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Kyrie Irving Seen Ahead of ACL Schedule, Eyes Late-January Return Window

Dallas will decide with Irving whether to activate him this season based on the team’s trajectory.

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - JANUARY 23: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Dallas Mavericks handles the ball in front of Jalen Williams #8 of the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Paycom Center on January 23, 2025 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Joshua Gateley/Getty Images)
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Kyrie Irving #11 of the Dallas Mavericks stands for a photo during Dallas Mavericks media day at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas.
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Overview

  • ESPN’s Marc J. Spears reports Irving is working out with the purpose of playing this season, with an optimistic target around late January or the All-Star break.
  • Someone close to Irving told Spears that if it were the playoffs, he could play right now, signaling significant progress in his rehab.
  • Spears says a joint decision by Irving, his camp and the Mavericks will determine if he returns this season once he’s near readiness.
  • The Mavericks are 4-11 as Anthony Davis remains out with a calf strain for at least another week, a context that could shape the return choice.
  • No formal medical clearance or firm date has been set, though coach Jason Kidd said injured players are trending well and he hopes to see Irving back.