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Kyrie Irving's magical shot over Victor Wembanyama on Wednesday night in Dallas has gone viral. Irving commented on his remarkable finish after the game and even revealed what Wembanyama told him about the shot. The Mavericks have won five straight games heading to the All-Star break.
After the Mavs' 116-93 win over the San Antonio Spurs, Irving discussed his viral layup that got the people in the arena and online talking. He was simply happy to make the shot and also shared what "Wemby" told him after the game:
"Big fella just came over and said that was a 'lucky shot,'" Irving said. "So you got to laugh at it. I caught him with the hesi, baseline.
"He thought I was gonna go reverse, and I went middle. Something about using that rim as protection as a small guard. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't, but that play worked. I'm grateful."
Kyrie Irving ended the game with 34 points, nine rebounds and seven assists. It was the Dallas Mavericks' fifth straight win as they head to a much-needed All-Star break. Luka Doncic added 27 points, nine rebounds and eight assists, while Daniel Gafford had 10 points and as many boards.
Meanwhile, Victor Wembanyama had a great game for the San Antonio Spurs. He led the Spurs with 26 points, nine rebounds, five assists, a steal and three blocks. It was another big performance from "Wemby", who will need help next season if San Antonio wants to improve.
Kyrie Irving not named an All-Star this season
Kyrie Irving remains one of the best players in the NBA despite what transpired over the past few years.
Irving, when healthy and not focused on outside issues, can still score the ball and affect the game with his offense. He struggled with an injury early in the season but has been playing well for the Dallas Mavericks overall.
Irving is averaging 25.2 points, 5.1 rebounds, 5.4 assists and 1.3 steals in 32 games this season. These are All-Star-worthy numbers, but he missed too many games for coaches to consider him as a reserve.
Nevertheless, the 31-year-old point guard will be watching the All-Star Weekend. He's rooting for WNBA star Sabrina Ionescu to beat Steph Curry in their upcoming 3-point competition in Indianapolis:
"I'm pulling for Sabrina," Irving said. "No disrespect to you Steph, I love you big bro. But same time, you know, she got the record. She's coming to defend her title, you're coming to see if you can win. It's going to be interesting."
