Kyrie Irving issues ‘no fear’ statement after confirming decision to sit out 2025-26 NBA season

Kyrie Irving has confirmed he will sit out the entire 2025-26 NBA season, issuing a ‘no fear’ statement after affirming his decision to focus on recovery from a torn ACL. The Dallas Mavericks guard suffered a significant injury late in the 2024-25 campaign, and with rehabilitation ongoing, Irving has opted against returning this season.