Kyrie Irving returns from 5-game absence

Kyrie Irving discusses his back injury, prognosis: ‘Just gotta be smart and manage it’
Mavericks star Kyrie Irving discusses his bulging back disc, saying he is thankful it won't require surgery, for now.
Mavericks’ Kyrie Irving returns in loss vs. Nuggets after 5-game absence due to back injury
The 32-year-old doesn’t anticipate he’ll need surgery. He said he will “most likely” be available to play Wednesday in New Orleans.
Kyrie Irving returns from 5-game absence; Dereck Lively II exits with ankle injury
Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving, who has been sidelined since Jan. 1 with a back injury, returned to action for Tuesday’s game against the Denver Nuggets. Kyrie Irving (lumbar back sprain) will be AVAILABLE tonight against the Denver Nuggets.
Jamal Murray Spoils Kyrie Irving's Return, Nuggets Destroy Mavericks, 118-99
Jan 12, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27) brings the ball up court against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images / Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
Just in time: Return of steady Kyrie Irving can keep Mavericks afloat for daunting stretch
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,
Is Mavericks' Kyrie Irving playing vs. Nuggets? Latest injury update
Kyrie Irving received his injury status for the Mavericks' game on Tuesday night against the Nuggets in Dallas.
Kyrie Irving Upgraded On Injury Report for Mavericks-Nuggets
The Dallas Mavericks are playing a second straight game against the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday night after falling 112-101 at home on Sunday. They could be getting a major boost to the lineup for this game, though, as Kyrie Irving is nearing a return.
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 Irving is set to return to the lineup Tuesday night against the Denver Nuggets. Jason Kidd said pregame that Irving would return to the floor vs. Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets.
Mavericks' Kyrie Irving: Struggles in return
Struggles in return
Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving out due to bulging disk in his back, no timeline for return
Dallas guard Kyrie Irving is expected to miss one to two weeks with a bulging disk in his back, and Mavericks coach Jason Kidd said a timeline for his return was not immediately known.
Kyrie Irving struggles in Mavs return, confirms bulging disk
Mavs star Kyrie Irving confirmed after Tuesday night's loss that he was diagnosed with a bulging disk in his lower back and ...
Mavericks' Kyrie Irving's Anta shoe explode in demand as he signs 3 athletes
Nike cut him loose, but Kyrie Irving landed on his feet with Anta. Now, the shoes are seeing a surge in demand.