The Dallas Mavericks are facing a dire situation after losing Kyrie Irving for the remainder of the season due to a torn ACL, effectively ending their playoff ambitions.

Having traded Luka Doncic in a controversial move, the Mavericks now find themselves with numerous injured players including Anthony Davis and P.J. Washington. The recent injury to Irving forces the team to rethink their strategies, placing emphasis on potential draft picks.

Irving’s absence also dulls the competitive edge Dallas had, significantly altering their plans for the current season and beyond, possibly leading to a full-on tanking strategy.

Upcoming Decisions

With upcoming evaluations on the progression of other injured players, the Mavericks must pivot from a playoff mindset to focusing on rebuilding for the future.