He never really found a comfortable fit in Chicago, but he was excellent for the Bucks in 2022-23. He'd be more helpful once Irving is back as a change-of-pace, point-of-attack defender.

Irving’s decision will shape the Mavericks’ roster for the upcoming season. If he opts out and re-signs on a longer deal, Dallas gains the financial flexibility to sign a capable replacement.

All-Star guard Kyrie Irving plans to decline a $43 million player option and sign a three-year, $119 million contract extension with the Dallas Mavericks, he confirmed on X.

BREAKING: Dallas Mavericks nine-time NBA All-Star Kyrie Irving is declining his $43 million player option and intends to sign a three-year, $119 million contract with the franchise, sources tell ESPN.

When Irving officially agrees to the deal, he will be aligned contractually with Anthony Davis, who is under contract for the next two years in Dallas and holds a $62.8 million player option in ...

All-Star guard Kyrie Irving opted out of the final year of his contract with the Dallas Mavericks for the 2025-26 season and plans to sign a three-year, $119 million deal with the Mavs, according ...

Nine-time All-Star point guard Kyrie Irving will decline his $43 million player option and instead plans to sign a three-year, $119 million contract to remain with the Dallas Mavericks, ESPN ...

All-Star guard Kyrie Irving opted out of the final year of his contract with the Dallas Mavericks for the 2025-26 season and plans to sign a three-year, $119 million deal with the Mavs, according ...