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Kyrie Irving shines as Dallas Mavericks resist Miami Heat trade interest

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 3, 2026, 1:47 PM

Last updated Nov 3, 2026

Kyrie Irving shines as Dallas Mavericks resist Miami Heat trade interest

Summary

Kyrie Irving had a standout performance for the Dallas Mavericks against the Houston Rockets, scoring 35 points and adding nine assists. His recent play has revived trade rumors linking him to the Miami Heat, who continue to struggle after a disappointing start to the season. Despite Miami's need for help to shore up their roster, Mavericks officials reportedly maintain that Irving is not available for trade. Complications arise from Irving's substantial salary and Miami's already tight budget, making a potential trade challenging.

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Status Watch

•Irving scored 35 points in the Mavericks' recent game.
•Miami Heat lost to the LA Lakers, 138-117.
•Mavericks insist Irving is not available for trade.
•Heat seek to address strategic weaknesses in their early season performance.
•Irving's high salary complicates potential trade discussions.

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1:47 PMYahoo Sports — Kyrie Irving Might Be Miami Heat’s Last Hope Despite Mavericks’ Resistance

What they're saying

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With November beginning, multiple things within the NBA have fallen into place. Players who were struggling when the season began have now established their footing and found their rhythm. And a brilliant example of this is Kyrie Irving. During the Mavericks' recent game against the Houston Rockets, he not only delivered his best performance of …
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