There is now a cloud over the head of Kyrie Irving and his future in Dallas. A part of it is an age gap with Cooper Flagg, who is still nineteen years old.

Irving sustained a torn left anterior cruciate ligament on March 3, 2025, during the first quarter of a Mavericks game against the Sacramento Kings. The injury occurred when he stepped on Jonas Valančiūnas’ foot while driving to the basket, causing his knee to hyperextend. He later underwent reconstruction surgery on March 26, 2025.

Nets star Michael Porter Jr. revealed a description about Kyrie Irving's form after ACL rehab that will hype up Mavericks fans.

Michael Jordan is widely regarded as one of, if not the, greatest players ever. More than two decades after he retired, Jordan is still being compared to the players of today. According to former NBA player Jeff Teague,

Klay is one of the most iconic players to ever suit up in the NBA. A four-time battle tested World Champion who will fit perfectly into his role as an all-around player at both