Irvine began his career in 1971 when he was drafted by the Indiana Pacers. He played for the Pacers for four seasons, and during that time he was a key part of the team's success. He was known for his defensive skills, and he was often tasked with guarding the opposing team's best player.
In 1975, Irvine was traded to the Atlanta Hawks, where he continued to be a defensive force. He was a key part of the team's success, and he was named to the All-Defensive Second Team in 1977.
In 1979, Irvine was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers, where he continued to be a defensive stalwart. He was a key part of the team's success, and he was named to the All-Defensive Second Team in 1981.
In 1984, Irvine was traded to the Milwaukee Bucks, where he continued to be a defensive force. He was a key part of the team's success, and he was named to the All-Defensive Second Team in 1985.
Irvine retired from the NBA in 2001 after a successful career that spanned three decades. He was known for his defensive prowess, and he was a key contributor to the success of several teams. He was inducted into the Indiana Pacers Hall of Fame in 2011.
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