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[Saba Sports News] During his return to New York, Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving left a lasting impression on the fans, particularly during a moment with one Nets supporter. The incident occurred as Irving was about to inbound the ball during the Mavericks’ 119-107 victory over the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center, with the Mavericks leading and less than two minutes remaining.
A fan questioned Irving’s performance compared to his time with the Nets, to which Irving attributed his previous limitations to New York City’s COVID-19 vaccine mandates, indirectly referencing Mayor Eric Adams’ strict adherence to the policies.
These mandates had prevented Irving from participating in home games due to his vaccination status during the 2021-22 season. Irving, marking the one-year anniversary of his trade from the Nets to the Mavericks, channelled any residual frustration into a standout performance, scoring 36 points.
Notably, Irving’s highlight of the night was an alley-oop slam, underscoring a dominant showing against his former team.