Is Kyrie Irving playing today? Get the injury updates for Mavericks vs Suns, March 5

Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving is coming off arguably his best game with the team. He dropped 40 points on 15 of 22 shooting from the field in a win over the Sixers on Thursday night as the Mavs superstar duo showcased their potential. Luka Doncic had 42, and Philly had zero answers in stopping them.

Irving and the Mavericks face Kevin Durant and the Suns on Sunday afternoon. It is an early noon CT tipoff for the first time the former Nets teammates square off. It is just KD’s third game with the Suns, but Phoenix won the first two as they look to push their way back into the top two in the West.

Expect fireworks on Sunday afternoon as Irving and Durant face each other. Add in the rivalry between the Mavericks and the Suns, including the recent Terrence Ross buyout saga, and it promises to be a cannot miss contest.

Will Kyrie Irving play in Dallas Mavericks vs. Phoenix Suns on March 5?

Irving is healthy and ready to play on Sunday afternoon. Fans should see Kyrie guarding Chris Paul to start the game, but he will likely get switched onto KD at some point. The showdowns between the two will add a bit of extra spice to this saucy matchup.

Dallas Mavericks' full injury report vs. Phoenix Suns on March 5

Davis Bertans is listed as probable for Sunday’s game, and he appears on track to play for the first time since Feb. 2. The 30-year-old has missed 11 consecutive games with a calf injury, but he is nearing a return. Maxi Kleber is also listed as probable with a hamstring injury.

The Suns will be without Landry Shamet at the American Airlines Center. Deandre Ayton is listed as questionable with a knee injury, and Terrence Ross sits at probable because of a toe injury.

Kyrie Irving's injury history

Irving has missed just one game since joining the Mavericks, and he is playing for a new contract over the final 18 games of the regular season. Expect Kyrie to put on plenty of shows over the next five weeks and into the playoffs.

Will Kyrie Irving pair with Luka Doncic tonight?

Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving are healthy and both coming off 40-point games. Expect them to put on a show against the Suns as Dallas looks for a statement win over one of the best teams in the Western Conference.

Dallas Mavericks' next 5 opponents

The Mavericks are just starting a rough stretch of games against teams all fighting for playoff positioning. There will be zero easy victories over the next eight days as Dallas plays five times, including Sunday’s matchup against Phoenix. Here is a look at what is ahead.

Tuesday, March 7 vs. Utah Jazz at 7:30 p.m. CT

Wednesday, March 8 at New Orleans Pelicans at 6:30 p.m. CT

Saturday, March 11 at Memphis Grizzlies at 7:00 p.m. CT

Monday, March 13 vs. Memphis Grizzlies at 6:30 p.m. CT

Wednesday, March 15 at San Antonio Spurs at 7:30 p.m. CT