Kyrie Irving says Mavericks-Thunder rivalry is brewing

With Kyrie Irving back, the Mavericks scratch out a gritty win against the Thunder
That decision forced the Thunder to stick close to the Mavericks' role players throughout the first quarter. Once Washington scored the first five points, Irving asserted himself and drained a 3-pointer before finishing at the basket with a finger roll to give the Mavericks an early 10-0 lead.
Kyrie Irving Moved Ahead Of Kobe Bryant On All-Time NBA List In Thunder-Mavs Game
On Friday night, the Dallas Mavericks beat the Oklahoma City Thunder by a score of 106-98 (at home). Kyrie Irving finished the win with 25 points, five rebound
Mavericks' Kyrie Irving available for Thunder clash
Irving is listed on the injury report as he continues to deal with a lumbar back sprain. Meanwhile, Dereck Lively II (right ankle sprain), Luka Doncic (left calf strain) and Dante Exum (right wrist surgery) are all out for Friday's game. It is worth noting that Mavs head coach Jason Kidd previously said he expects Irving to play on Friday.
Kyrie Irving shines as Dallas Mavericks roll Oklahoma City Thunder
Dallas improved to 23-19 while Oklahoma City remain top of the West with a 34-7 record. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Mavericks’ Kyrie Irving and Dereck Lively out vs. Pelicans
Following Tuesday's loss to the Denver Nuggets, Irving spoke in the Mavericks locker room about the injury and prognosis.
Mavericks' Kyrie Irving out vs. Pelicans due to nagging back injury
The Dallas Mavericks and New Orleans Pelicans will play on Wednesday night, but will Kyrie Irving be available for the game?
Kyrie Irving Makes Luka Doncic Statement After Nuggets-Mavericks
The Denver Nuggets defeated the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday and Tuesday, sweeping the two-game mini series with their Western Conference rivals. Denver has now w
Irving Shines As Mavs Roll Thunder, Nuggets Scorch Heat
Kyrie Irving scored 25 points as the Dallas Mavericks brought the high-flying Oklahoma City Thunder down to earth with a 106-98 victory over the Western Conference leaders on Friday.
Kyrie Irving says Mavericks-Thunder rivalry is brewing: ‘It’s personal’
The Dallas Mavericks defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder by a final score of 106-98 on Friday night. Kyrie Irving, who did not play on Wednesday due to a lumbar back sprain, returned on Friday and scored 25 points to go along with five assists and five rebounds.
4 thoughts from an intense 106-98 Mavericks win to the Oklahoma City Thunder
T he short handed Dallas Mavericks (23-19) bested the short handed Oklahoma City Thunder (34-7) 106-98 in an intense matchup Friday night in Dallas. Kyrie Irving led all Mavericks
Mavericks’ Kyrie Irving returns in loss vs. Nuggets after 5-game absence due to back injury
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Kyrie Irving returns from 5-game absence; Dereck Lively II exits with ankle injury
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Mavericks rule out Kyrie Irving against a Pelicans squad resting Zion Williamson
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Dallas Mavericks’ Kyrie Irving Gets Huge Injury Update Before Denver Nuggets Matchup
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Dejounte Murray scores 30 points as the Pelicans outlast the injury-depleted Mavericks 119-116
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