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Kyrie Irving has made it known that he hopes to get an extension done with the Brooklyn Nets. The Nets would presumably like to keep Irving, but reportedly feel no pressure to get anything done in a swift manner.

There have been no significant extension discussions between Irving and Brooklyn. Both sides have until June 30 to agree to extend Irving’s deal. If no agreement is reached, Irving will become an unrestricted free agent on July 1.

If Irving chose to leave the Nets in free agency, it’s likely that would have to be via a sign-and-trade. Most of the teams in position to sign Irving outright in free agency aren’t a fit at this time. That means getting to a non-cap space team would have to involve Brooklyn agreeing to a deal.

Canada defeated the United States in the third-place game at the 2023 FIBA World Cup. After Mikal Bridges forced overtime with a buzzer-beating three-pointer, Canada rallied for the 127-118 victory.

Dillon Brooks scored 39 points and hit 7-of-8 three-point attempts to lead Canada. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 31 points and 12 assists, while RJ Barrett added 23 points for the Canadians.

Team USA played without Jaren Jackson Jr., Paolo Banchero and Brandon Ingram due to illness. Anthony Edwards led the Americans with 24 points, while Austin Reaves added 23 points off the bench.