Fear the Links: Let’s keep talking about Kyrie Irving

What else is there to talk about currently other than Kyrie Irving? As such, today’s links are all about the still Cavs point guard.

Over at the New York Times, Harvey Araton writes about Kyrie and a moment of reflection. The idea of accountability is the interesting through line.

As you think about what the Cavs want for Kyrie, consider this Chris Herring story on why Irving might be better as a sidekick. Do teams see it the same way?

You know how Kyrie has a lot of straights that you remind you of Kobe Bryant? ESPN’s Tom Haberstroh explores this idea and wonder if it’s a thing.

Andrew Wiggins wants a max. The Cavs could have to pay up if Irving somehow ends up being dealt to the Wolves.

A lot has been said about the Cavs’ intro press conference, but here’s a unique take by SI’s Ben Golliver: the Cavs’ main point was pledging allegiance to LeBron.

Lastly, SB Nation’s Kristian Winfield has two deals for Kyrie that actually make sense.