The Dallas Mavericks are flying high on the rankings with 4 consecutive wins, achieving a total record of 15-8 and ranking 3rd in the West (as of the end of the series on December 14).
However, the coming time promises many difficulties for Luka Doncic and his teammates when Kyrie Irving, the mainstay who averages more than 23 points per game for Dallas, has to retire indefinitely.
Kyrie’s injury was quite unlucky when a teammate fell on his leg in a passive position. Irving himself had just been fouled and was still lying on the field when his teammate, center Dwight Powell, lost his balance and fell.
Almost all of Powell’s nearly 110kg body pressed on Irving’s right ankle, forcing the 1992-born defender to limp off the field with the help of the medical team.
Looking back at the ball that led to Kyrie’s injury a few days ago in the match between Dallas Mavericks and Portland Trail Blazers:
According to reputable ESPN journalist Tim MacMahon, Kyrie Irving avoided the worst scenario and did not suffer any serious injuries. However, the Dallas defender is still out of action for an undetermined amount of time.
The last time Kyrie appeared before fans, Kyrie was seen wearing a full ankle brace and walking on crutches. The ESPN reporter further noted that Irving is still quite sore and it is unclear when he can return to practice with his teammates.
Sharing via social networks, Kyrie Irving reassured fans that he is feeling better and will return soon: ” I will be fine and return to the field at the right time. Once again, I am grateful for your concern.” Everyone’s heart is for me .
“ I really appreciate your inquiries and prayers. Every day I feel better and couldn’t ask for anything more at this time “, Kyrie Irving added.
During the last 6 seasons, Kyrie Irving went from being one of the most durable players to becoming someone who is often haunted by the specter of injury. He has not been able to play more than 60 matches a season since 2018, when he was still with the Boston Celtics club.
This season alone, Irving has played in 17 out of a total of 23 matches for the Dallas Mavericks, averaging more than 23 points, 5.2 assists and 3.9 rebounds per game.
Without Kyrie, Dallas fans will once again put all their trust in the carrying ability of Luka Doncic, owner of 8 consecutive games scoring at least 30 points in the past 3 weeks.
