On March 23, Beijing time, New York Mayor Adams once again stated at a press conference that everything will not change soon, and the US media said that this is not a good omen for the Nets and Irving. Adams said a lot of people may be complaining right now, but when it's all over, people realize that we're deliberate, we're doing the right thing, so baseball, business, basketball, all of these things have to wait.
Fans were surprised that Irving was allowed to watch without wearing a mask, but he couldn't play. Now it seems that such a strange situation will continue to be maintained. Previously, Shams has said that the Nets are optimistic that Irving can play at home in the playoffs, but the mayor's latest statement undoubtedly makes it difficult for them to continue to be optimistic.
With or without Irving, the threat the Nets pose to other teams is very different. In March, Irving was one of the highest averages per game, his offensive firepower was there, Simmons could not play yet, so without his Nets, it was only Durant's single core, and in the playoffs or playoffs, the pressure was even greater.
Now, the Nets may have to accept the reality that either Irving can play at home without vaccination, or Irving can't play at home without vaccination. The latest tweet from the European people, wrote: "There are no more illusions, I only want god's truth." Fans said Irving was suspected of responding to news that New York did not intend to change the epidemic prevention regulations in the short term.
So far this season, Irving has played 19 games, averaging 27.7 points, 4.7 rebounds and 5.3 assists per game, and has exploded 60 points in a single game! He could play today's away game against the Grizzlies, but counting that, he can only play three games in the regular season.