Kyrie Irving to play for first time since NBA Finals
Kyrie Irving will make his season debut Sunday when the Cleveland Cavaliers host the Philadelphia 76ers.
"I'm pretty F'ing excited," Irving said Saturday. "There were a few things I had to clear, but there was no rush on it. ... I've been ready to play, but biomechanically we just wanted to make sure everything was good so I wouldn't put myself at risk."
Cavs coach David Blatt said the team will monitor Irving's minutes, but the point guard is expected to start against the 76ers. Backup point guard Mo Williams is out with a sprained wrist, and Iman Shumpert is questionable with a groin strain.
Irving has been out since he fractured his left kneecap during Game 1 of the NBA Finals in June. He had surgery that week, and his return timeline was set at three to four months.
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