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LeBron James tweeted his appreciation for Kyrie Irving after Celtics trade

LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 19: LeBron James #23 of the Cleveland Cavaliers celebrates his basket with a foul with Kyrie Irving #2 during a 125-120 win over the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center on March 19, 2017 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) Harry How / Getty Images, File

By John Waller

August 22, 2017

LeBron James and Kyrie Irving reportedly have been at odds since the latter requested a trade last month, but James tweeted out his appreciation for his now former teammate Tuesday night.

That’s the only way to be to the kid! Special talent/guy! Nothing but respect and what a ride it was our 3 years together Young Gode #Filayy https://t.co/wKYmYsmdgG

— LeBron James (@KingJames) August 23, 2017

James retweeted an account that posted a video referencing Cavaliers fans burning the superstar’s jersey when he left town – but instead of lighting Irving’s jersey on fire in the video, a hand places a thank-you note.