Last season, the Dallas Mavericks entered the year with high hopes after trading for Anthony Davis to form a dynamic duo with Kyrie Irving. The team expected the pairing to elevate them into serious contention in the Western Conference.

One of the more unfortunate incidents from last year’s NBA season was top superstar Kyrie Irving tearing his ACL in a game against the Kings. The incident effectively ended the Dallas Mavericks‘ chances of making the playoffs,

Jul 10, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg (32) is fouled by Los Angeles Lakers forward Cole Swider (41) in the first quarter of their game at Thomas & Mack Center. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-Imagn Images / Candice Ward-Imagn Images

The Dallas Mavericks have been outwardly optimistic about the potential for Kyrie Irving to return to action on the early side of the typical recovery timeline that comes with an ACL tear. The veteran point guard,

The Mavericks officially announced the veteran guard’s re-signing Sunday afternoon. The team did not disclose the terms of Irving’s new deal. The Dallas Mavericks announced today that they have re-signed nine-time All-Star Kyrie Irving. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed.

According to NBA insider Marc Stein, Irving's deal will include a 15 percent trade kicker, a player option and advance payments. Irving previously declined his $43 million player option with the Mavericks for the 2025-26 season to agree to the new three-year deal, per ESPN's Shams Charania.

The Dallas Mavericks will be without Kyrie Irving at the start of the season, and Cooper Flagg may be tasked with stepping into a special role to replace him.

The Mavericks' roster for 2025 opening night appears to be set. But are they confident in their PG situation amid Kyrie Irving's injury?