The Dallas Mavericks seem to be headed for a spot in the Play-In Tournament, but they could have a chance to secure a high first-round draft pick if they fail to advance to the playoffs. With Luka Dončić no longer in town and Kyrie Irving possibly ...

Irving made his ninth NBA All-Star Game this season and was likely on his way to an All-NBA selection before he went down with his ACL injury. He was keeping the Mavericks afloat after the Luka Doncic trade and Anthony Davis injury, but now that responsibility is on Davis.

Mavericks All-Star Kyrie Irving underwent successful surgery to repair his torn left ACL on Wednesday at Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City, the team announced.