The Dallas Mavericks received a positive injury update as they prepare to face the Milwaukee Bucks on Saturday. Star player Kyrie Irving, who missed the previous game against the Washington Wizards, is expected to return to the lineup for the upcoming matchup against Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks.

As the Mavericks wrap up a four-game road trip with the game against the Bucks, coach Jason Kidd provided updates after the team’s practice at Georgetown. Apart from Maxi Kleber, who has been ruled out, the rest of the team, including Irving, participated in practice and is deemed “good to go” for the game.

During the post-practice briefing, Coach Kidd acknowledged Irving’s absence in the previous game due to a left foot sprain, stating, “His left foot is bothering him. It’s sore. We’re not going to take any chances. So, he’s out.”

The Mavericks, determined to maintain their momentum after a 130-117 victory over the Washington Wizards, will face a challenging back-to-back schedule. Following the clash with the Bucks, they will swiftly return to Dallas to confront the Sacramento Kings on Sunday.

While Luka Doncic remains a constant presence on the court, Kyrie Irving has navigated his way through a foot injury, leading to his three-game absence. Given the back-to-back nature of the upcoming schedule, Irving’s status for the Sunday game against the Kings is subject to monitoring. However, with two days off before the next game, the Mavericks aim to manage the players’ workload effectively as they embark on a two-game road trip.