DALLAS— The Dallas Mavericks’ game against the Denver Nuggets on Sunday was forced to be missed by Kyrie Irving due to a lumbar back injury. Although the Nuggets defeated the Mavs 112-101 in the end, Dallas and Denver will play again on Tuesday. After participating completely in practice on Monday, head coach Jason Kidd upgraded the Mavs star to doubtful, suggesting that Irving may make a comeback.
Kidd also stated that Dante Exum (wrist) and Luka Doncic (calf) will not be playing on Tuesday. However, there is a chance that Irving will return.
Regarding what the Mavs have missed without Irving, Kidd remarked, “You look at the quarterback aspect, you look at the leadership, you look at his ability to score, just his presence.” “Hopefully, that will return soon.”
“It’s been fantastic; they’ve been playing really well,” Kidd remarked. “The work and energy have been there. Although we may learn from our victories and defeats, we would like to win every game. With those two gone, I believe the group has performed really well.
Before the Mavericks make a final decision before to tip-off, Irving will be labeled as doubtful on Tuesday. It will be important to keep a careful eye on the issue. After Sunday’s loss, Dallas might use a significant comeback win over the Nuggets. As the Mavs attempt to limit Nikola Jokic, the additional star power would be crucial.
Dallas is currently in fifth place in the Western Conference with a 22–17 record going into Tuesday’s game. Denver, on the other hand, is fourth in the league with a 23–15 record. To put it another way, if Kyrie Irving can make a comeback, the game will probably be close.
