Irving trade official as Mavs essentially start season over
1 year, 10 months ago

Irving trade official as Mavs essentially start season over

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Luka Doncic has his co-star, and the Dallas Mavericks are set for their season essentially to start over after trading for Kyrie Irving. Whenever the All-Stars do get on the court together, Doncic and Irving instantly become one of the NBA’s top duos in a tightly packed Western Conference. Brooklyn’s news release on the trade barely mentioned Irving, whereas the announcement last year that they had dealt James Harden to Philadelphia included a quote from general manager Sean Marks thanking the star guard for his contributions and wishing him well in the future. Jalen Brunson was crucial to Dallas’ playoff run alongside Doncic last season, but decided he wanted his own starting role as a point guard and left for the New York Knicks in free agency.

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Irving Outplays Edwards, Mavericks Tame Wolves in Thrilling Victory
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Irving Outplays Edwards, Mavericks Tame Wolves in Thrilling Victory

China Daily  

The Dallas Mavericks emerged victorious over the Minnesota Timberwolves, securing a 120-114 road win. Kyrie Irving shone brightly with 35 points, while Luka Doncic and PJ Washington contributed 24 and 17 points respectively. Despite Anthony Edwards's impressive 37 points for the Timberwolves, Dallas's resilience and timely offense proved to be too much for Minnesota to overcome.

Mavs Title: Irving's Arrival Adds Another Dimension to a Contender
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Mavs Title: Irving's Arrival Adds Another Dimension to a Contender

Associated Press  

Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving are talking about the Dallas Mavericks' title chances with Klay Thompson on board. The addition of Thompson means that the Mavs are a serious contender for the Western Conference Finals. The conversation also discusses the team's roster changes, including the signing of Naji Marshall and the trade of Tim Hardaway Jr. and three second-round picks …

Dallas Mavericks point guard Kyrie Irving breaks hand, undergoes surgery
5 months, 1 week ago

Dallas Mavericks point guard Kyrie Irving breaks hand, undergoes surgery

The Hindu  

Dallas Mavericks point guard Kyrie Irving recently underwent surgery to repair a broken left hand suffered earlier this month while he was training, the club announced on Tuesday. The eight-time All-Star teamed with Luka Doncic to key Dallas’ run to the NBA Finals, where the Mavericks lost to the Boston Celtics in five games last month. READ | Late Kobe …

Kyrie Irving sounds ready to keep chasing titles in Dallas after NBA Finals loss to Boston
6 months ago

Kyrie Irving sounds ready to keep chasing titles in Dallas after NBA Finals loss to Boston

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Kyrie Irving is a year away from having the option to leave the Dallas Mavericks, and at that point would be closing in on his longest stint anywhere since asking out of Cleveland, where he was drafted, in 2017. “I see an opportunity for us to really build our future in a positive manner where this is almost …

Doncic and Irving can’t deliver for Dallas in NBA Finals clincher as Celtics win 18th championship
6 months, 1 week ago

Doncic and Irving can’t deliver for Dallas in NBA Finals clincher as Celtics win 18th championship

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Short jumpers rolled off the rim and 3-pointers went in and out. Instead, the Mavericks’ best players got off to a terrible start, and by the time their shots started falling the Celtics were coasting to a 106-88 victory and an unprecedented 18th NBA title. “It will be a long summer, but looking forward to the start of …

Mavericks’ plan to stop Celtics in NBA Finals: Get them to fight among themselves
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Mavericks’ plan to stop Celtics in NBA Finals: Get them to fight among themselves

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Jason Kidd couldn’t figure out how to stop the Boston Celtics in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. The Mavericks coach seemed eager to sow dissension in the Boston locker room on Saturday when he singled out Jaylen Brown as the Celtics’ best player — words transparently designed to irk Jayson Tatum, an actual NBA first-teamer who was …

How Luka Dončić, Kyrie Irving became ‘connected for the rest of their lives’
6 months, 2 weeks ago

How Luka Dončić, Kyrie Irving became ‘connected for the rest of their lives’

New York Times  

When Kyrie Irving first arrived in Dallas last February, swirling in controversy, the Mavericks knew they must actively help build a relationship between him and superstar centerpiece Luka Dončić. There were nights that extended into the “wee hours” that eventually included just Dončić, Irving and Morris, the team’s veteran reserve who arrived in the Irving trade. “That trip definitely helped.” …

