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Yahoo
17 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Mavericks Issue Major Announcement on Kyrie Irving
Mavericks Issue Major Announcement on Kyrie Irving originally appeared on Athlon Sports. DALLAS - The Dallas Mavericks' picture for 2025-26 and beyond won't be complete without Kyrie Irving ... and suddenly there is some optimism regarding the All-Star's rehab process and a possibly brighter picture. ... Advertisement Sooner. In a conversation on the "DLLS Dallas Mavericks Podcast," Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd provided positive insight regarding Irving's recovery timeline from the devastating ACL tear that derailed both the star guard's and the team's 2024-25 season. While the typical recovery period for an ACL tear ranges from 10 to 12 months, Kidd's comments suggest Irving could return to the court earlier than expected. "We know he won't be back until January, February, March," Kidd said during his podcast appearance. "I wouldn't be surprised if he's back early." Kidd was careful not to commit to a specific timeline, adding, "I didn't want to put a time limit on it, because I don't want to be held to, 'Well, you said January,' so we got to give me some leeway there." Advertisement Irving suffered the injury in early March, effectively ending what had already become a challenging season for the Mavericks. Previous reports indicated the organization was targeting a January return for Irving, which would mark approximately 10 months of recovery time. Kidd's assessment of Irving's rehabilitation progress appears overwhelmingly positive. "As you know, he documents everything, so just talking to him, his spirit, he's in the right frame of mind," Kidd noted, highlighting the eight-time All-Star's mental approach to recovery. With Irving sidelined for at least the first two months of the 2025-26 campaign, the Mavericks face critical roster decisions this offseason. Kidd acknowledged the team is exploring options to temporarily fill the void at point guard. Advertisement "Being able to build the roster, maybe looking for a player that can fill that void until he can get back, also a player that can play with [Kyrie], also a player that might not play as much when [Kyrie] comes back," Kidd explained, outlining the complex calculus facing the front office. Dante Exum and Spencer Dinwiddie handled playmaking duties in Irving's absence last season, but both enter free agency this summer, leaving the Mavericks with significant decisions to make. The organization must also balance urgency with prudence regarding Irving's return timeline. At 34 years old by next March, rushing back from such a significant injury carries substantial risk, regardless of Irving's determination to return ahead of schedule. Jason Kidd (right) And Kyrie Irving (left)By Tony Fisher As the offseason unfolds, the organization's approach to temporarily replacing Irving while simultaneously building around the future Flagg-Irving pairing will be closely watched by Mavericks faithful eager for a return to contention. Related: Micah Parsons and Mark Cuban Offer Their Keys to Success This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 18, 2025, where it first appeared.
News.com.au
03-06-2025
- Health
- News.com.au
Callan Ward tells all post ACL tear
AFL: Callan Ward has stopped by to speak to Gerard and Garry on AFL 360 after suffering a potential career-ending ACL tear.
News.com.au
20-05-2025
- Sport
- News.com.au
‘Difficult to watch on the sideline'
RLG: Tino Fa'asuamaleaui is set to return to play for Queensland after missing last year's series due to an ACL tear, but the Maroons enforcer is ready for the big stage again.
Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Panthers HC Dave Canales explains decision to sideline RB Jonathon Brooks for 2025 season
The Carolina Panthers are hoping that a lost season will help kickstart a promising future for running back Jonathon Brooks. On Thursday, the team placed the 21-year-old Brooks on the physically unable to perform list—a move that has effectively ended his entire 2025 campaign. The decision comes in the middle of his recovery from an ACL tear he sustained back in December. Advertisement Head coach Dave Canales, after wrapping up the final practice of rookie minicamp on Saturday, explained why the Panthers went down this route so early. "It really just allows him to focus on what he's working on—which is full health, strength, best shape of his life to give him the best chance for when he comes back to us, he's running on all cylinders, that he doesn't have to think about anything. He can just play football and enjoy the game," Canales stated. "And that's really what this is about. It's about him just being able to have a clear focus on what the goal is." Brooks is now on the comeback trail from his second torn ACL in as many years. He already missed the first 10 games of the 2024 season in healing up from his first tear, which occurred while playing for the University of Texas Longhorns in November of 2023. The Panthers, despite the injury, still traded up to select Brooks in the second round of the 2024 draft. Advertisement He went on to appear in just three games, totaling 22 rushing yards on nine carries and 23 receiving yards on three catches. Follow @ThePanthersWire on Twitter/X for more Panthers content. This article originally appeared on Panthers Wire: Panthers HC Dave Canales explains sidelining Jonathon Brooks for 2025
