Stephen A. Smith, arguably the most recognizable name in sports broadcasting, recently signed a five-year, $25 million contract with ESPN. That’s more annually than Victor Wembanyama, the San

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving sparked controversy online after commenting on Stephen A. Smith’s reported $100,000,000 deal with ESPN.

During a recent livestream on Twitch, Kyrie Irving opened up about the moment the ACL injury happened and how it occurred in real time.

The Mavericks officially announced the veteran guard’s re-signing Sunday afternoon. The team did not disclose the terms of Irving’s new deal. The Dallas Mavericks announced today that they have re-signed nine-time All-Star Kyrie Irving. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Jul 10, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg (32) is fouled by Los Angeles Lakers forward Cole Swider (41) in the first quarter of their game at Thomas & Mack Center. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-Imagn Images / Candice Ward-Imagn Images

According to NBA insider Marc Stein, Irving's deal will include a 15 percent trade kicker, a player option and advance payments. Irving previously declined his $43 million player option with the Mavericks for the 2025-26 season to agree to the new three-year deal, per ESPN's Shams Charania.

One of the more unfortunate incidents from last year’s NBA season was top superstar Kyrie Irving tearing his ACL in a game against the Kings. The incident effectively ended the Dallas Mavericks‘ chances of making the playoffs,