Kyrie Irving is making his feelings known ahead of the All-Star Voting for the season. While he was snubbed for the 2024 All-Star game, Irving is looking unperturbed about his inclusion this year. In a recent interaction about the same, Irving shared his honest take on the matter.
Mike Curtis, a well-known writer for the Dallas Morning News, recently took to his X account. He explained Irving’s exact words about his decision to make the All-Star cut.
“I’m an All-Star regardless in this league, whether I’m voted in or not. I definitely feel like I’ve put my best foot forward this season, if that’s honored by the guys voting for me, or the fans or the media, I’m appreciative,” said Irving.
Does Kyrie Irving feel like he's done enough to be an All-Star?
— Mike Curtis (@MikeACurtis2) January 20, 2025
"I'm an All-Star regardless in this league, whether I'm voted in or not. I definitely feel like I've put my best foot forward this season, if that's honored by the guys voting for me, or the fans or the media, I'm…
Undoubtedly, the Mavericks star is an icon already, as he has played for the All-Star team on eight occasions. Looking at his performance, too, he has been averaging an impressive 23.9 games so far. Thus, the 32-year-old has a strong chance of making it to the team this time. Meanwhile, Irving seems to be enjoying his time at the Dallas Mavericks. After all, he addressed his trade as a victory.
Kyrie Irving Elated About Joining The Dallas Mavericks
Kyrie Irving spent four seasons with the Brooklyn Nets. In a surprising move, the 32-year-old switched to the Dallas Mavericks in February 2023. This move came as a boon for Irving. The Mavericks got a phenomenal pair paired up with Luka Doncic.
Irving, too, seems to be enjoying each minute he spends with the Dallas-based club. Irving stated on his time with the Mavericks, “Best trade in the business, baby. We won that trade! We won that trade! I was bad goods.”
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Kyrie Irving on the trade that sent him from Brooklyn to Dallas:
— Noah Weber (@noahweber00) January 18, 2025
“Best trade in the business baby. We won that trade! We won that trade! I was bad goods.” pic.twitter.com/ViU1YdIn4Q
Thus, Irving’s confidence is surely a good sign for his team. It remains to be seen whether Irving can take his team to the playoffs to assert his dominance further.
