade. His admiration for Kobe Bryant, Stephen Curry, and Rafael Nadal pushed him to gain a profound understanding of the sports. With a background as a multi-sport athlete, Advait uses his experience on the hardwood and the court to offer insightful analysis. Over four years of dedicated sports journalism has equipped the 22-year-old with a unique perspective, reflected in his prolific portfolio of 4,700+ articles.

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