Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving is preparing to return for the 2026–27 NBA season, with recent workout footage confirming he is active on the court.
Irving has been rehabbing an ACL injury that sidelined him for 19 months. His targeted return is October.
He is locked into a three-year extension with Dallas. Before the injury, he averaged 24.7 points, 4.6 assists and 4.8 rebounds per game.
Offseason footage showed Irving working through drills and participating at the NBPA Top 100 Camp, demonstrating his recovery.
The Mavericks have dismissed trade talk involving Irving and are focused on integrating him back into the lineup. Dallas leadership is mapping out his role for the upcoming season, and his work with the team's new leadership has continued throughout his recovery.
