Brooklyn Nets News: Kyrie Irving In Hot Water After Partying Videos Come Out

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Kyrie Irving is being investigated for partying and breaching health protocols
The Brooklyn Nets issue a statement regarding the matter
Irving could face sanctions

Kyrie Irving has taken a personal leave with the Brooklyn Nets, but that does not mean he can do whatever he wants.

The 28-year-old guard was in a viral video at a large birthday party together with his sister who was celebrating her birthday with a large gathering present.

Given that the NBA is already dealing with a lot of adversity tied to the pandemic, this development could place “Uncle Drew” in a spot.

The six-time All-Star could be forced to undergo a mandatory 14-day quarantine period, assuming that he has plans of returning to the Brooklyn fold soon.

The footage of the video can be seen below. Aside from Irving’s sister, his dad is also celebrating his birthday this week.

Videos have surfaced of Kyrie Irving at a large birthday gathering alongside his sister, Asia.

Kyrie’s sister & dad have birthdays this week.

Given the size of the gathering & now public nature of it, Kyrie might now have to undergo a quarantine period before returning. https://t.co/McrYtFH9XK pic.twitter.com/U4T1KAvMTl
— Billy Reinhardt (@BillyReinhardt) January 12, 2021

The recent development adds a new twist to Irving who has missed the last four games for the Nets. He is believed to be holding out because of last week’s US Capitol attacks although Kevin Durant and Steve Nash hint that there could be something more.

The Nets have backed the one-time NBA champion, but this does not count.

Nets general manager Sean Marks issued a statement and revealed that they are now investigating to determine if Irving violated league health and safety protocols.

Nets GM Sean Marks statement on Kyrie Irving pic.twitter.com/TBTjF9QGRr
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) January 12, 2021

"Kyrie remains away from the team due to personal reasons," Marks said in the statement. "A date of his return has yet to be finalized. In the meantime, we will continue to stay focused on our organizational goals."

"Kyrie will have the opportunity to address his absence when he is ready to do so," the statement added.

The Nets are facing the Nuggets as of press time with Irving missing his fourth consecutive game. Brooklyn will visit the New York Knicks on Wednesday next, the first time this season.

Durant has returned to the fray as the Nets try to adjust with Irving not around. Players like Joe Harris and Caris LeVert have stepped up.

However, the fact remains that Irving’s numbers are huge ones to fill. In seven games, he averaged 27.1 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 6.1 assists.