Kyrie Irving he’s about to play again. One of the most anticipated returns of the season in the NBA is just around the corner, as reported by journalist Shams Charania, from The Athletic, The point guard is scheduled to play his first game with the Nets this Wednesday in Indiana against the Pacers. having already missed 35 this season.
Of course, the premiere must be away from home, because having not been vaccinated, Irving is not allowed to attend the games in Brooklyn due to a mandate from the city of New York, which prevents access to venues with a large influx of public to people who have not received any dose against the coronavirus.
Before his debut, the Nets guard has had to overcome a time in NBA health and safety protocols against COVID-19, because positive god the day after it was announced that he was ready to return and that the Nets, who at first they did not want to have a part-time player, they gave him permission to do so.
A great reinforcement only at home
Those of Brooklyn thus recover one of their stars, who last season averaged 26.9 points, 4.8 rebounds, 6.0 assists and 1.4 steals in 34.9 minutes per game. They will enjoy it, yes, only at home. Play in Indiana, but not the following games at home against the Bucks and the Spurs, yes I will in Chicago, watch your companions from home in front of Thunder and the Pelicans And then you will be able to participate in a four-game tour abroad. An extra situation that the Nets accept.