Kyrie Irving and the Nets are reportedly at an impasse over his next contract.
Now who could have seen that coming?
The signs were there. In May, shortly after Brooklyn was broomed out of the playoffs by Boston, Nets GM Sean Marks declared the team was looking for guys who were “selfless” and “want to be part of something bigger than ourselves.” Without singling out Irving, Marks said Brooklyn wanted players who would “be available.” When asked specifically about an extension for Irving, Marks said there would be conversations, after which “we’ll see if it’s the right fit for both sides.”
