Mavs Trade Dinwiddie and DFS for Irving

Blockbuster Deal Shakes Up NBA

Forty-one days ago, a blockbuster trade involving the Dallas Mavericks shocked the NBA world. On Feb. 3, 2023, the Nets traded Kyrie Irving to the Mavericks for Spencer Dinwiddie, Dorian Finney-Smith, a 2027 second-round pick, and cash considerations.

Irving's Request for Trade

Roughly 48 hours after Kyrie Irving requested a trade from the Brooklyn Nets, news broke that he had agreed to a deal with the Mavericks. Irving's departure from the Nets marked the end of a tumultuous tenure in Brooklyn, which was marred by injuries, off-court controversies, and a disappointing playoff exit.

The Mavericks, who have been looking to upgrade their backcourt, jumped at the opportunity to acquire Irving. With his All-Star caliber talent and playoff experience, Irving is expected to provide a significant boost to the Mavericks' championship aspirations.

The Nets, on the other hand, will look to rebuild with the pieces they received in the trade. Dinwiddie is a solid point guard who can provide scoring and playmaking, while Finney-Smith is a versatile forward known for his defense and three-point shooting.