The 2025 NBA season is over for Kyrie Irving. The Dallas Mavericks All-Star has suffered a torn ACL in his left knee, prompting Luka Doncic, his former teammate, to send him a strong 7-word message.
A few weeks ago, the NBA world was stunned when the Los Angeles Lakers acquired Luka Doncic in a blockbuster trade—a move that left many Mavericks fans in disbelief.
The trade left Kyrie Irving without one of his best teammates. Unfortunately, his season took an even worse turn, as he not only lost his star teammate but will also be sidelined due to a devastating ACL injury.
Luka Doncic sends strong 7-word message to Kyrie Irving after torn ACL
In 2023, the Mavericks acquired Kyrie Irving via trade with the Brooklyn Nets. Dallas aimed to pair Luka Doncic with a top-tier point guard, and Irving was the best available option at the time.
Unfortunately, their partnership lasted only two years. A few weeks ago, the Mavs announced that one of them would be leaving the team. To everyone’s surprise, it wasn’t Irving who was on his way out.
The Mavericks traded Luka Doncic to the Lakers in a move that shocked the entire league. While he reportedly had issues with the front office, Doncic was very comfortable with his teammates—especially Irving.
On Tuesday, Dallas confirmed that Kyrie Irving had suffered a torn ACL in his left knee during a game against the Sacramento Kings. Following the tough news, Luka Doncic sent him a heartfelt message, reaffirming their strong bond.
Taking to Instagram, Doncic posted a story featuring a picture of him and Irving. “You will come back stronger, mi hermano (my brother),” he wrote, showing his support for his former teammate.
When will Kyrie Irving return?
Kyrie Irving’s 2025 NBA season is over. The point guard suffered a serious injury against the Kings that will sideline him for the rest of the campaign—and possibly even longer.
At 32 years old, recovering from a torn ACL could be a significant challenge for Irving. He remains under contract with the Mavericks until 2026, but his future is uncertain. It’s unclear whether he will return in time for the start of the next season or if this injury will impact the remainder of his career.