Evidently, regardless of what transpires in the Brooklyn Nets possible trade of superstar Kevin Durant, fellow star Kyrie Irving is hoping to remain in the Big Apple for the 2022-23 campaign.
Kyrie Irving wants to play out next season as a Net, with or without Kevin Durant, per @ShamsCharania
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) July 25, 2022
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It was reported last week that the Nets were "focused" on trying to find a deal to move Durant, as talks regarding an Irving trade weren't gaining any traction. Two weeks ago, ESPN's Brian Windhorst noted that there was a very real possibility that both players start the 2022-23 season in Brooklyn.
"Uncle Drew" opted into his $37 million player option in June and three days later, Durant requested a trade.
The report is surprising considering Irving's tumultuous tenure in Brooklyn so far.
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