Overwhelmed by the outpouring of love, Irving took to X to share an emotional message, which drew reactions from fans and fellow players—including Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant. Morant, who had just led the Grizzlies to a 122-111 victory over the shorthanded Mavericks, praised Irving for his leadership and dedication to the game.

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"Kyrie is the heart and soul of this team ... The Mavericks are currently in the thick of the Western Conference playoffs, and Irving’s absence will be a major hurdle. But as the organization rallies around him, the hope is that he will once again ...