The Dallas Mavericks have all but confirmed that they’ll be entering rebuild mode, and Kyrie Irving could be left out of those long-term plans. Though the nine-time All-Star helped the team reach the NBA Finals just two years ago, Irving now sticks out like a sore thumb on a roster clearly centered around top draft pick Cooper Flagg.
Irving’s career has been stalled by a major Achilles injury, but he still has a lot to offer when he eventually gets back on the court. Several NBA teams could form interesting combinations with the 33-year-old guard, and these teams happen to have draft capital that the Mavericks sorely need for their rebuild.
### 3 Landing Spots for a Blockbuster Kyrie Irving Trade
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#### #3 Orlando Magic
In the offseason, the Magic swung a trade for Desmond Bane to beef up their roster on both ends of the floor. However, Orlando currently ranks 19th in offensive rating. This young Magic team could use a prolific scorer and playmaker who has won it all, and the one-time NBA champion Irving fits that description perfectly.
The Magic have multiple first-round picks that Dallas could target, making this a trade that could benefit both parties.
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#### #2 Houston Rockets
The Rockets suffered a huge blow when Fred VanVleet went down with an ACL injury in the offseason. To address this, Houston could pursue Irving, who would be about nine months removed from surgery by late December.
A reunion with former Brooklyn Nets teammate Kevin Durant might be enticing enough for the Rockets to offer some first-round picks over the next few years in exchange for Irving.
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#### #1 Los Angeles Lakers
Durant is not the only ex-teammate linked with Irving. Over the years, rumors have circulated about Irving reuniting with fellow 2016 champion LeBron James. Interestingly, Austin Reaves has also been the subject of trade talks, especially now that Luka Doncic is firmly established as the undisputed playmaker of the future in Los Angeles.
A trade that allows Irving to join not only James but also his “hermano” Doncic would truly be blockbuster news for the league.
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As the Mavericks prepare for their rebuild, a trade involving Kyrie Irving could provide both the team and the acquiring franchise with mutually beneficial opportunities. Stay tuned as these trade rumors continue to develop.
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