If Mavericks’ stars can’t beat Celtics 1-on-1, this series is over
6 months, 2 weeks ago

If Mavericks’ stars can’t beat Celtics 1-on-1, this series is over

New York Times  

BOSTON — Here’s the most telling play of Game 1 of the 2024 NBA Finals, in the opening minutes of the second quarter. First, because amazingly it was the Dallas Mavericks’ only corner 3 in the first 39 minutes of the game, one in which the Boston Celtics completely outclassed the Mavs for a 107-89 victory. Boston turned the Mavs …

Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving Lead Dallas Mavericks to NBA Finals with Poise, Skill
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving Lead Dallas Mavericks to NBA Finals with Poise, Skill

News 18  

NBA scoring champion Luka Doncic and former NBA champion Kyrie Irving have led the Dallas Mavericks into the NBA Finals with a chance to upset the favored Boston Celtics. “He’s one of the smartest players in this league and one of the reasons we’re playing in the finals is his IQ and his willingness to step up on that stage …

Redemption-minded Celtics set to match up with opportunistic Mavericks in NBA Finals
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Redemption-minded Celtics set to match up with opportunistic Mavericks in NBA Finals

Associated Press  

BOSTON — As the Dallas Mavericks and Boston Celtics prepare to tip off the NBA Finals, the four biggest names in the series are looking at this moment through different lenses. “You think that you’re young, if you’ve been once, you’ll continue to keep going,” Tatum said. and go out there and try to get the job done.” Dallas’ Luka …

Mavericks can topple favored Celtics in NBA Finals if Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving shine together
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Mavericks can topple favored Celtics in NBA Finals if Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving shine together

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Luka Doncic scored 12 points in the first 3 1/2 minutes of the first quarter in the Dallas Mavericks’ clinching blowout of Minnesota in the Western Conference finals. Kyrie Irving scored nine points in the final 3 1/2 minutes of the first half, pushing the lead to 29 on the way to a gaping 36-point margin in the …

Kyrie Irving put distractions behind him, focused on leading Mavericks to NBA Finals
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Kyrie Irving put distractions behind him, focused on leading Mavericks to NBA Finals

LA Times  

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving holds the Western Conference Trophy after Game 5 of the Western Conference finals in the NBA basketball playoffs against the Minnesota Timberwolves. “I will say last time in Boston, I don’t think that was the best — not this regular season, but when we played in the playoffs and everyone saw me flip off the …

The reflective side of Kyrie Irving has been front and center in run to NBA Finals with Mavs
6 months, 2 weeks ago

The reflective side of Kyrie Irving has been front and center in run to NBA Finals with Mavs

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Kyrie Irving directed obscene gestures and profanity at a hostile crowd in Boston the last time the star Dallas guard saw the Celtics, one of his former teams, in the playoffs two years ago. “I will say last time in Boston, I don’t think that was the best — not this regular season, but when we played in …

Mavs extend GM Nico Harrison’s contract soon after doing the same with coach Jason Kidd
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Mavs extend GM Nico Harrison’s contract soon after doing the same with coach Jason Kidd

Associated Press  

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks have signed general manager Nico Harrison to a multi-year contract extension with the club headed to the NBA Finals for the first time in 13 years. Dallas extended Harrison’s contract just less than a month after doing the same with coach Jason Kidd. “Nico Harrison has demonstrated his leadership and capabilities in the Dallas Mavericks …

Kyrie Irving said late in the season that the Mavs were just getting started. He was right
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Kyrie Irving said late in the season that the Mavs were just getting started. He was right

Associated Press  

Kyrie Irving was not making a threat, nor was he boasting, nor was he saying anything that would be considered outlandish. It’s a matchup of the teams with the NBA’s two best records since Feb. 1; Boston has gone 39-9 in that span, Dallas 36-15. “It doesn’t happen a lot of times you go from the lottery to the finals,” …

After last year’s false start, Doncic-Irving duo in prime form to Mavericks move to Finals
6 months, 3 weeks ago

After last year’s false start, Doncic-Irving duo in prime form to Mavericks move to Finals

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving just needed some time together for the Dallas Mavericks to thrive around this formed-not-so-long-ago All-Star pairing. “Those two worked at it,” coach Jason Kidd said after the Mavericks beat Minnesota to finish the Western Conference finals in five games. “It just didn’t happen overnight.” From Doncic’s fearless 3-point shooting, crafty leaners in the …

