After going back and forth for a week, the trade between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Boston Celtics involving Kyrie Irving and Isaiah Thomas became official on Wednesday night.
 

Now that the deal is finally done and Irving is officially a member of the Celtics, the four-time All-Star can finally put this summer behind him and focus on the upcoming season with his new squad.

Despite asking the Cavaliers for a trade, Irving has called Cleveland his home for his entire six-year career, so you can bet he had a lot to say and a lot of people to thank once the trade went through. On Thursday afternoon, the newest member of the Celtics shared an Instagram post and thanked all the fans and the city of Cleveland in a lengthy caption.
 

 

"My special thank you to Cleveland" *Link in Bio. My love extends way beyond the court I have for Cleveland and it will always be a place thats special because of the great people and experiences. The Ups and downs, we stand and fight no matter what the circumstances are, and that's what being in Cleveland embodies, it is all Love and a whole lotta pride. To the incredible individuals I've met who support the Cleveland organization and help allow us as Players to feel a special bond to the State/City and shared countless moments with, keep being YOU and know that my appreciation is eternal. Thank you From my whole being for being there as I was a 19 year old kid coming into the league, to now where I start another step in the journey as a 25 year old Evolving man. It will Always be Love and respect Cleveland. "The journey is always the Reward" #KyrieWick

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Irving had more to say outside of his caption and shared an even longer video, which can be viewed by clicking here. 

The Cavs thanked Irving for everything last week when the trade was first reported and showed him nothing but love on his way out.
 

 

A big THANK YOU from the entire organization and we wish you well in the next chapter of your career.

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As for his new team, they were pretty quick to welcome him onboard on Wednesday night.
 

 

Let's do this again, shall we? Welcome to #Boston, @kyrieirving! ☘1️⃣1️⃣☘️

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Fans won’t have to wait very long to see these guys play their former team as the Celtics and the Cavaliers will open the season against each other in Cleveland on October 17.

(H/T Instagram/kyrieirving)