After Kyrie Irving went down with a season-ending torn ACL in his left knee Monday, a theory quickly surfaced that increased minutes led to the incident.

Kyrie Irving took to social media to share a video of his free throws from the game he tore his ACL, accompanied by a heartfelt message.

Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving has a torn ACL in his left knee and will miss the rest of the season. The team confirmed the diagnosis on Tuesday.

The Dallas Mavericks have a problem on their hands when it comes to Kyrie Irving, and his torn ACL makes this situation even more of a challenge.

Kyrie Irving broke his silence with a story on Instagram where he challenged the narrative that his minutes played a role in the injury.

Kyrie Irving’s latest injury could shift the entire trajectory of the Mavericks' season. With Luka already carrying a heavy load, Dallas now faces a depth and playmaking challenge. The injury also raises questions about long-term chemistry and playoff potential.

With many players on the injury report for Monday’s game, one could argue Kyrie Irving is the most devastating. Earlier this month, Irving tore his ACL, which not only sidelined him for Monday’s game but the remainder of the season.