Irving has been a consistent source of offense for the Mavericks. He’s averaging 25.6 points, 4.8 rebounds and 4.8 assists. He’s also averaging a career-high in 3-point percentage (55.2%), which currently ranks fifth in the NBA. He’s made 32-of-58 from beyond the arc. His 58 attempts are the most of anyone in the top 10.

Despite the loss, Kyrie Irving had a sensational performance. The 2016 NBA Champion finished with 43 points, five rebounds, five assists, one steal and one block while shooting 17/22 from the field and 6/8 from the three-point range in 35 minutes of playing time.

Kyrie Irving sent a clear message to his Dallas Mavericks teammates over the team's defensive struggles during the NBA regular season. The Dallas Mavericks have struggled to find their championship-level consistency this NBA regular season,