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Kyrie Irving Linked to Lakers Amid Questions Over Mavericks Future

Former NBA players on Gil's Arena expressed skepticism that the veteran guard will remain in Dallas for the entire season.

Kyrie Irving is scheduled to return from injury to start the 2026-27 NBA season with the Dallas Mavericks, but questions are already surfacing about how long he will stay with the franchise.

According to BasketNews, Irving's future was the subject of debate on a recent episode of the Gil's Arena podcast. Former NBA players Gilbert Arenas, Danny Green, and Baron Davis discussed whether the star guard will finish the season in Dallas, expressing skepticism about his long-term stay with the team.

During the conversation, the panel identified the Los Angeles Lakers as a possible trade destination if the Mavericks decide to explore market options for Irving later in the season.

Reported by: BasketNews

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