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Kyrie Irving Ahead of Schedule in ACL Recovery, Mavs Staying Cautious

Irving is progressing faster than expected after tearing his left ACL in March, per sources. Dallas won’t rush his return, with no timetable set. Irving averaged 24.7 points on 47.3/40.1/91.6 shooting splits last season before signing a three-year, $118M deal. Klay Thompson praised him as “the toughest guy I’ve ever guarded,” recalling past NBA Finals battles.