Kyrie Irving’s return to the Dallas Mavericks in 2026-27 could spark a generational pairing with 19-year phenom Cooper Flagg — but the 34-year-old star’s comeback is far from guaranteed. With the Feb. 11 trade deadline looming, other teams are watching closely as Dallas weighs whether to keep Kyrie or explore deals if chemistry doesn’t click on the court. For now, Dallas says they’re committed — but the NBA’s always ready to shift gears.

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