NETS, IRVING APPROACH DEADLINE
Kyrie Irving is expected to decline his option for the 2022-23 season, setting up a possible exit to NBA free agency. Irving 's deadline to exercise his US$35.6 million option for next season is Wednesday. ESPN reported the two sides are likely to meet to discuss a contract, but that meeting could take place after the option deadline passes. Initial reports of unrest between the sides appeared to be confirmed when GM Sean Marks said the franchise would have to weigh whether to bring Irving back. The Nets are hesitant to offer a four-year contract. Irving reportedly provided the Nets a list of teams to whom he would approve a signa-nd-trade deal, which piqued the interest of Kevin Durant, ESPN reported. Durant is expected to stay in Brooklyn but could request a trade if the Nets are unable to build a winning roster around him.
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