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Irving's Injury Setback Cost Mavericks Entire 2025-26 Season
9 Oct
Summary
- Kyrie Irving missed the 2025-26 season due to a calf strain and ACL tear.
- Mavericks offense struggled significantly without Irving, ranking 27th in scoring.
- Team underwent major front office and coaching changes following the season.
Kyrie Irving revealed that a grade 2 calf strain suffered in December 2025, which kept him sidelined for eight weeks, contributed to his missing the entire 2025-26 season. This injury created a significant setback in his recovery process.
Irving also tore his left ACL in March 2025, initially leading to optimism for his return. However, a subsequent calf strain pushed his timeline back further, ultimately causing him to miss all of the 2025-26 season.
Without Irving, the Mavericks' offense struggled, ranking 27th in points per 100 possessions. The team finished with a 26-56 record, prompting major front office and coaching staff changes, including Masai Ujiri as president and Dusty May as the new head coach.
Looking ahead, Irving is expected to play in only one of the Mavericks' two upcoming preseason games in China, with the final decision depending on his physical condition and the team's lineup strategy.
