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Kyrie Irving returns to help Mavericks in preseason game against Rockets

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 1:53 AM

Last updated Oct 13, 2026

Kyrie Irving returns to help Mavericks in preseason game against Rockets

Summary

Kyrie Irving made his return to the Dallas Mavericks on October 11, scoring 17 points in 22 minutes during a preseason game against the Houston Rockets in China. His performance contributed to a 132-115 victory for the Mavericks. As Irving plays alongside 19-year-old Cooper Flagg, trade discussions about Irving's future with the team persist, complicating the dynamics of their partnership. Although Irving's presence aids in Flagg's development, uncertainty continues regarding whether the Mavericks will entertain trade offers for Irving.

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•Kyrie Irving scores 17 points in his first game back with Dallas.
•Mavericks defeat the Rockets 132-115 in a preseason matchup.
•Trade discussions about Irving continue despite his on-court contributions.
•Cooper Flagg benefits from Irving's experience as they play together.
•Dallas must balance Irving's trade value against his role in developing Flagg.

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1:53 AMYahoo Sports — Kyrie Irving trade talk overlooks what he’s already giving Cooper Flagg

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Kyrie Irving’s return gave Dallas its first opportunity to watch him compete alongside Cooper Flagg. The trade conversation already threatens to make that beginning sound temporary. That is the tension surrounding Dallas right now. Irving returned after a 19-month absence, scored 17 points against Houston in China, and helped the Mavericks win […] The post Kyrie Irving trade talk overlooks what he’s already giving Cooper Flagg appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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