Kyrie Irving embraces Thunder-Mavericks rivalry

'It's Personal'... Kyrie Irving Airs Out on Budding Mavericks-Thunder Rivalry
A lot of this stems back to the 2024 playoffs when Dallas beat the top-seeded Thunder in the second round in six games, but this is becoming one of the best rivalries in the NBA, and Kyrie Irving had an up-close view of all of it.
With Kyrie Irving back, the Mavericks scratch out a gritty win against the Thunder
That decision forced the Thunder to stick close to the Mavericks' role players throughout the first quarter. Once Washington scored the first five points, Irving asserted himself and drained a 3-pointer before finishing at the basket with a finger roll to give the Mavericks an early 10-0 lead.
Kyrie Irving Moves Past Kobe Bryant On Coveted List In Fewer Games After Mavericks’ Win Against Thunder
Kyrie Irving has surpassed Kobe Bryant on a prestigious list in fewer games after the Mavericks' victory over the Thunder
Mavericks Star Kyrie Irving to Miss Extended Time Due to Significant New Injury
The Dallas Mavericks will be without star guard Kyrie Irving for the next few weeks. Irving suffered a bulging disc in his back and will miss at least one to two weeks. However, there is optimism that he will be able to return after undergoing treatment. NBA insider Shams Charania of ESPN reported the news.
Dallas Mavericks to face New Orleans Pelicans on KFAA, potentially without Kyrie Irving
The Mavericks will likely be without Kyrie Irving, who initially had planned to play in back-to-back games on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Mavericks' Kyrie Irving aims to avoid ‘surgery’ with back injury management
Kyrie Irving may have returned to the court Friday to help the Dallas Mavericks defeat top-seeded Oklahoma City, but his ongoing back injury will require rest in some instances. Wednesday’s controversial loss to the New Orleans Pelicans was an example of Irving’s latest injury management because of a bulging disc in his back.
Mavericks dodge major bullet with Kyrie Irving after initial scary concerns
After their Friday night victory over the OKC Thunder, the Dallas Mavericks appear to have dodged a massive bullet given Kyrie Irving's post-game testimony.
LeBron James, Lakers Ripped By NBA Fans for Loss vs. Mavs with Luka Dončić, Kyrie Out
Even with no Luka Dončić and Kyrie Irving, the Dallas Mavericks had no issues with the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday. With ...
Kyrie Irving to miss time due to bulging disc in his back
Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving has a bulging disc in his back and is expected to miss at least 1 to 2 weeks, sources tell ...
Mavericks' P.J. Washington: Hits for 22 in Tuesday's win
Washington ended Tuesday's 118-97 victory over the Lakers with 22 points (9-14 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), eight rebounds and one steal over 39 minutes. With both Luka Doncic (calf) and Kyrie Irving (back) ...
Sources: Mavericks' Kyrie Irving (back) out at least 1-2 weeks
Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving has a bulging disk in his back and is expected ... The Mavs, who also dealt with ...
Mavericks snap five-game skid, pick up badly needed win over Lakers without Doncic, Irving
The shorthanded Mavericks flexed their depth behind big performances from Quentin Grimes, P.J. Washington and Spencer ...
Jamal Murray Spoils Kyrie Irving's Return, Nuggets Destroy Mavericks, 118-99
Jan 12, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27) brings the ball up court against the Dallas ...
Irving, Mavericks to host Avdija and the Trail Blazers
Dallas and Portland will square off in a matchup of Western Conference foes. The teams square off Thursday for the first time ...
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NBA/NHL roundup: Zion Williamson has 24 points and 14 rebounds to power the Pelicans past the Jazz, 136-123
Zion Williamson highlighted a 24-point, 14-rebound performance with an array of thunderous dunks during a dominant fourth-quarter stint, and the New Orleans Pelicans beat the Utah Jazz 136-123 on ...