Irving Out for Season
Kyrie Irving is out for the remainder of the season to fully recover from last year's torn ACL, dealing a major blow to the Mavericks' playoff hopes. Orlando Magic's Franz Wagner is sidelined indefinitely due to an ankle sprain, while Sacramento Kings' Domantas Sabonis underwent season-ending surgery for a torn meniscus.
- Kyrie Irving's season-ending ACL tear occurred in his left knee on March 3, 2025, during a game against the Sacramento Kings. This marks the first time the 15-year veteran will miss an entire season. - The Mavericks hold a 19-35 record and are on a nine-game losing streak, the franchise's longest in 28 years. The team's focus has now shifted to developing top rookie Cooper Flagg. - Domantas Sabonis initially suffered his meniscus tear in November 2025 and attempted to rehab the injury for two months before returning in a limited capacity. He ultimately opted for surgery after playing in just eight of the team's 15 games leading into the All-Star break. - The Sacramento Kings currently have the worst record in the NBA at 12-44. Sabonis is the second Kings player to have a season-ending surgery recently, joining teammate Zach LaVine who had a procedure on his hand. - The Orlando Magic's record is 25-37 all-time without Franz Wagner. Since Wagner's initial injury this season, the team has a losing record of 14-15 and has struggled with inconsistent play.
