Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander expressed happiness at seeing Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving back on the court after a one-year absence during their matchup on October 28, 2026, at American Airlines Center in Dallas.
The game marked Irving's first appearance since his extended leave, with Gilgeous-Alexander acknowledging the significance of his return. Both players were active in the first quarter, with Gilgeous-Alexander shooting while Irving defended.
The contest was part of the 2026-27 NBA regular season.
