News outlets published articles regarding Kyrie Irving and his spot with the Mavericks. Bleacher Report published a story detailing how a Kyrie Irving trade could shake up the 2027 NBA championship race. Yahoo Sports posted on a trade proposal seeing the Mavericks trade Kyrie Irving.

Basketball Network quoted Derek Harper labeling Irving as "that freak of nature." Derek Harper explained why the Mavericks will be Western Conference long shots next season. These reports zero in on trade scenarios and next season's path. These articles grow out of ongoing chatter.