"Just thought the statement needed a correction as y’all continue to make money off of my NAME" - Kyrie Irving fires back at sports blog's Twitter account for trolling him Kyrie Irving of the Brooklyn Nets in the 2022 NBA playoffs fired back at Barstool sports on after they posted a meme accusing the Brooklyn Nets guard of ruining the teams he plays for. Irving doesn't usually clap back at trolls on social media, but on this occasions, he was angry enough to respond. Barstool sports posted a video meme of The Joker from the movie 'The Dark Knight' (2008) portrayed by the late Heath Ledger. In the video, the Joker exits 'Gotham General Hospital' after blowing it up. By using Kyrie Irving's name in the meme, Barstool sports insinuated that the Nets guard wrecks every organization on his way out. Kyrie Irving destroying every NBA team he has ever been a part ofKyrie Irving destroying every NBA team he has ever been a part of For context, Kyrie Irving ended his Cleveland stint on bad terms and ruined his relationship with LeBron James. He moved to Boston and that experiment was a disaster as well. He finally joined the , but has struggled there as well. Irving responded to the Barstool post and asked them to add "NBA champion and gold medalist" ahead of his name to show him respect. He : "*NBA champion and *Gold medalist * Kyrie Irving. Just thought the statement needed a correction as y’all continue to make money off of my NAME and countless others." Irving has always hated the media who defame athletes without consequences. He them "pawns" after being fined by the NBA for failing to comply with the league's media requirements.

Kyrie Irving opts in to his player option

Kyrie Irving of the Brooklyn Nets on the bench Kyrie Irving has put an end to speculation about his future by opting in to his $36.7 million player option. Irving has missed more games than he has played during his time in Brooklyn, but that has not prevented him from committing to the Nets for one final season. Irving staying with the team could mean Kevin Durant will not depart either. With Seth Curry, , Joe Harris, LaMarcus Aldridge, Andre Drummond also on the roster, the Nets will look to make a run to the title next season. Kyrie Irving: “Normal people keep the world going, but those who dare to be different lead us into tomorrow. I’ve made my decision to opt in. See you in the fall. A11even.” Brooklyn Nets star Kyrie Irving is opting into his $37 million player option for the 2022-23 season, has learned. Irving is bypassing on multiple opt-in and trade scenarios to fulfill his four-year commitment to the Nets and Kevin Durant.Brooklyn Nets star Kyrie Irving is opting into his $37 million player option for the 2022-23 season, has learned. Irving is bypassing on multiple opt-in and trade scenarios to fulfill his four-year commitment to the Nets and Kevin Durant.Kyrie Irving: “Normal people keep the world going, but those who dare to be different lead us into tomorrow. I’ve made my decision to opt in. See you in the fall. A11even.” On paper, they look like a playoff team and if everyone stays healthy, they can certainly aim for the NBA title. Poll : Will the Brooklyn Nets win the title next season? Yes No 54 votes Quick Links More from Sportskeeda Thank You! Show More Comments No thanks Delete Cancel Update Reply ❮ ❯ No thanks Delete Cancel Update Reply ❮ ❯ Be the first one to comment on this story More from Sportskeeda Fetching more content... 1 Logout No Results Found