Numerous NBA players, analysts, and fans voiced their dissatisfaction with the league’s decision to exclude Kyrie Irving from the 2025 NBA All-Star roster. However, subsequent reports surfaced that astonished basketball enthusiasts across the community.
According to an NBA All-Star recent post on X (formerly Twitter), Irving has been named by NBA Commissioner Adam Silver to replace injured Mavericks forward-center Anthony Davis on Team Shaq in the 2025 NBA All-Star Game.
After hearing the news, Luka Doncic, who recently joined the Los Angeles Lakers, expressed his support for his former teammate. Doncic took to Instagram to celebrate Irving’s achievement. He shared a story about Irving’s All-Star selection and added, “Well deserved, mi hermano.” This showcased their strong bond during their time with the Mavericks.
Luka on his ig story
— Luka Updates (@LukaUpdates) February 11, 2025
“Well deserved mi hermano” ❤️🥹 pic.twitter.com/ohD9m1GitH
Doncic and Irving demonstrated their remarkable talents on the court while playing for the Mavericks. Together, they propelled the team to the NBA Finals during the 2023-24 season, although they eventually suffered a defeat to the Boston Celtics. However, Doncic’s subsequent trade to the Lakers marked the end of their formidable partnership, yet their strong connection remains intact.
Social Media Reacts To Doncic’s Instagram Story For Irving
Luka Updates recently shared Doncic’s Instagram story on X, prompting fans to react in the comments section. The majority of the fans speculated that Irving would join the Lakers this summer. In contrast, others criticized Mavericks GM Nico Harrison for potentially breaking up the Doncic-Irving duo by trading Doncic to the Lakers. Several other fans were excited after watching Doncic support Irving after his trade to the Lakers.
Please Kai, you can be the 4th option behind Reaves 🙏😂
— ERA (@Killuminatiera2) February 11, 2025
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Damn this hurts
— LukaDonTrades77🏋🏼♂️📈 (@edgaralandough) February 11, 2025
He’s so going to the lakers in the summer…
— Ricardo Román (@romansaurio) February 11, 2025
He's for sure going to LA this summer
— ADSupporter (@DFWSportsFan817) February 11, 2025
Kyrie to the Lakers notification this summer gonna be crazy
— Alex_$AINt-JHN (@xxDrloudpackxx) February 11, 2025
My Brothers! 💙🏀
— FreHeaven (@fre_heaven40778) February 11, 2025
The Mavericks currently sit in the 8th spot in the Western Conference standings with a 28-26 record. They will play their next game against the Golden State Warriors at the American Airlines Center.
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