[Epoch Times January 04, 2022](Epoch Times reporter Wang Yezhi comprehensive report) For NBA Brooklyn Nets fans, the biggest regret this season should be the failure to see Durant, Irving, and Harden. The “Big Three” fit together. Because Irving refused to be vaccinated, he violated New York City’s epidemic prevention regulations and was not allowed to play at home. For this reason, the Nets punished Irving and banned all his basketball activities. According to local media reports, the two sides have reached a settlement a few days ago, and Eurotext will represent the Nets in away games this week.
Because Kyrie Irving insisted on his beliefs and refused to be vaccinated, in order to maintain the continuity of the team’s operations, the Nets not only refused to let him play at home, but also did not let him play away. Owen would rather give up tens of millions of dollars in salary than fearless.
As a result, with the epidemic raging in the NBA, the team’s manpower was extremely short-term, and the Nets finally took the lead in making a compromise and allowing Irving to return to the team. However, because he has not yet been vaccinated, he can only represent the team in some away games. (Some states in the United States have less stringent anti-epidemic regulations than New York. They allow players who have not been vaccinated to participate in the game.)
A few days ago, when Irving was about to usher in his first appearance of the season, news suddenly came that he tested positive for the virus, triggering a health and safety agreement, and the “Big Three” integration time was postponed again. After experiencing isolation and recovery training, Irving is finally about to complete the season debut. According to sources, Irving is expected to return in this week’s Nets and Pacers game.
Last season, the 29-year-old Irving averaged 34.9 minutes per game in the regular season, surrendering 26.9 points, 4.8 rebounds, 6.0 assists and 1.4 steals. This season, Irving has missed the Nets’ first 34 games. Although the Nets have a good record of 23 wins and 11 losses, ranking second in the East, fans can still feel the impact of Irving’s absence on the team during the game.
So far this season, Irving has not played for the Nets. Earlier, Harden was not in a good state. Durant led the team by himself. It was quite difficult. Especially when Harden and Durant were resting, some of the Nets’ role players had difficulty supporting the team. At this time, people would Miss Irving’s efficient offense very much.
In an interview before, Irving expressed his longing for the game. “After a long time of waiting, I can’t hide my heart. I look forward to the first game very much.” Irving said, “I have been thinking about it and don’t want to be absent anymore. I miss basketball and think of it. My heart beats faster, I miss the rhythm of the game.”
After adjustments, Harden has been getting better and better recently. He has basically returned to the state he was in with the Rockets, while Durant remains stable. Irving’s return now makes the Nets even more powerful and the team’s offense will be more powerful. Becomes even more terrifying. Last year’s championship-like Nets will once again appear in front of everyone.
Last season, the Nets had a chance to win the championship. Unfortunately, in the Eastern Conference semifinals, first Harden suffered a hamstring injury, and then Irving had a 90-degree hamstring injury. Durant led the team alone and battled with the Bucks. Unfortunately, the game was out. In the end, the Bucks won the championship all the way.
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