Mavericks star Kyrie Irving gave his honest thoughts about the trade with the Nets that brought him to Dallas.

Wednesday’s controversial loss to the New Orleans Pelicans was an example of Irving’s latest injury management because of a bulging disc in his back. Irving said Tuesday that he would “most likely” play in a game that was on the road after the Mavericks suffered a lopsided loss at home to Denver the night before.

Kyrie Irving calls his trade to Dallas "the best in the business," reflecting on his resurgence and the Mavericks' renewed success.