Overview
- Marc Stein reports the decision on any 2025–26 return will be made jointly with Dallas, with Irving having a strong say in the timing.
- Kyrie Irving told fans on a Twitch livestream that he will share an update after All-Star weekend and has emphasized returning only when he feels "150%" healthy.
- Grant Afseth of Dallas Hoops Journal reports Irving’s rehab has progressed to competitive one-on-one work with fluid movement and maintained explosiveness.
- Multiple outlets note he is expected to be physically able to play after the break, though the Mavericks have not set a timetable.
- Dallas is 19-35 after trading Anthony Davis to the Wizards, raising considerations about draft position as Jason Kidd reiterates no return date and no practice until after the break.