Kyrie Irving's future with Mavericks uncertain after changes in coaching staff
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 8:43 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
The Dallas Mavericks are undergoing significant changes, including the recent departure of head coach Jason Kidd. Kyrie Irving, now the last veteran from the previous roster, may not fit the new direction centered around young player Cooper Flagg. New head coach Dusty May, known for developing young talent, raises questions about Irving's role moving forward. Despite efforts to maintain both veteran presence and youth, reports suggest other NBA teams, including the Minnesota Timberwolves, are exploring interest in Irving as his time in Dallas appears increasingly tenuous.
- •Jason Kidd's exit from the Mavericks leaves Kyrie Irving without a key connection to the franchise.
- •Dusty May was hired to lead a youth movement, indicating a shift in team strategy.
- •Irving has a $39.5 million contract this year and a $42.4 million option next year.
- •Interest in Irving is reported from several teams, with the Timberwolves as a potential destination.
- 8:43 PMYahoo Sports — Kyrie Irving's relationship with Kidd is gone, and Dusty May could push him out the door
"With Jason Kidd gone and a youth movement underway around Cooper Flagg, Kyrie Irving no longer fits the Mavericks' future.
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