Kyrie Irving returns from long layoff, scores 17 for Mavericks
Irving came back to action in a preseason win over Houston in Macao, ending a absence of 586 days.
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What happened
Kyrie Irving made his return to the Dallas Mavericks in a preseason game against the Houston Rockets at Venetian Arena in Macao, China. He scored 17 points in his first game in 586 days, and Dallas won 132-115.
Why it matters
The reports describe the game as Irving's first since an ACL tear and a long injury layoff.
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