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[Saba Sports News] The current standout guard for the Cleveland Cavaliers, Donovan Mitchell, recently expressed his high regard for Kyrie Irving, the team’s former star. His comments came in the wake of a Cleveland-Dallas game, which concluded dramatically.
Mitchell advocated for the Cavaliers to retire Irving’s jersey, highlighting Irving’s pivotal role in the team’s historic 2016 championship win and his consistent high-level performance, which included a memorable Game 7 shot against the Golden State Warriors.
Mitchell praised Irving’s transformational impact on the Cavaliers, alongside Kevin Love and LeBron James, suggesting all three should have their jerseys retired. Despite Irving’s significant contribution, there’s debate among fans and commentators, especially considering the Cavaliers’ struggles before James’ return and the contentious manner of Irving’s 2017 departure. Notably, Cleveland has reassigned Irving’s old number 2 jersey, but Mitchell believes Irving’s legacy with the Cavaliers is distinct enough to warrant this honor, more so than with any other team he’s played for.