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Mavericks fall 119-116 to Pelicans in a controversial finish. Despite big nights from Gafford and Washington, a disputed no-call sealed Dallas' fate.

Kyrie Irving ruled out against Pelicans due to back injury; Mavericks guard discusses recovery and return plans.

Nuggets forward Vlatko Čančar discusses his speedy recovery from knee surgery and his upcoming EuroBasket collaboration with Luka Dončić.

Kyrie Irving's comeback was spoiled by Jamal Murray's 45-point performance, leading the Denver Nuggets to a commanding 118-99 victory over the Dallas Mavericks.

Kyrie Irving returns from injury in Mavericks' loss to Nuggets, scoring 11 points in his first game back after dealing with a bulging disc.

Luka Dončić is on track for an early February return as he recovers from a calf strain, looking to boost the Mavericks' playoff hopes.

Kyrie Irving has been upgraded to available for the Mavericks' critical rematch against the Nuggets, bringing leadership and scoring to bolster Dallas’ lineup.

Kyrie Irving’s potential return could provide the Mavericks with the leadership and scoring they need to bounce back against the Nuggets in Tuesday’s rematch.

Kyrie Irving's status upgraded for Mavericks vs. Nuggets after returning to practice. Luka Dončić remains out with a calf strain.

The Nuggets erased a 19-point deficit behind Nikola Jokić’s near triple-double and Russell Westbrook’s all-around effort, handing the Mavericks a loss.