Golden State Warriors: 5 free agents who can shake NBA balance

By Tony Pesta | Jun 28, 2022

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Kyrie Irving can reunite with LeBron James

UPDATE: Kyrie Irving has opted into his contract with Brooklyn

Is there any telling what Kyrie Irving will do next?

Just when you think things can’t get any crazier for the 2016 NBA champion, Irving is reportedly willing to decline his player option with Brooklyn and sign for the MLE in Los Angeles.

For those counting, this would be a $30 million dollar sacrifice from Irving all to end up back where he started, playing alongside LeBron James.

Only this time, Irving might be playing an even bigger role. As LBJ ages, the reliance on Irving will increase. Toss in a dynamic rim runner in Anthony Davis and the potential for a wacky backcourt featuring both Irving and Russell Westbrook — this is something I think every NBA fan is interested in seeing play out.

As unlikely as it might be, this Lakers team would pack one hell of a punch if they manage to make everything work. For the Warriors, I would not be sleeping easy if a team of Kyrie, Davis, Westbrook and LeBron manage to gel next season.

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