Kyrie Irving’s season has come to an abrupt end due to a torn ACL in his left knee. The injury occurred during Monday night’s game against the Sacramento Kings, when Irving drove to the rim and landed awkwardly, hyperextending his knee.
This is a devastating blow to the Dallas Mavericks, who have already been struggling with injuries. Irving’s absence will be deeply felt, as he was averaging 25 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 4.6 assists per game this season.
Unfortunately, Irving’s injury history is quite extensive. He’s had issues with his knee before, including a fractured kneecap. He’s also dealt with shoulder contusions, fractured fingers, and ankle sprains throughout his career.
The recovery time for a torn ACL is typically around 9-12 months, which means Irving will likely miss the start of next season as well. This is a tough break for the Mavericks and Irving, who were hoping to make a deep playoff run.
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