The NBA Finals are set, with Boston set to face Dallas for the Larry O’Brien Trophy
6 months, 3 weeks ago

The NBA Finals are set, with Boston set to face Dallas for the Larry O’Brien Trophy

Associated Press  

Kyrie Irving returning to Boston. The matchup is now set: It’ll be Boston against Dallas for the Larry O’Brien Trophy, a series that starts on the Celtics’ home floor on June 6 — meaning everyone will be sitting around and waiting for about a week, a byproduct of the Celtics and Mavericks making short work of their respective conference finals. …

Mavericks defeat Timberwolves to set up NBA Finals showdown with Celtics
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Mavericks defeat Timberwolves to set up NBA Finals showdown with Celtics

LA Times  

Dallas guard Luka Doncic, right, celebrates during the first half of the Mavericks’ series-clinching win in Game 5 of the NBA Western Conference finals on Thursday night. Luka Doncic had a 20-point first quarter on his way to 36 points for his high this postseason, and the Dallas Mavericks beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 124-103 on Thursday night to breeze through …

Closers Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving have Mavs on verge of sweeping Wolves in West finals
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Closers Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving have Mavs on verge of sweeping Wolves in West finals

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Kyrie Irving screamed at the crowd, then turned and grabbed Luka Doncic in a bear hug after the play that clinched a 3-0 lead in the Western Conference finals for Dallas. “I feel like we’re both born for this, if you ask me,” Irving said after being told Doncic believed his running mate was born for clutch situations. …

Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving each score 33 points as Mavs beat Wolves for 3-0 lead in West finals
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving each score 33 points as Mavs beat Wolves for 3-0 lead in West finals

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Luka Doncic lunged for the ball after a steal by Anthony Edwards, knocking it far enough away to create a scramble and a jump ball the Dallas superstar won. Doncic and Kyrie Irving scored 33 points apiece and Dallas put together a decisive run in the final five minutes to beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 116-107 on Sunday night …

Kyrie Irving, Luka Dončić and the adaptable Mavericks devise yet another way to win
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Kyrie Irving, Luka Dončić and the adaptable Mavericks devise yet another way to win

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of the Mavericks vs. Timberwolves in Game 5 of the Western Conference finals DALLAS — Across the past few months, the Dallas Mavericks have figured out every way to win basketball games. “The rim protection wasn’t quite there for both.” But Dallas also knew it had figured out new ways to win, ones foreign to …

Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving power Mavericks to Game 3 win over Minnesota
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving power Mavericks to Game 3 win over Minnesota

LA Times  

Dallas guard Luka Doncic shoots over Minnesota forward Kyle Anderson during the second half of the Mavericks’ 116-107 win in Game 3 of the NBA Western Conference finals on Sunday night. Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving scored 33 points apiece and the Dallas Mavericks made all the big plays late again, beating the Minnesota Timberwolves 116-107 on Sunday night for …

Mavs have early control over Wolves in Western Conference finals with mature, savvy effort by Irving
7 months ago

Mavs have early control over Wolves in Western Conference finals with mature, savvy effort by Irving

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Kyrie Irving injected a burst of energy into the Dallas Mavericks to begin the Western Conference finals with a furious flurry of drives to the basket against the Minnesota Timberwolves. I’ve succeeded and I’ve also failed, so I look at this moment as an opportunity to help other guys really settle in and be aware of what comes …

The sequel has been much better for Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving as Mavs head to West finals
7 months ago

The sequel has been much better for Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving as Mavs head to West finals

Associated Press  

DALLAS — A smiling Luka Doncic pumped his fist as he settled in next to Kyrie Irving to answer questions about the Dallas Mavericks advancing to the Western Conference finals for the second time in three seasons. “I had to make an impromptu speech, and I was doing my best not to let some tears come down from my eyes …

P.J. Washington’s free throws finish rally as Mavericks beat Thunder 117-116 to reach West finals
7 months ago

P.J. Washington’s free throws finish rally as Mavericks beat Thunder 117-116 to reach West finals

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Kyrie Irving probably wondered if his uncanny run of closeout victories without a loss in his career was finally near an end. Washington Jr. made two free throws before an intentional miss with 2.5 seconds left as the Mavs rallied from 17 points down in the second half for a 117-116 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder to …

Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving carry Mavs past Clippers 114-101 to advance to second round
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving carry Mavs past Clippers 114-101 to advance to second round

