Kyrie Irving embraces Thunder-Mavericks rivalry

Mavs' Kyrie Irving Passes Kobe Bryant in NBA Record Books vs. Thunder
Irving moved into 27th in NBA history with 1,828 made three-pointers, passing LA Lakers legend and Hall of Famer Kobe Bryant, someone Irving saw as a mentor and a friend. Irving w
With Kyrie Irving back, the Mavericks scratch out a gritty win against the Thunder
That decision forced the Thunder to stick close to the Mavericks' role players throughout the first quarter. Once Washington scored the first five points, Irving asserted himself and drained a 3-pointer before finishing at the basket with a finger roll to give the Mavericks an early 10-0 lead.
Mavericks' Kyrie Irving available for Thunder clash
Irving is listed on the injury report as he continues to deal with a lumbar back sprain. Meanwhile, Dereck Lively II (right ankle sprain), Luka Doncic (left calf strain) and Dante Exum (right wrist surgery) are all out for Friday's game. It is worth noting that Mavs head coach Jason Kidd previously said he expects Irving to play on Friday.
Kyrie Irving on Thunder-Mavs: 'It's personal, It's the start of a healthy rivalry'
Kyrie Irving, returning after a one-game absence due to a back sprain, delivered a strong performance with 25 points, five rebounds, and five assists. The tension on the court was palpable, with
Mavericks' Kyrie Irving: Trending up, but return still TBD
Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd said Saturday that Irving will remain out for Sunday's game against the Nuggets but is "trending in the right direction" in his recovery from a bulging disc in his back, Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News reports. "He did some shooting, and that was it," Kidd said of Irving. "Hopefully we get him back soon."
Mavericks' Kyrie Irving aims to avoid ‘surgery’ with back injury management
Kyrie Irving may have returned to the court Friday to help the Dallas Mavericks defeat top-seeded Oklahoma City, but his ongoing back injury will require rest in some instances. Wednesday’s controversial loss to the New Orleans Pelicans was an example of Irving’s latest injury management because of a bulging disc in his back.
Mavericks dodge major bullet with Kyrie Irving after initial scary concerns
After their Friday night victory over the OKC Thunder, the Dallas Mavericks appear to have dodged a massive bullet given Kyrie Irving's post-game testimony.
Jason Kidd's honest admission on Kyrie Irving return in Mavericks' loss to Nuggets
Kyrie Irving may have struggled in his return to the Mavericks lineup, but Jason Kidd is simply happy that he's back on the ...
Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (back) set to return to action vs. Denver Nuggets
The Mavericks are set for the return of one-half of their dynamic backcourt duo. After missing Dallas’ last five games, Kyrie ...
Jason Kidd Makes Candid Statement After Refs Cost Mavericks Game vs. Pelicans
After losing two straight contests against the Denver Nuggets, the Dallas Mavericks had a great opportunity to bounce back as ...
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Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving out due to bulging disk in his back, no timeline for return
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Dallas guard Kyrie Irving is expected to miss one to two weeks with a bulging disk in his back, and ...
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Mavericks' Kyrie Irving sidelined indefinitely with bulging disc in back
DALLAS (AP) – Dallas guard Kyrie Irving is expected to miss one to two weeks with a bulging disc in his back, and Mavericks coach Jason Kidd said a timeline for his return was not immediately ...
Kyrie Irving, Luka Doncic Inching Closer to Return to Mavericks
The Dallas Mavericks have been playing without Kyrie Irving for the last week with a bulging disc in his back, while Luka ...
Irving Shines As Mavs Roll Thunder, Nuggets Scorch Heat
Kyrie Irving scored 25 points as the Dallas Mavericks brought the high-flying Oklahoma City Thunder down to earth with a ...
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