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The return of Kyrie Irving: Houston Rockets host Dallas Mavs in season opener

Headline from NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg, right, works the floor against Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant during the second half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026, in Dallas.

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  1. Philadelphia Inquirer

    Houston hosts Dallas in season opener (opens Philadelphia Inquirer)

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    Philadelphia Inquirer's feed description

    The Houston Rockets host the Dallas Mavericks in the season opener

  2. NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

    The return of Kyrie Irving: Houston Rockets host Dallas Mavs in season opener (opens NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth)

    Published

    NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth's feed description

    Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg, right, works the floor against Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant during the second half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026, in Dallas.