Kyrie Irving Out with Bruised Heel but Avoids Serious Injury

Dallas Mavericks’ Kyrie Irving will miss an unspecified amount of time due to a bruised right heel. The injury, which occurred during the game against the Portland Trail Blazers, initially looked more severe. Fortunately, an MRI revealed it to be just a contusion. Irving has returned to Dallas to begin treatment, but no timetable for his return has been provided yet. Irving has been dealing with right foot soreness throughout the season, which might extend his recovery period. This season, Irving is averaging 23 points, 5.2 assists, and 3.9 rebounds per game, and the Mavericks, with a 13-8 record, are outscoring teams by 3.8 points per 100 possessions when Irving and Luka Doncic are both on the court.