The Mavericks’ list of injured players grew even larger against the Kings, with Hardy exiting the game in the third quarter with what the team announced was a right ankle sprain. He didn’t return to action on Monday.
Kyrie Irving tore the ACL in his left knee, a source close to Irving confirmed, an unfortunate ending to the nine-time All-Star’s 14th NBA season. Irving, who turns 33 on March 23, was having a strong season before this injury. He was averaging 24.7 points, 4.8 rebounds and 4.6 assists.
Hardy, who suffered a right ankle sprain in Monday's 122-98 loss to the Kings, will be sidelined for "a period of time," according to NBA reporter Chris Haynes.
Later in the game, Dallas' reserve point guard Jaden Hardy sprained his right ankle and would not return. In a season marred by seemingly never-ending injuries, coach Jason Kidd acknowledged that luck wasn't on his team's side when asked about Irving's injury.
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