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In the last few weeks, the race for MVP of the NBA League has been the hot topic, in which names like Nikola Jokić and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander are mentioned. However, one name that is slowly disappearing is Kyrie Irving. While many are busy analyzing who is the best player this season, there is one answer that is appearing, and that is that Kyrie Irving is definitely the biggest loser of this NBA season.
Although Irving was for some time a star who amazed basketball fans around the world with his moves, his career in recent years was marked by many controversies and problems. From his departure from Boston until his trade to the Dallas Mavericks in 2023, Irving has been one of the main topics in the NBA world, but not because of his basketball skills. His off-field behaviors, and controversial statements had an impact on his reputation.
Irving's phase
Many have recalled Irving's "delulu phase," when he began to engage in various theories and actions that produced attention from everyone. Changing his origin story, controversies over his religious views, and attempts to change the social status of basketball are just some of the moments that produced many reactions.
While Irving maintained his dribbling and shooting skills, his personal life became a topic of much more discussion than his performances on the court. Then came Dallas, where many thought this would be just another phase on his NBA path.
Dallas opened up new chances and opportunities for him, and the opportunity to show that he is a calm player with enormous talent.
But with the new season, his career went through a different path.
Irving lost his role on the team due to injuries, although many believed that he could have taken over the leadership again. Unfortunately, injury created even greater problems, and the season was over for him. This great players, who had the main word in this sport, is now facing a fresh start, but the question is how long it will take to get back to form.
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