Mavericks rule out Kyrie Irving (back) vs. Nuggets

The Dallas Mavericks ruled out guard Kyrie Irving for Wednesday night's game against the Denver Nuggets with low back tightness.

The Mavs also ruled out Tim Hardaway Jr. (right hamstring tightness), Davis Bertans (left calf strain) and Maxi Kleber (right hamstring tear). Christian Wood (non-Covid illness) is a game-time decision.

New acquisition Justin Holiday is expected to make his Dallas debut.

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