Kyrie Irving apologizes to fans for missing 7 back-to-back games, gives BIG news on return

After being away for seven games, Brooklyn Nets star Kyrie Irving is finally back. While talking to media, 2016 NBA Champion spoke about his reasons for being away from court, promising to focus on his game properly. While re has been proper anuncement from team, Irving is expected to play in Nets' next game against Cleveland Cavaliers. 

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Kyrie Irving absence: Nets star apologizes to fans 

Days ago, it was reported that Irving would miss games because of some personal reasons. Later, a video of him partying while celebrating family birthdays was shared online. He was also fined $50,000 by team for violating health and safety protocols. When asked about same, Irving avoided question. 

However, he did dress him being away, even apologizing to fans. While he did t delve into details of his "family and personal stuff going on", he did mention he was "happy to be back". "We got some great pieces and we move on and I let my actions and my game speak for itself like I planned on doing," Irving said, speaking about James Harden tre and referring to his earlier words about letting his game speak for itself. 

"I just needed a pause," said six-time NBA All-Star. 

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When dressing his return, Irving also spoke about starting out as a fan. 28-year-old has been "invested" in organization since childhood and is determined to provide Brooklyn with something more – t limited to an NBA championship. "For me I’m just taking every day, being grateful". 

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Kyrie Irving return

Is Kyrie Irving vs Cavaliers confirmed?

As Irving is back with Nets, his return date is expected to be Nets game against Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday (Thursday IST).  As per reports, this will be second time since his 2017 tre to come back and play re against his former team. Before spending two seasons with Boston Celtics, Irving played six seasons with Cavaliers, winning 2016 championship. 

Steve Nash on Kyrie Irving

"Hopefully, we're close. I can't really give you a firm update on that," he coach Steve Nash said while talking to New York Post about Irving's return. Nash explained that while y want him back soon, y have to make sure he is "t susceptible to unnecessary injury". Hall of Famer spoke about Irving being a brilliant player, t worrying about him falling out of rhythm. 

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