For the two gods, Irving and Ben Simmons, it was Irving who took a substantial step back to the team. It is reported that Irving plans to return to the Nets, but will only play in away games as a "part-time player". The Nets, forced by the epidemic, record and prospects of winning the championship, finally compromised with Irving.
When Shams Charania, the famous "The Athletic" celebrity, reported that Irving planned to return to the Nets, fans had reason to be happy at first, but then followed up with reports to give them a basin of cold water. It is reported that Owen's return is not because he has changed his mind, he is still unwilling to meet the new York City's epidemic prevention requirements, and he will still not be vaccinated. For this reason, he cannot play all the games and is still a "part-time player".
Undoubtedly, Irving did not make any changes, and in the end it was the Nets who made a compromise. It has to do with the pressure the team is feeling under pressure from the pandemic, its record and its prospects for winning the championship.
"Hoopshype" reporter Michael Scotto analyzed that Durant and Harden's average playing time this season ranked 4th and 8th in the league, respectively, which is a major factor in Irving's return. Nets owner Tsai Chongxin also said in an interview with New York Post reporter Brian Lewis that this has nothing to do with politics, "My only belief is to win and win championships, and that's what we are." ”
In fact, before the start of this season, Irving can play as a "part-time player" in away games, but the Nets said no, on the grounds that they could not accept Irving as a "part-time player", and coach Nash also said that he could not accept playing in two lineups. Later, fans marched and stormed the Nets' home stadium, and one of their demands was for the Nets to cancel the ban on Irving.
So far this season, the Nets have topped the East Side, but there are still hidden dangers under the glossy exterior. The Nets' compromise with Irving also set their sights on Simmons and the 76ers. Although Simmons returned to the team earlier than Irving, and because of money, he also had more reasons to compromise, but Simmons has participated in the training of the 76ers so far, but still refuses to play for the 76ers for various reasons, and the 76ers' attitude is also very tough, and there is no sign of compromise between the two sides at present.
What is Irving's state after his return? Will new conflicts erupt within the Nets? Will Owen still produce moths? Would he be dangerous without vaccination? A barrage of questions awaits the Nets. (Supine Braces/Hairy)