Kyrie Irving embraces Thunder-Mavericks rivalry

Kyrie Irving embraces Thunder-Mavericks rivalry: 'It’s personal'
Even without important pieces like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Luka Doncic, Chet Holmgren, Isaiah Hartenstein and Dereck Lively II, both teams' role players simmered the beef between the ball clubs. The usually well-mannered Thunder were hit with multiple technical fouls. PJ Washington continued to poke the bear.
Stiles Points: OKC Thunder-Dallas Mavericks Is Next Great NBA Rivalry
The Oklahoma City Thunder and the Dallas Mavericks went toe to toe on Friday in the American Airlines Center and once again proved that these two teams have no love lost between them - They are the next great NBA rivalry.
With Kyrie Irving back, Mavericks scratch out gritty win against Thunder
Inconsistency is about the only consistent theme of the Dallas Mavericks’ injury-riddled season. The Mavericks began most of the new year with the task of playing without Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving.
Mavericks’ Kyrie Irving gets brutally honest on his injury concern
Kyrie Irving returned from injury on Friday night and led the Dallas Mavericks to a big 106-98 victory against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Irving scored 25 points and added five rebounds and five assists in a quality effort despite still dealing with a lumbar back sprain.
Mavericks dodge major bullet with Kyrie Irving after initial scary concerns
After their Friday night victory over the OKC Thunder, the Dallas Mavericks appear to have dodged a massive bullet given Kyrie Irving's post-game testimony.
Three Takeaways From OKC Thunder's Second Regular Season Loss to Dallas Mavericks
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Cavaliers vs. Thunder rematch doesn't live up to hype as OKC crushes Cleveland: Takeaways
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Thunder vs. Mavericks Odds, Picks and Prediction – January 17
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3 Takeaways From Mavericks' Massive Short-Handed Win Over OKC Thunder
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How the Thunder turned 'youthful energy' into a winning culture
It's a silly tradition that started midway through last season, when the Thunder were in the process of becoming the youngest ...
Doyle scores four as Wolfhounds thump Thunder
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Thunder Must Improve Frontcourt Depth Via Trade After Latest Injury
With the Thunder’s lack of frontcourt depth, it would be wise for them to make a move before the deadline to add another ...
Gordon Hayward reflects on the experience of last season's Hornets to Thunder trade
Leaving a team often comes with emotional goodbyes, attachments, and sacrifices as seen in the case of former Charlotte ...