The Dallas Mavericks announced today that star guard Kyrie Irving has undergone successful surgery to repair a torn left ACL. The procedure was performed by Dr. Riley J. Williams MD, Chief of Sports Medicine at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City.
The Mavericks have not yet provided a timeline for Irving’s recovery, stating that further medical updates will be shared when appropriate.
Irving’s Strong 2024-25 Season Cut Short
Before his injury, Kyrie Irving was having yet another elite season, proving to be a key piece for the Mavericks’ playoff push.
📊 2024-25 Season Stats (50 Games):
🔹 24.7 PPG
🔹 4.8 RPG
🔹 4.6 APG
🔹 1.3 SPG
🔹 47.3 FG%
🔹 40.1 3P%
Irving was one of the most efficient guards in the league, shooting over 47% from the field and an impressive 40.1% from beyond the arc while playing 36.1 minutes per game.
His ability to create offense, handle the ball at an elite level, and hit clutch shots has been crucial for Dallas this season.
What This Means for the Mavericks
With Irving sidelined, the Mavericks will now have to rely even more on Luka Dončić as they continue their playoff push.
Expect players like:
✔ Jaden Hardy
✔ Tim Hardaway Jr.
✔ Dante Exum
…to step up and fill the void left by Irving’s absence.
Dallas currently sits in the middle of the Western Conference standings, and losing a player of Irving’s caliber could have major implications heading into the postseason.
Will Kyrie Be Ready for Next Season?
While the exact recovery timeline is unclear, a torn ACL typically requires 9-12 months of rehab, meaning Irving could miss the start of the 2025-26 season.
At 32 years old, he will need to fully recover before returning to the court, as the Mavericks cannot afford to rush him back and risk further injury.
Final Thoughts
The Mavericks’ hopes to redeem themselves after the Luka trade are significantly lower with Irving out, but if Anthony Davis can carry the team and others step up, Dallas could still make a deep playoff run.
The biggest question now: How will Dallas adjust without Irving, and can they stay competitive in a stacked Western Conference? 🤔
