Kyrie Irving returns from 20-month injury layoff with vintage display in Macau
Summary
Kyrie Irving played his first NBA game in over 20 months after recovering from a knee injury. He scored 17 points to lead the Dallas Mavericks in a preseason win against the Houston Rockets in Macau.Key Facts
- Kyrie Irving returned after tearing his left knee ligament on March 3, 2025.
- He scored 17 points with six made shots in under 22 minutes.
- Irving helped the Mavericks win 132-115 in a preseason game in Macau, China.
- This was his first game since missing the entire last season.
- Dallas Mavericks coach praised Irving’s physical and mental condition.
- Irving is a nine-time NBA All-Star and was averaging 24.7 points before his injury.
- The Rockets are popular in China partly because of former star Yao Ming.
- Irving thanked fans in China and plans to return there in 2027 on a world tour.
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