Dallas Mavericks standout Kyrie Irving had been grappling with a groin injury. Following a 14-minute appearance in the first preseason game in Abu Dhabi, he missed the subsequent two games due to persistent groin soreness.
Nevertheless, there’s some optimistic news on Irving’s condition from Dallas head coach Jason Kidd. The star guard fully engaged in a recent practice session, with Kidd mentioning that they’ll evaluate his progress on a daily basis.
During the interview, Kidd also touched on the severity of Luka Doncic’s calf injury and its impact on him as they approach the season opener slated for Wednesday, October 25.
Mavericks coach Jason Kidd shares encouraging injury update for their star guard. Although Doncic is currently dealing with an injury, the return of Irving to practice is a positive development.
It appears increasingly likely that Irving could participate in the Mavericks’ final preseason game against the Detroit Pistons on Friday.
If he is held out, it’s probably a precautionary measure in readiness for the start of the regular season. Having both Doncic and Irving in good health will be pivotal for their upcoming season.
In the previous season, the dynamic duo featured in only 16 out of 27 games, raising concerns among many analysts. Despite their strong pursuit of Irving, there is still skepticism about the Mavericks’ playoff prospects.
These skeptics may have valid reasons for their doubts, as Irving typically plays in around 56 games per season, not solely due to injuries but also due to off-court issues.
Nonetheless, Irving remains a basketball superstar and has consistently displayed his ability to excel at the highest level. He boasts an impressive resume as an 8-time NBA All-Star and an NBA Champion. Regardless of the context, he has consistently thrived.
Dallas’s best hope is that both All-Stars will share the court on opening night. Stay tuned as we will continue to provide updates on Kyrie Irving, Luka Doncic, and the rest of the Mavericks’ roster.
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