Kyrie Irving

Emotions ran high at the Pacers’ home opener in an unexpected way. The 2025 Eastern Conference champions, who welcomed back Tyrese Haliburton for his first home game since he tore his Achilles during Game 7 of the NBA Finals 16 months ago, found themselves on the receiving end of a dominant Mavericks performance. But during...

Dusty May has his first win as an NBA coach. His Dallas Mavericks had to earn it, though, as they lost star Cooper Flagg to a shoulder injury halfway through their game against the Indiana Pacers. But despite falling off in the second half, the Mavs were able to hold on for the 121-105 win, […] The post Watch Mavericks’ Dustin May get a mop bucket bath after 1st NBA win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

With the Rockets focused on trapping him, Kyrie Irving was held to 15 points in his first regular-season game since March 2025 and the Mavs fell 128-110.

Mavericks Kyrie Irving waited nearly 600 days to play another regular-season game. The Rockets welcomed him back with double teams. Irving finished with 15 points, four rebounds and two assists in the Mavericks’ 128-110 opening loss Wednesday, shooting 6-of-9 from the field. He also committed four turnovers as Houston pressured him and challenged his teammates […] The post NBA Notes: Mavericks, Kyrie Irving, Hawks, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Magic appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Irving only attempted five shots in the first half. Afterward, Flagg said that the Mavericks needed to do a better job of getting him involved. When Flagg’s comments were relayed to Irving, he seemed amused. “He’s a caring individual,” Irving said. “I want him to continue that. Tomorrow, once we watch film and get to Indy, we will talk about how to attack together. We cause a lot of chaos when we are in action together. I feel like we can do more than that. … I appreciate him looking out for ...

The Dallas Mavericks ushered in the Dustin May era for the first time on Wednesday. But Cooper Flagg meshing with the ex-Michigan coach wasn’t the only thing on the mind of fans. Kyrie Irving made his return from a torn ACL against the Houston Rockets. Fans got treated to vintage “Uncle Drew” in Irving’s 2026-27 […] The post Kyrie Irving flashes vintage form on 1st NBA bucket in almost 600 days appeared first on ClutchPoints.

MACAU, CHINA - OCTOBER 11: Kyrie Irving #11 of Dallas Mavericks pulls up Cooper Flagg #32 of Dallas Mavericks during NBA China Games 2026 between Dallas Mavericks and Houston Rockets at The Venetian Arena on the Cotai Strip on October 11, 2026 in Macau, China. 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 Zhizhao Wu/Getty Images) | Getty Ima...

Kyrie Irving makes his long-awaited return to NBA action for the Dallas Mavericks against a Houston Rockets time that will look to win their first opening-day game since 2017. The Mavs are looking to bounce back into playoff contention after a difficult 2025-26 campaign that saw them finish 12th in the Western Conference. The Rockets […] The post Is Mavericks’ Dereck Lively II ready for season opener vs. Rockets after missing most of last season with injury? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Dallas Mavericks finished 12th in the Western Conference last season after major injuries to Anthony Davis and Kyrie Irving saw them finish the regular season with a 26-56 record. Now, with Irving set to return for the start of the new campaign, critics have not been too kind to Dallas as far as season […] The post 4 Dallas Mavericks bold season predictions as Kyrie Irving returns to team up with Cooper Flagg appeared first on ClutchPoints.

MACAU, CHINA - OCTOBER 11: Cooper Flagg #32 of Dallas Mavericks dunks during NBA China Games 2026 between Dallas Mavericks and Houston Rockets at The Venetian Arena on the Cotai Strip on October 11, 2026 in Macau, China. 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 Zhizhao Wu/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Dallas Mavericks are ready to st...

It doesn't seem like Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving is going to play in the NBA into his 40s.

Dallas Mavericks star guard Kyrie Irving has concerns about social media and gambling impacting the NBA as he goes through later stages of his career. Irving gears up for the 16th season of his career in the league, his fifth with the Mavericks. Last season saw him rehab his ACL, not taking part in any […] The post Mavericks’ Kyrie Irving opens up about how social media, gambling have changed the NBA appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Ben Simmons revealed he could barely move after suffering excruciating back pain around his 2022 trade to Brooklyn.

As Kyrie Irving prepares to return to the Dallas Mavericks for the 2026-27 NBA season after missing the entire previous campaign with a torn ACL, former teammate Shawn Marion delivered a sobering assessment of the star guard’s chances of returning to his previous form. Speaking with Kyle Odegard of Action Network, Marion acknowledged the uncertainty […] The post Shawn Marion delivers sobering Kyrie Irving reality check amid Mavericks comeback hopes appeared first on ClutchPoints.

DALLAS — So much about the Dallas Mavericks is new. In the last six months, they hired a new lead basketball executive, Masai Ujiri, who, in one of his first big decisions, decided the franchise needed a new coach. Dallas poached Dusty May from Michigan, and of the seven assistants on May’s staff, none are holdovers. Dallas’ supporting cast around its two stars — Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving — is also filled with new faces. Six of the 15 players the Mavericks have signed to standard contract...

DALLAS, TEXAS - OCTOBER 16: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Dallas Mavericks is defended by CJ McCollum #3 of the Atlanta Hawks during the second half of a preseason game at American Airlines Center on October 16, 2026 in Dallas, Texas. 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 GettyImages License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Dallas Mavericks fell o...

Baron Davis sees Kyrie Irving giving Cooper Flagg something every developing NBA player can use: a teammate who can make difficult possessions easier. In an exclusive interview, Davis explained how Irving can support Dallas’ young forward through defensive reads, scoring struggles, and the frustrations that come with learning. He emphasized Irving’s ability to generate offense […] The post Exclusive: Baron Davis explains Kyrie Irving’s value to Cooper Flagg appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Despite the best efforts of Masai Ujiri, Kyrie Irving tops the list. Anthony Davis is there, too.

Kevin Durant is going to score less and defend more. The Rockets could finish third in the West, trade a 2027 first-round pick and resist a Kyrie Irving reunion. Here are 10 bold predictions for Houston's season, including what could happen with Reed Sheppard. Read for free. submitted by /u/TheAthletic [link] [comments]

Former NBA guard Nick Van Exel believes Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving can form a highly effective partnership for the Dallas Mavericks, while emphasizing how much the reigning Rookie of the Year can learn from the veteran point guard. Speaking to Marc Stein on the DLLS Mavs Podcast, Van Exel expressed excitement about seeing the […] The post Nick Van Exel wants Cooper Flagg to study Tracy McGrady appeared first on TalkBasket.net.