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Luka Doncic struggled with his shot again thanks to his ailing right knee, and Kyrie Irving spent a bunch of energy playing defense. Doncic had 28 points and 13 assists, Irving scored 28 of his 30 points after halftime and the Mavericks finished off the Los Angeles Clippers with a 114-101 victory Friday night. With Irving alongside him …

Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving lead Mavs over Clippers 96-93 to tie series as Kawhi Leonard returns
8 months ago

Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving lead Mavs over Clippers 96-93 to tie series as Kawhi Leonard returns

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Led by Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving, the Dallas Mavericks bounced back to take away home-court advantage from the Los Angeles Clippers and newly returned and rusty Kawhi Leonard. “He’s going to find his rhythm and we’re going to find our rhythm around him.” Plagued by poor shooting and behind for much of the game, the Clippers …

Kyrie Irving is healthy and drama-free in Dallas as a playoff pairing with Luka Doncic dawns
8 months ago

Kyrie Irving is healthy and drama-free in Dallas as a playoff pairing with Luka Doncic dawns

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Kyrie Irving is healthy and publicly free of drama, self-inflicted or otherwise, heading into his first playoff game with co-star Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks. A late-season surge that coincided with Irving’s longest stretch of consecutive games since that title season pushed the Mavs to the 50-win mark, and fifth place in the Western Conference. Doncic led …

Mavs co-stars Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic are working on a better plot after last year’s flop
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Mavs co-stars Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic are working on a better plot after last year’s flop

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic draped their arms over each other in a pseudo-embrace, smiles of exhaustion on the faces of the co-stars of the Dallas Mavericks. The final seconds of a 147-136 overtime victory against Houston on Sunday were still ticking off, with Irving and Doncic having combined for 85 points as part of a 22-point rally …

Doncic scores 41 points, pairs with Irving to help Mavs beat Suns 123-113 for 7th straight victory
10 months ago

Doncic scores 41 points, pairs with Irving to help Mavs beat Suns 123-113 for 7th straight victory

Associated Press  

DALLAS — The longest winning streak of the season for the Dallas Mavericks coincides with a tie for the longest stretch of games together for the star pairing of Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving. Doncic scored 41 points, Irving had 29 and the Mavericks beat the Phoenix Suns 123-113 on Thursday night, extending their winning streak to seven in both …

Mavs bolster frontcourt in trades for Hornets’ P.J. Washington, Wizards’ Daniel Gafford
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Mavs bolster frontcourt in trades for Hornets’ P.J. Washington, Wizards’ Daniel Gafford

Associated Press  

The Dallas Mavericks made two moves to bolster their frontcourt just as star guards Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving are healthy and playing together again in a push for the playoffs. The Mavericks, who are getting two second-round picks in the Charlotte trade, acquired center Daniel Gafford from the Wizards for center Richaun Holmes and a first-round selection this year. …

Kyrie Irving scores 36 points in return to Brooklyn, leads Mavericks to 119-107 win over Nets
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Kyrie Irving scores 36 points in return to Brooklyn, leads Mavericks to 119-107 win over Nets

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Kyrie Irving was traded away a year ago, but he’s never fully left New York. Luka Doncic had 35 points, 18 rebounds and nine assists as the Mavericks’ guard tandem took turns hitting some deep 3-pointers in the second half when the Nets were trying to make a run. Mavericks coach Jason Kidd said Irving has been …

Luka Dončić’s sky hook, Mark Cuban’s unique sale and an eventful night for the Mavericks
1 year ago

Luka Dončić’s sky hook, Mark Cuban’s unique sale and an eventful night for the Mavericks

New York Times  

DALLAS — Luka Dončić beat the social media allegations and the shot clock with an improvised sky hook. 🏀 NBA In-Season Tournament on the NBA App 📱 https://t.co/YK9ZmfkUPb pic.twitter.com/svCxve36rm — NBA November 29, 2023 As Dončić said afterward, he shot it because he knew he was “going to make it.” He pointed out that he’s now 2-for-2 on hook shots …

NBA: Mavericks star Luka Doncic uncertain for season opener due to calf strain
1 year, 2 months ago

NBA: Mavericks star Luka Doncic uncertain for season opener due to calf strain

The Hindu  

Dallas Mavericks star point guard Luka Doncic will miss Friday’s preseason finale due to a left calf strain and his status is uncertain for the team’s October 25 season opener in San Antonio against the Spurs. Doncic injured the calf during a practice on October 9 in Madrid, Spain, during the team’s 12-day overseas trip. Mavericks coach Jason Kidd told …

