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Kyrie Irving's Return Uncertain Amid Mavericks' Struggles

1/23/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Kyrie Irving's return from ACL surgery remains uncertain for the Dallas Mavericks.
The Mavericks sit 12th in the Western Conference with an 18-26 record.
Tim MacMahon indicated discussions may delay Irving's return until next season if the Mavericks' struggles continue.
Jason Kidd said there is no official timeline for Irving's return.

History

Historical Context

The 2011 NBA lockout, lasting five months, stemmed from disputes over revenue sharing and player movement, mirroring the 1998-99 lockout that shortened the season to 50 games. The Dallas Mavericks, led by Dirk Nowitzki, won the championship that year, highlighting resilience amid challenges. Today, Kyrie Irving's recovery from ACL surgery underscores ongoing struggles for the Mavericks, currently 12th in the Western Conference.

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Story summary

Kyrie Irving's return from ACL surgery remains uncertain for the Dallas Mavericks.
The Mavericks sit 12th in the Western Conference with an 18-26 record.
Tim MacMahon indicated discussions may delay Irving's return until next season if the Mavericks' struggles continue.
Jason Kidd said there is no official timeline for Irving's return.

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