Kyrie Irving Gets Fresh Mavericks Future Twist From Veteran ESPN NBA Reporter
Kyrie Irving is nearing his return to the Dallas Mavericks, but questions about his future are already growing. ESPN NBA reporter Tim MacMahon said people around the league are wondering how long Irving will remain in Dallas. The timing matters because the Mavericks now have a 19-year-old cornerstone in Cooper Flagg. Irving remains part of [...]
ESPN NBA reporter Tim MacMahon is reporting that questions about Kyrie Irving's future with the Dallas Mavericks are growing. Irving is set to return to the team for the 2026-27 season, having signed a contract that runs through 2027-28. However, the Mavericks now have a 19-year-old cornerstone in Cooper Flagg, who has quickly become a key player for the franchise.
MacMahon notes that the timing of Irving's return matters, as Dallas is now focusing on building around Flagg. The veteran star is returning from a knee injury, while Flagg is entering his second NBA season. While MacMahon does not suggest an imminent trade, he highlights that people around the league are monitoring the situation and will be watching to see how long Irving remains with the Mavericks.
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