Beijing time on February 28 news, New York Mayor Eric Adams updated social media said that New York will cancel the vaccination requirements on March 7 local time and open public places. The news has excited many Nets fans, which seems to mean that Irving is about to say goodbye to part-time player status.
Previously, Irving had refused to be vaccinated and could not play in the Nets home game. To this end, Irving has also been described by the outside world as a "part-time player". Irving, who can only play in away games, has limited help for the Nets. Although they beat the defending champion Bucks, their current record is 32 wins and 29 losses, ranking eighth in the East.
New York Mayor Eric Adams' statement is good news for both the Nets and the Europeans. Even Woj said that this means Irving will be able to return to the home game and predicted that Irving's home debut will be against the Knicks on March 14!
However, things didn't go so well. According to Shams, after New York City's elimination of epidemic regulations, Irving will still be restricted by private sector regulations, although he can return to the home bench to watch, but can not participate in the game.
Woj also made a further interpretation, saying that Irving is still unable to participate in the competition because of the requirements for large employers in New York City, but the relaxation of the vaccine policy is bound to make Irving take another step forward on the road to lifting the ban. For the Nets, that's also good news.
This season, Irving has played a total of 15 games, averaging 36.4 minutes per game, and handing over 25.1 points, 4.8 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 1.1 steals. From a personal point of view, Irving's competitive form remains quite good.