Kyrie Irving returns to court after 586-day absence at NBA China Games

Guard concludes 19-month ACL rehab in Macao preseason game

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

Kyrie Irving plays basketball for the first time in 586 DAYS today! Game 2 of the NBA China Games 2026 is LIVE on NBA T Via @NBA on X

What happened: Kyrie Irving returns to the court Sunday for Game 2 of the NBA China Games 2026. The appearance marks his first competitive basketball action in 586 days.

Why it matters: The Dallas Mavericks guard concludes a 19-month absence following a prolonged ACL rehabilitation process. His return comes against the Houston Rockets in Macao as part of the preseason slate.

What to watch: The contest airs live on NBA TV.

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