Kyrie Irving's Comments Upset Boston Crowd
- Kyrie Irving expresses disappointment in Boston crowd after NBA Finals Game 1.
- Boston Celtics respond by planning to amp up noise level for Game 2.
- Kyrie Irving receives X-rated chants in return during Mavericks' season finale in Boston.
Dave Portnoy taunted Kyrie Irving by wearing a clown t-shirt with Irving's face on it during Game 2 of the NBA Finals in Boston. Portnoy, a Celtics supporter, targeted Irving, who now plays for the Mavericks, by booing him during the game. After the Celtics beat the Mavericks, Portnoy tweeted a link to the t-shirt he was wearing. Portnoy stands to win $7.5 million if the Celtics win the NBA Finals and the Edmonton Oilers win the Stanley Cup. The Celtics lead the series 2-0. Irving expressed disappointment in the Boston crowd after Game 1, and was booed during Game 2. Jaylen Brown praised the crowd for their support. Irving has a history of tension with Boston fans since leaving the Celtics in 2019. The Celtics won Game 1, with fans showing hostility towards Irving. Irving's time in Boston was marked by disappointment, and his return as a Maverick was met with animosity from fans. Despite the strained relationship with Boston fans, Irving maintains good relationships with Celtics players Tatum and Brown. The Celtics are currently leading the series against the Mavericks.