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Cooper Flagg disagrees with Kyrie Irving’s opinion of his Summer League debut for the Mavericks

Kyrie Irving shared his opinion on his Dallas Mavericks teammate Cooper Flagg’s NBA Summer League debut, but Flagg did not agree. Cooper Flagg was seen for the first time on court in a Mavericks uniform in a highly anticipated clash against Bronny James and the Los Angeles Lakers.

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Kyrie Irving reacts to Cooper Flagg's Summer League debut for Mavericks vs. Lakers

The Dallas Mavericks had their first Summer League game on Thursday night, meaning Cooper Flagg had his first official NBA moment in a Mavs uniform. He didn't have the greatest game scoring the ball, having 10 points on a shockingly poor 5/21 shooting, but he impacted the game in other ways with his playmaking, defense, and transition game.

Kyrie Irving News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 10

Mavericks’ Kyrie Irving couldn’t stay silent after Cooper Flagg’s Summer League debut

Kyrie Irving had nothing but positive things to say about Cooper Flagg and the Dallas Mavericks’ 87-85 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday night.

Dallas Mavericks News / CBSSports.com / July 10

Mavericks' D'Angelo Russell excited to play with chip on shoulder as Kyrie Irving's fill-in next season

Russell will help fill the Irving-sized hole in Dallas' backcourt in 2025-26

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Dallas Mavericks praised for underrated signing

The Dallas Mavericks are bringing back point guard Dante Exum on a one-year deal, where he is expected to fill in for the injured Kyrie Irving while he recovers from his torn ACL.

Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / July 8

Kyrie Irving’s new Mavericks contract contains one interesting provision

The Dallas Mavericks are apparently trying to do right by Kyrie Irving as he recovers from his ACL tear.

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Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Hoops Journal / July 8

New Details Emerge on Kyrie Irving’s Contract With Dallas Mavericks

According to NBA insider Marc Stein of The Stein Line, Kyrie Irving‘s new three-year deal with the Dallas Mavericks officially totals $118.5 million. Irving has a player option for Year 3, plus a 15% trade kicker and an advance payment provision for half of each season’s salary by October 1.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / July 8

Mavericks receive promising grade for free agency

The Dallas Mavericks are a team that hasn't been quiet at the start of free agency. They found a way to keep Kyrie Irving while finding depth for him while he nurses his knee injury that should keep him out for a few months into the 2025-26 season.

Sparks Star Shouts Out Kyrie Irving for Showing Up With His Daughter to Cheer On Paige Bueckers

Celebrities came out in full force for the recent showdown between the Dallas Wings and the Indiana Fever at American Airlines Center, with notable names like Cooper Flagg, Micah Parsons, Cade Cunningham, and Kyrie Irving in attendance.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Hoops Journal / July 7

'Don’t Hold Your Breath on That': Resurfaced Kyrie Irving Comment Sparks Unwarranted Panic Over Injury Return Timeline

Kyrie Irving has made it clear that he’s in no rush. But the internet, predictably, didn’t listen. An old comment by the Dallas Mavericks guard during

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / July 7

Mavericks still a middling team with Cooper Flagg addition

The Dallas Mavericks are building a new era with Cooper Flagg leading the way. The Mavs hope Flagg can take the team back to the playoffs as early as next season.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / July 7

Key NBA Champion named Mavericks' best free-agent signing

2025 Free agency has mostly come and gone for the Dallas Mavericks. They didn't have a lot of space to do much, but they re-signed Kyrie Irving to lower his cap hit for this season, re-signed Dante Exum on a one-year deal, and signed D'Angelo Russell to be the stop-gap until Irving returns from his ACL injury.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Hoops Journal / July 7

D’Angelo Russell Officially Signs Contract With Dallas Mavericks

The Dallas Mavericks officially announced Wednesday that they have signed guard D’Angelo Russell. Per team policy, the terms of the deal were not disclosed, but league sources previously told DallasHoopsJournal.com that Russell agreed to a two-year contract worth nearly $11.7 million, including a player option for the 2026–27 season.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Hoops Journal / July 7

Dallas Mavericks Announce Kyrie Irving Officially Signs New Contract

The Dallas Mavericks announced Sunday that they have re-signed nine-time All-Star Kyrie Irving, officially locking in the veteran guard on a new long-term deal.

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Dallas Mavericks make announcement on new free agent signing

The Dallas Mavericks only had one goal when they entered free agency: sign a point guard. Kyrie Irving is expected to be out until at least January or February with a torn ACL, and the only guards on the roster previously were Jaden Hardy and Brandon Williams.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / July 6

Mavericks make major announcement on star Kyrie Irving

Kyrie Irving was one of the lone bright spots last season during a tumultuous Mavericks campaign, and even he suffered a devastating, season-ending ACL injury on March 3 against the Sacramento Kings that put the final nail in the coffin for Dallas in 2024-25.

Dallas Mavericks News / Athlon Sports / July 6

Mavs' Kyrie Irving Speaks Out on 'Beautiful Struggle' Injury Return Timeline

Dallas Mavericks point guard Kyrie Irving went down with torn ACL in March, which more or less ended the Mavs' hopes of contending at the end of a haunting season scarred by the mid-season trade of superstar Luka Doncic.

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Mavericks’ Kyrie Irving Doesn’t Know If He’ll Be Back For 2026 NBA Playoffs

Dallas Mavericks point guard Kyrie Irving tore his left ACL last season against the Sacramento Kings. The one-time NBA champion has been rehabbing his

Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / July 6

Kyrie Irving answers whether he will return for playoffs

Kyrie Irving still has a long road to recovery after he suffered a torn ACL in March, and the Dallas Mavericks star does not want to place a firm timeline on his potential return.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 6

Mavericks’ Kyrie Irving sends warning about injury return

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving has never been one to hold back on his opinions or assessments. The Duke product certainly upheld this standard when speaking about his injury status on a recent YouTube livestream, warning about an early return next season after he recently agreed to a new contract extension.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / July 5

Kyrie Irving drops ‘generational’ praise on former Washington Wizards star, claims it will never be repeated

Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving gives former Washington Wizards star his flowers. Kyrie Irving is currently recovering after tearing his ACL during the 2024-25 NBA season.

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Luka Dončić Jokes with Kyrie Irving on Instagram, Rekindling Bond After Dallas Mavericks Split

Former Dallas Mavericks teammates Luka Dončić and Kyrie Irving shared a lighthearted moment on social media Friday, offering a glimpse into their continued friendship months after Dončić was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers.

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Mavericks are perfectly equipped to rival the Thunder

Just five months removed from trading away Luka Doncic, one of the most transcendent talents in NBA history, the Dallas Mavericks suddenly appear primed for a title hunt in Dallas again.

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'You Might Laugh': Despite Public Outcry, Tracy McGrady Vehemently Defends His Viral Kyrie Irving Comparison With Jamaal Tinsley

Jamaal Tinsley last played in the NBA during the 2013–14 season, but his prime came in the 2000s. Without an All-Star nod to his name, though, his solid career has largely flown under the radar for many modern fans.

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