Nets preseason defeated Timberwolves 107-101 in the final game, Kevin Durant scored 19 points and 7 rebounds.
After the game Durant said he has not spoken to Irving since the Nets announced on Tuesday (US time) that Irving would not be allowed to play.
Durant said he certainly hopes that Irving can return to the team, but "Kyrie made his own decision, and the team made the decision. I hope none of this happened, but this is where we are now. This is not an ideal situation. , But it’s not something we can control. What's the use of being angry? You won’t change his mind. We will let him figure out what needs to be done, and let the team figure out what they need to do. Life is amazing, I can’t just because someone I’m angry when I make a decision for myself. Who am I angry with? Just focus on our locker room."
Durant admitted that Irving’s topic may exist throughout the season, but he won’t be annoyed by it. The media have them. To blame for his work, the Nets must remain focused and do their job well.
Durant said that Irving is not there and Harden will do some of his scoring work.
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