Dallas drops bombshell on Kyrie Irving future amidst Luka Doncic fallout: Will fans ever forgive them?
As the franchise scrambles to rebuild after the shocking midseason trade that sent Luka Doncic to the Lakers (a move still haunting fans), the Mavericks have reportedly made it clear: Kyrie Irving isn't going anywhere. But how exactly he stays is the $43 million question.Bleacher Report's Dan Favale highlighted the complex web of options surrounding Irving's future in Dallas. The All-Star guard holds a $42.9 million player option for next season - and what he does with it could redefine the team's trajectory."Will he opt out and chase a longer deal? Opt in and test the market in 2026? Sign a short-term extension as insurance? The scenarios are endless," Favale wrote. "But the real question is what's best for Dallas."Re-signing Irving requires a cautious approachComing off a torn left ACL, Irving's contract situation is more than just a numbers game […]