Dwight Powell, Tim Hardaway Jr. and the Dallas Mavericks’ eternal lineup dilemma
1 year, 2 months ago

Dwight Powell, Tim Hardaway Jr. and the Dallas Mavericks’ eternal lineup dilemma

New York Times  

Luka Dončić’s longest-tenured teammates, Dwight Powell and Tim Hardaway Jr., both joined the Dallas Mavericks as afterthoughts. That will finally change this coming season, with only six players remaining from last year’s training camp roster representing just 44 percent of the minutes played before the team’s February trade for Kyrie Irving. That includes the team’s most productive three-man lineup from …

Doncic, Irving believe full season with Mavs will make encore better than debut that flopped
1 year, 2 months ago

Doncic, Irving believe full season with Mavs will make encore better than debut that flopped

Associated Press  

DALLAS — The first preseason together for Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving will include long flights overseas and a herky-jerky schedule with fewer games than usual for the Dallas Mavericks. The Mavs will play Minnesota twice in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, before an exhibition against Doncic’s former EuroLeague club, Real Madrid, in Spain.. No matter how the preseason unfolds, …

LeBron-Kyrie reunion with Mavs is ‘unrealistic’ and unlikely … but not impossible
1 year, 6 months ago

LeBron-Kyrie reunion with Mavs is ‘unrealistic’ and unlikely … but not impossible

New York Times  

The latest wrinkle in the Kyrie Irving–LeBron James reunion saga unfolded on Monday, with The Athletic’s Shams Charania reporting that Irving reached out to James to recruit him to join Irving in Dallas. But one team source indicated that James is not using Irving’s interest in playing with him as leverage to try to get the Lakers to trade for …

After season of misery, Mavericks face uncertain future: Can Dallas bring back Kyrie, keep Luka happy?
1 year, 7 months ago

After season of misery, Mavericks face uncertain future: Can Dallas bring back Kyrie, keep Luka happy?

New York Times  

On the night the Los Angeles Lakers advanced past the first round of the playoffs for the first time since their 2020 championship, Kyrie Irving arrived as a spectator. It’s the first step for what the franchise believes must be a meaningful overhaul, team sources say, to correct the many missteps that led to this season of misery, one that …

Mavs to sit Irving, 4 others in game with draft implications
1 year, 8 months ago

Mavs to sit Irving, 4 others in game with draft implications

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Dallas is sitting Kyrie Irving and four other regulars against Chicago in a game with draft implications and with the Mavericks facing postseason elimination if they lose. A day after that victory, Oklahoma City beat Utah, meaning the Mavs would have to win their last two while the Thunder would have to lose to Memphis for Dallas to …

NBA result: Mavs keep play-in hopes alive with 123-119 win over Kings
1 year, 8 months ago

NBA result: Mavs keep play-in hopes alive with 123-119 win over Kings

The Hindu  

Kyrie Irving had already sparked a rally to put the Dallas Mavericks in front when he hit a gravity-defying shot that helped seal a victory to keep their postseason hopes alive. Irving capped a 19-point fourth quarter with a high-arching 3-pointer to finish with 31 points, and Dallas stayed in the race for the final play-in spot in the Western …

NBA preview: Wins becoming more crucial for slumping Mavs, Heat
1 year, 8 months ago

NBA preview: Wins becoming more crucial for slumping Mavs, Heat

The Hindu  

The Miami Heat welcome the Dallas Mavericks to town on Saturday with both teams looking to snap recent cold spells that have impacted their postseason aspirations. The defeat dropped Miami to 1 1/2 games behind Brooklyn for the Eastern Conference’s sixth and final guaranteed playoff berth, with the Nets set to play the eighth-place Atlanta Hawks on Friday night. Scoring …

Reeling Dallas Mavericks has ‘no time for excuses’, says Kyrie Irving
1 year, 8 months ago

Reeling Dallas Mavericks has ‘no time for excuses’, says Kyrie Irving

The Hindu  

The Dallas Mavericks’ chances of returning to the NBA Western Conference finals look slimmer every day, and recently acquired superstar Kyrie Irving says he and Luka Doncic can’t carry it there alone. Coach Jason Kidd blasted his team’s first-quarter effort as “awful” and suggested the home crowd boos heard in the third quarter should have come earlier. “It was just …

