The Dallas Mavericks are reportedly preparing a lucrative contract extension offer for guard Kyrie Irving that will keep him with the team for the foreseeable future.
Irving has an opportunity to re-sign with the Mavericks on a long-term extension that would keep him in Dallas for up to five more seasons, though he also has a $42 million player option for the 2025-26 season that he could exercise following this season.
ESPN’s Tim MacMahon recently appeared on the Hoop Collective podcast and said he expects the organization to offer Irving a massive contract extension, explaining that Irving’s value is deeper than what he provides on the court.
“The point is they have demonstrated, ‘We value you and we will pay you how much we value you within the ability to have a little bit of wiggle room financially.’ They are going to put a big number on the table for him. He has been extremely happy in Dallas. They are extremely happy with him,” said MacMahon, per Real GM.
“He’s the leader of this locker room. That’s unquestioned. And, right now, he is playing as well as he ever has. Certainly as efficient as he ever has,” added MacMahon.
Irving has now been a member of the Mavericks organization since the middle of the 2022-23 season, completing a trade with the Brooklyn Nets to acquire Irving and Markieff Morris in exchange for forward Dorian Finney-Smith, guard Spencer Dinwiddie, an unprotected first-round draft pick in 2029, and two second-round picks.
Last season was Irving’s first full year with the organization, and he quickly assimilated into the team, putting together averages of 25.6 points per game, 5 rebounds, and 5.2 assists.
The most impressive aspect of Irving’s performance last season was his efficiency. Irving shot 49.7% from the field, 41.1% from behind the three-point line, and 90.5% from the free-throw line.
Irving also played a major role in the Mavericks’ run to the NBA Finals last season, averaging 22.1 points and 5.1 assists while shooting 46.7% from the field and 39% from behind the three-point line in 22 games.
Although the Mavericks fell short during their appearance in the NBA Finals, Irving and the rest of the team should have a long time to compete for a championship once he comes to an agreement with the franchise on a long-term contract.