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Kyrie Irving discusses the KD saga, his financial “sacrifice” and the rumors

After Kevin Durantit is Kyrie Irving who appeared before reporters at Brooklyn Nets media day. He too had to answer questions about the turbulent offseason within the franchise, his contract extension and the rumors surrounding his desire to leave the Nets.

Kevin Durant finally explains why he asked for his trade

On Kevin Durant’s Trade

“The offseason was a huge mess. My contract extension, Kev asking for his trade… It was a lot. His trade request was embarrassing but I respected it. I was following it from home .

There is a level of mutual trust between us and I just wanted him to be happy. If his future was no longer through the Nets, I had to accept it. He needed candid conversations this summer. We got them.”

On his contract

“Everything had to be settled the previous training camp, but it was not because I am not vaccinated. I sacrificed a 4 year contract and 100 million dollars because I did not receive vaccine. I had to live with that and it’s a hard pill to swallow.”

On his departure

“There were options that could get me out of Brooklyn this summer. Not many, because of the tag I have and questions about my ability to play or be dedicated to a team. But there are. eu. There’s a stigma attached to my vaccination status that makes people think that and I don’t appreciate it.”

On Ben Simmons

“Now all I think about is being the best teammate I can be and winning with this great team we have. For Ben, it’s not every day you see a guy his size doing that. what he is capable of. What I have observed is his determination and his resilience. He aspires to become great. When you are in an environment with other great players and you are supported when things are not going well , this is what happens.

I want him to be able to give his best and we have to help him as teammates.”

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