In one game this season, the Lakers defeated the Nets 128-113 on the road. James scored 27 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists. Irving scored 20 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists. After the game, James and Irving hugged each other, which also moved the fans.
James posted a photo on his Twitter of hugging Irving after the game yesterday and wrote: ?My brother! Three years of time and memories will last forever. Young God x King are both epic! ?
Subsequently, Irving left a message in response to James’ post, writing: ?My brother! ?And re-followed James' personal account. It is worth mentioning that after applying for a trade to the Cavaliers in July 2017, Irving immediately unfollowed James, while James has been following Irving's account. This time, James and Irving should have completely settled their differences. Last season with the Celtics, Irving took the initiative to call James and apologize, asking him how to get along with young players. From that time on, the relationship between the two began. It gets better slowly. Many netizens said: "James and Irving are like a couple, only to find out later that their ex is better!" ?
Irving was the No. 1 pick in 2011. In the three seasons he led the team alone, the Cavaliers failed to reach the playoffs. In the 2014 NBA All-Star Game, Irving won the MVP of the main game. James was still with the Heat. At the MVP award ceremony in the All-Star Game, James taught Irving how to lift the trophy. At this time, James liked the young man very much.
In the summer of 2014, James announced his return to Cleveland and led the Cavaliers to the Finals that season. However, Irving only played the first game in the Finals and was reimbursed for the season. In the 15-16 season, Irving truly became the league's top point guard. He reached the Finals with James and showed the world his super personal singles ability in the Finals. In the tiebreaker, he hit Curry. A three-pointer that changed NBA history and helped the Cavaliers reverse the championship.
In the summer of 2017, Irving suddenly wanted to leave the Cavaliers. It was generally believed that the reason for Irving's departure was that he wanted to become the team boss, and he did not want to be the little brother behind James. In the Celtics, Irving's ability to lead the team has been questioned. This season in the Nets, Irving's ability to lead the team is still questioned. Irving is a super scorer, but not a qualified team leader. Irving's professional His career has been riddled with injuries, and we also hope that he can play healthy and even reunite with James one day!