NBA: Memphis Grizzlies takes on Dallas Mavericks; Morant, Doncic to miss
1 year, 9 months ago

NBA: Memphis Grizzlies takes on Dallas Mavericks; Morant, Doncic to miss

The Hindu  

Memphis Grizzlies slowly is adjusting to playing without the face of the franchise - Ja Morant, having done so for its last three games with at least three more games ahead without him. Dallas has dropped seven of its last 10 games heading into its series against Memphis, which snapped a three-game skid Thursday with a 131-110 victory over Golden …

NBA: Kyrie Irving, Dallas Mavericks visit plummeting New Orleans Pelicans
1 year, 9 months ago

NBA: Kyrie Irving, Dallas Mavericks visit plummeting New Orleans Pelicans

The Hindu  

The Dallas Mavericks didn’t take full advantage of its recent homestand. The New Orleans Pelicans desperately needs to take advantage of its four-game homestand that begins Wednesday night against the Mavericks. “Just seeing where guys’ legs are, seeing where they are mentally, just seeing how many teams stick to their game plan.” The Pelicans have lost six of their last …

NBA result: Irving’s late run helps push Mavericks past Jazz 120-116
1 year, 9 months ago

NBA result: Irving’s late run helps push Mavericks past Jazz 120-116

The Hindu  

Kyrie Irving hit a clutch 3-pointer and scored 17 of his 33 points in the fourth quarter, and Luka Doncic added 29 points and 10 rebounds as the Dallas Mavericks beat the short-handed Utah Jazz 120-116 Tuesday night. “I wanted to hit the back rim.” Irving’s 3-pointer from the right side gave Dallas a 112-108 lead with 2:33 to play …

NBA: Irving senses Dallas Maverick’s urgency in new star pairing with Doncic
1 year, 9 months ago

NBA: Irving senses Dallas Maverick’s urgency in new star pairing with Doncic

The Hindu  

Kyrie Irving senses the stress of trying to figure things out with Luka Doncic and the rest of his new Dallas teammates as the Mavericks jostle for playoff positioning in the tightly packed Western Conference. It puts a glaring eye on what we’re doing right and what we’re doing wrong.” Since the Mavs led 48-21 in the second quarter against …

NBA: Retooled Lakers, Mavericks to square off
1 year, 9 months ago

NBA: Retooled Lakers, Mavericks to square off

The Hindu  

A pair of teams optimistic for the road ahead will meet Sunday afternoon when the Los Angeles Lakers visits the Dallas Mavericks. Both rosters were retooled this month, with the Mavericks trading for Kyrie Irving and the Lakers adding a variety of players, including Malik Beasley, D’Angelo Russell, Jarred Vanderbilt and Mo Bamba. Doncic and Irving finally broke through together …

NBA result: Irving’s 26-point 4th not enough as Mavs fall to T-wolves
1 year, 10 months ago

NBA result: Irving’s 26-point 4th not enough as Mavs fall to T-wolves

The Hindu  

Kyrie Irving scored 26 of his 36 points in the fourth quarter in his home debut for Dallas as he tried to rally the Mavericks from a 26-point deficit, but the Minnesota Timberwolves held on for a 124-121 victory on Monday night. First-time All-Star guard Anthony Edwards scored 32 points, and Rudy Gobert had 21 points and 14 rebounds for …

The good, the bad and the improving of the Kyrie-Luka Mavericks so far
1 year, 10 months ago

The good, the bad and the improving of the Kyrie-Luka Mavericks so far

New York Times  

The Dallas Mavericks haven’t won since Luka Dončić and Kyrie Irving joined forces, which can only mean one of two things. The team still isn’t set up to stomach the absences of either Dončić or Irving, but Josh Green has provided more secondary creation — averaging 32.8 minutes and 13.4 points since returning from an elbow sprain — and deserves …

NBA: Kyrie Irving scores 25 as Mavericks roll over Kings
1 year, 10 months ago

NBA: Kyrie Irving scores 25 as Mavericks roll over Kings

The Hindu  

Despite the absence of Luka Doncic, the Dallas Mavericks exploded for 45 points in the first quarter and remained unbeaten in the Kyrie Irving era with a 122-114 victory over the host Sacramento Kings on Friday night. Playing his second game for Dallas since a trade from Brooklyn last week, Irving paced the Mavericks with 25 points while also contributing …

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