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Kyrie Irving News / Hoops Wire / October 8

Kyrie Irving set to play this weekend for first time since March 2025

Kyrie Irving’s long wait is almost over. The Mavericks guard is expected to play in one of the team’s two preseason games against the Rockets in China this weekend, coach Dusty May said, via Marc Stein of The Stein Line⁠.

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NBA News / Dallas Sports Journal / October 7

Kyrie Irving Drops Heartfelt Response To Kevin Durant's Ultimate Praise

MACAO — Kyrie Irving and the Dallas Mavericks face Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets in the 2026 NBA China Games. Irving and Durant were teammates on the Brooklyn Nets.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 7

Kevin Durant Gets Message From Kyrie Irving Ahead of Rivalry Matchup

Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving started the decade as teammates on the Brooklyn Nets. After failing to make a deep run in the playoffs together, Durant and Irving decided to go their separate ways in February of 2023.

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Kyrie Irving News / Dallas Sports Journal / October 7

Kyrie Irving Gets Candid Before First Mavericks Game In 19 Months

MACAO — Kyrie Irving practiced with the Dallas Mavericks in Macao ahead of Friday’s preseason opener against the Houston Rockets at The Venetian Arena.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 7

Kyrie Irving shares heartfelt reaction to Kevin Durant’s desire for his 1 specific skill

The Dallas Mavericks and Houston Rockets are both in China right now preparing to play an international preseason game as the league tries to expand its reach.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / October 7

Kyrie Irving Responds To Kevin Durant’s Ultimate Praise For His Ball-Handling Skills

Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets are set to face Kyrie Irving and the Dallas Mavericks at the NBA exhibition game in Macao on October 9, later this week.

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Kyrie Irving News / Dallas Sports Journal / October 5

Kyrie Irving Cleared For NBA China Games; ANTA's 'Macao' Pack Drops Oct. 10

DALLAS — Nearly 19 months after tearing his left ACL, Kyrie Irving is cleared to play in the NBA China Games 2026 in Macao with no restrictions, ANTA shared with Dallas Sports Journal.

Kyrie Irving News / Stadium Rant / October 2

Kyrie Irving Mavericks Future: Promising Answer Reveals Crucial Dallas Question

Kyrie Irving Mavericks future remains uncertain, and the veteran guard gave the clearest indication yet that the decision involves more than his personal preference.

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NBA News / The Dream Shake / October 2

Rockets must not overpay for Kyrie Irving

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NBA News / Yardbarker / October 1

Rockets rumored Kyrie Irving trade interest turns season into fierce audition

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NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / October 1

Kyrie Irving is being linked to two teams in trade rumors

Kyrie Irving now appears to have multiple potential escape routes from the rebuilding Dallas Mavericks. Rival NBA executives are not convinced that Irving will finish out the 2026-27 season in Dallas, Bleacher Report’s Jake Fischer reported on Wednesday.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 30

NBA Insider Names Rockets as Potential Kyrie Irving Trade Partner

After missing the entirety of last season due to an ACL injury, Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving is gearing up for his return to the court. For the 2024-2025 season, Irving averaged 24.7 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 4.6 assists over 50 games.

NBA News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 30

Blockbuster Trade Idea Pairs Kyrie Irving With Giannis Antetokounmpo In Miami

MIAMI — The Miami Heat could have trade interest in Dallas Mavericks star guard Kyrie Irving, according to NBA insider Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / September 30

NBA Insider links Miami Heat and Kyrie Irving

Miami Heat training camp is underway, as they head into an exciting new era in their franchise's history, headlined by their newly acquired superstar, Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Miami Heat News / TWSN / September 30

Miami Heat Targeting Kyrie Irving?

It’s no secret, even after the Miami Heat acquired Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis in a blockbuster trade with the Milwaukee Bucks for Tyler Herro, Kasparas Jakucionis, Jaime Jaquez Jr., and Kel’el Ware, 3 first-round picks with one pick swap and a 2nd round pick.

Miami Heat News / Fadeaway World / September 29

Miami Heat Revealed As Potential Trade Destination For Kyrie Irving This Season

The Miami Heat have already undergone major changes recently, trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis while adding veterans like Tim Hardaway Jr.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / September 29

Kyrie Irving's History of Returning From Injuries Shows Mavericks He Can Still Be Elite

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving is back after an ACL injury in March of 2025. It has been a long, slow recovery for the 9-time All-Star, but he wanted to make sure he was 100% before returning.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / September 27

Mavericks Players, Coach Dusty May Ready to See Kyrie Irving Scare Other Teams

Kyrie Irving is back from injury and ready to return to the Dallas Mavericks, with head coach Dusty May saying he looks as 100% as it gets in training camp.

Dallas Mavericks News / HITC / September 27

Kyrie Irving’s ‘in love’ admission when asked about future with Dallas Mavericks amid trade rumours

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving has made a definitive statement to quash all rumours about him wanting to be traded away from the franchise. Irving arrived in February 2023 to a franchise in disarray, missing the Playoffs one season after a run to the Western Conference Finals.

Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / September 28