Kyrie Irving returns from 5-game absence

Kyrie Irving discusses his back injury, prognosis: ‘Just gotta be smart and manage it’
Mavericks star Kyrie Irving discusses his bulging back disc, saying he is thankful it won't require surgery, for now.
Mavericks’ Kyrie Irving returns in loss vs. Nuggets after 5-game absence due to back injury
The 32-year-old doesn’t anticipate he’ll need surgery. He said he will “most likely” be available to play Wednesday in New Orleans.
Kyrie Irving returns from 5-game absence; Dereck Lively II exits with ankle injury
Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving, who has been sidelined since Jan. 1 with a back injury, returned to action for Tuesday’s game against the Denver Nuggets. Kyrie Irving (lumbar back sprain) will be AVAILABLE tonight against the Denver Nuggets.
Mavericks' Kyrie Irving returns from 5-game injury absence
Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving returned for Tuesday night's home game against the Denver Nuggets. Irving, who is averaging 24.3 points and 4.9 assists per game this season, was sidelined the past week because of a lower back injury.
Jamal Murray Spoils Kyrie Irving's Return, Nuggets Destroy Mavericks, 118-99
Jan 12, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27) brings the ball up court against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images / Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
Is Mavericks' Kyrie Irving playing vs. Nuggets? Latest injury update
Kyrie Irving received his injury status for the Mavericks' game on Tuesday night against the Nuggets in Dallas.
Will Kyrie Irving play for the Mavericks against the Nuggets today?
Irving was absent for the most recent Mavericks game, also against the Nuggets, which the Denver side won 112-101. In that tie, he was hugely missed, with the output for his side clearly suffering from his absence: Dallas are 2-3 across their last five games in the NBA without Irving and 3-6 overall without him.
New Kyrie Irving Injury Update for Nuggets-Mavericks
D allas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving has missed the last five games due to a lumbar back strain. The eight-time NBA All-Star has appeared in 30 games this season, averaging 24.3 po
Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving out due to bulging disk in his back, no timeline for return
Dallas guard Kyrie Irving is expected to miss one to two weeks with a bulging disk in his back, and Mavericks coach Jason Kidd said a timeline for his return was not immediately known.
Mavs star Kyrie Irving discusses back injury following return to lineup
Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving returned to the court on Tuesday after missing five games due to a bulging disc in his back.
Kyrie Irving Upgraded On Injury Report for Mavericks-Nuggets
The Dallas Mavericks are playing a second straight game against the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday night after falling 112-101 at home on Sunday. They could be getting a major boost to the lineup for this game, though, as Kyrie Irving is nearing a return.
Just in time: Return of steady Kyrie Irving can keep Mavericks afloat for daunting stretch
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Mavericks' Kyrie Irving's Anta shoe explode in demand as he signs 3 athletes
Nike cut him loose, but Kyrie Irving landed on his feet with Anta. Now, the shoes are seeing a surge in demand.
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Mavericks vs. Nuggets NBA Preview: Home Underdog Dynamics
Dallas Mavericks face Denver Nuggets as underdogs, missing Luka Doncic but welcoming Kyrie Irving back. Denver's recent form ...