Mark Cuban on Kyrie Irving: 'He's super smart and he knows this is Luka's team' / News - Basketnews.com

During an interview in Patrick Beverley's podcast, Mark Cuban revealed his relationship with Kyrie Irving and that the partnership between him and Doncic is a strong one

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After acquiring him via trade in February, the Dallas Mavericks re-signed Kyrie Irving to a multi-year deal this offseason, making him the long-term partner of Luka Doncic on the roster.

Kyrie Irving

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Despite not making it to the playoffs last season, Mark Cuban, the owner of the Dallas Mavericks, believes that the partnership between Irving and Doncic will have a positive impact on the team.

In an interview that Cuban had in the podcast hosted by Philadelphia 76ers player Pat Beverley, the owner of the Mavs explained his thoughts about Irving.

"Kyrie wants to connect to people and connect to his history and know who he is. He wants to just take it to the next level personally", Cuban said. "Kyrie is a super smart guy and he knows this is Luka’s team. There’s no ifs, ands, or buts about it. It is Luka’s team, and Kyrie understands the situation perfectly".

Irving signed a three-year, $120 million contract extension this summer, securing his long-term future.

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