Kyrie Irving reveals learning curve with LeBron James during their Cavaliers days

NBA was privy to Kyrie Irving's relationship with former teammate LeBron James when during Lakers vs Nets match-up at Barclays Center earlier this week. pair played for Cleveland Cavaliers for a total of three seasons. In fact, y even had three straight runs to NBA Finals until 2016 when  Cavaliers triumphed over Stephen Curry-led Golden State Warriors for championship win. After Kyrie Irving playfully mocked LeBron James during Lakers vs Nets match-up, Brooklyn Nets star offered some insight into his current relationship with LeBron James.

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Lakers vs Nets: Kyrie Irving reveals learnings from LeBron James

Speaking after Lakers vs Nets game, Kyrie Irving ackwledged "history" he has with LeBron James. He continued by saying that his relationship with Lakers star extends beyond confines of NBA floor. “I’m just appreciative. I’ve learned so much from that guy. To see what he’s doing at this and this many years in league, he’s consistent and that’s a great player right re.", Kyrie Irving said in an interview with a leading American media outlet.

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Brooklyn Nets star has eased himself back into action after missing 26 games with a shoulder injury this season. During game against visiting Lakers, Kyrie Irving had a mixed bag of results. Kyrie Irving racked up 20 points at Barclays Center but was dismal in his shooting. His tally was only bested by his former Cavaliers teammate LeBron James. While Lakers ended up on winning side, Kyrie Irving will take heart from fact that he registered highest points for Nets on night. 

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Just like Lakers struggled without LeBron James last season, Nets have struggled in absence of Kyrie Irving. With Kevin Durant unlikely to make his return from injury despite some positive news this week, Nets will w rely upon Kyrie Irving as y pursue a strong showing in second half of season. Kyrie Irving's Nets will face off against Detroit Pistons on Saturday night (Sunday morning IST).

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