By james art 
Kyrie Irving led the Dallas Mavericks with 22 points and 5 assists against the Boston Celtics on January 25, 2025. He played 41 minutes, exceeding his projected playing time by 7 minutes.
Despite Irving’s efforts, the Mavericks lost to the Celtics 122-107. Irving’s performance included 11-of-23 shooting from the field, though he missed all three of his attempts from beyond the arc. His contribution was significant as he led his team in both points and assists.
The loss brought the Mavericks’ record for total games played with Kyrie to a positive ratio compared to when he was out. The team is averaging more points per game when Irving plays, highlighting his impact on their offensive production.
