Getting mired in a scandal and dumped by Nike Inc. hasn’t stood in the way of NBA star Kyrie Irving remaining a presence in the shoe market.

Kyrie Irving has proven his influence extends beyond the court, as his partnership with Anta Sports Products reshapes the sneaker industry. Despite parting ways with Nike in 2022, Irving’s career in footwear has flourished.

With their head amply above water at six games over .500, it’s not as if the reigning Western Conference champion Mavericks were in dire need of a lifeguard. But with six defeats in their last eight games,

The Dallas Mavericks are set to play the New Orleans Pelicans on the road in the second of a back-to-back on Wednesday night. They were defeated 118-99 by the Denver Nuggets at home on Tuesday night.