On March 21, Beijing time, according to the famous shams report, the Nets are optimistic that the new York epidemic prevention policy will change before the playoffs, and Irving will resume full-time status.
At present, New York's epidemic prevention policy has been relaxed, and Irving has been allowed to watch the game at home without wearing a mask, but he is still unable to participate in the home game.
It is reported that the mask requirement in New York schools has been abolished, and the mask requirement for employees is still retained. New York Mayor Eric Adams will also make a recent final ruling on whether private sector employees still need restrictions.
The Nets and most in the league are optimistic that New York will lift the private sector lockdown before the playoffs begin, so that Irving can play home games without vaccination and return to full-time status.
Recently, many fans have been dissatisfied with New York's epidemic prevention regulations, hoping to give Irving the opportunity to participate in the home game. Many NBA stars have also stood up to bombard New York's epidemic prevention regulations, and James has expressed his hope that Irving can return to full-time.
Irving's importance to the Nets is self-evident, and his most recent game has exploded with 60 points, setting a new team history and career high. So far this season, Irving has averaged 27.7 points, 4.7 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 1.4 steals per game, but so far, he has only played 19 games.