Kyrie Irving nears return from ACL injury, Dereck Lively gains height
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 11:56 AM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
Kyrie Irving is close to returning from an ACL injury that sidelined him for all of last season. He will team up with Cooper Flagg and Dereck Lively, who is reportedly recovering well and believes he has grown to 7-3. Irving demonstrated commendable mobility during a recent workout with Michael Porter Jr., suggesting he is ready for the court soon. The Mavericks are expected to benefit from these key players as they approach the upcoming season.
- •Kyrie Irving missed last season due to an ACL injury
- •Michael Porter Jr. praised Irving's recovery progress
- •Dereck Lively believes he has grown to 7-3
- •Mavericks anticipate key contributions from Irving and Lively
- •Both players are working towards being ready for training camp
- 11:56 AMYahoo Sports — Kyrie Irving Almost Back From ACL & Dereck Lively Reaches New Heights
"The Mavericks are about to get a couple of big boosts.
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