Kyrie Irving returns to Mavericks after ACL recovery ahead of new season
Yahoo Sports • 2 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 5:22 AM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Kyrie Irving is reported to be fully healthy and preparing for his return to the Dallas Mavericks after missing the entire 2025-26 season due to a torn ACL. NBA insider Shams Charania confirmed that Irving remains integral to the team's plans, which have included significant organizational changes with new leadership. Despite speculation about potential trades, the Mavericks have consistently stated their commitment to keeping Irving. His return is expected to bolster the Mavericks' offense and aid in the development of rookie Cooper Flagg, who will take on a secondary playmaking role.
- •Kyrie Irving missed the entire 2025-26 season due to a torn ACL injury.
- •Shams Charania confirmed Irving is fully recovered and crucial to Mavericks' plans.
- •Dallas has undergone significant changes, hiring a new coach and front office.
- •The Mavericks have declined trade inquiries for Irving throughout the offseason.
- •Irving's return is expected to facilitate the development of rookie Cooper Flagg.
- 11:09 PMYahoo Sports — Dallas Mavericks Receive Good News About Kyrie Irving Injury Ahead Of Training Camp
- 1:42 PMYahoo Sports — Dallas Mavericks handed massive boost ahead of 2026-27 NBA season as Kyrie Irving completes recovery
- 11:47 AMYahoo Sports — Kyrie Irving update is exactly what Mavericks fans wanted to hear
- 5:22 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Fully Entrenched in the Mavericks’ Plans’ — NBA Insider Drops Major Kyrie Irving Injury Update After 9-Time All-Star’s Lost Season
"Kyrie Irving delivered some massive good news for the Dallas Mavericks about his injury that kept him off the court for more than one year. According to ESPN’s resident NBA insider Shams Charania, Irving is now 100 percent recovered from a left knee ACL tear and is fully healthy heading into the 2026-2027 NBA campaign. […] The post Dallas Mavericks Receive Good News About Kyrie Irving Injury Ahead Of Training Camp appeared first on HEAVY.
"The Dallas Mavericks have lost a lot of star power over the last two years, but the return of Kyrie Irving will make things much better for the team. Irving suffered an ACL tear in February of 2025, just weeks after Luka Doncic had been traded to the Los Angeles Lakers.
"Kyrie Irving’s long road back to basketball action appears to be over. After missing the entire 2025-26 season while recovering from a torn ACL, the Dallas Mavericks star is reportedly fully healthy and preparing for his return.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 28, 2026, 11:09 PMDallas Mavericks Receive Good News About Kyrie Irving Injury Ahead Of Training Camp
Kyrie Irving delivered some massive good news for the Dallas Mavericks about his injury that kept him off the court for more than one year. According to ESPN’s resident NBA insider Shams Charania, Irving is now 100 percent recovered from a left knee ACL tear and is fully healthy heading into the 2026-2027 NBA campaign. […] The post Dallas Mavericks Receive Good News About Kyrie Irving Injury Ahead Of Training Camp appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsJul 28, 2026, 1:42 PMDallas Mavericks handed massive boost ahead of 2026-27 NBA season as Kyrie Irving completes recovery
The Dallas Mavericks have lost a lot of star power over the last two years, but the return of Kyrie Irving will make things much better for the team. Irving suffered an ACL tear in February of 2025, just weeks after Luka Doncic had been traded to the Los Angeles Lakers.
- Yahoo SportsJul 28, 2026, 11:47 AMKyrie Irving update is exactly what Mavericks fans wanted to hear
Reportedly, Kyrie Irving is fully recovered from his ACL injury and already working closely with the Mavericks' new leadership.
- Yahoo SportsJul 28, 2026, 5:22 AM‘Fully Entrenched in the Mavericks’ Plans’ — NBA Insider Drops Major Kyrie Irving Injury Update After 9-Time All-Star’s Lost Season
Kyrie Irving’s long road back to basketball action appears to be over. After missing the entire 2025-26 season while recovering from a torn ACL, the Dallas Mavericks star is reportedly fully healthy and preparing for his return.
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