In a shocking revelation, Kyrie Irving admitted that he considered reuniting with his former teammate LeBron James last season. The star point guard, now playing for the Dallas Mavericks, revealed that he did contemplate playing alongside James once again, but it didn’t work out due to decisions made by the front offices of both teams.
Irving, known for his exceptional skills on the court, could have added a significant boost to the Los Angeles Lakers’ backcourt. However, reports suggest that the Lakers’ front office was not interested in acquiring Irving, citing concerns about his contract and off-court issues. Instead, they placed their trust in the roster they were building, which included players like D’Angelo Russell and Austin Reaves.
Fast forward to the present, and the Lakers have been eliminated from the playoffs early on, while Irving has been making waves with the Mavericks. As the offseason approaches, rumors are swirling that the Lakers may once again be in the market for a reliable point guard.
While the possibility of Irving and James teaming up again seems unlikely at this point, fans are left to wonder what could have been. Would they have replicated the success they had together in Cleveland? Only time will tell as the NBA offseason heats up with speculation and anticipation.