Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving had surgery on the torn ACL in his left knee, starting a process of recovery that's likely to continue into next season. The team said Wednesday night further medical updates on Irving would be provided “as appropriate.

Kyrie Irving finally had surgery to repair his torn left ACL. On Wednesday, ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania reported Irving had undergone successful surgery on the injury. Irving was having an excellent season for the Dallas Mavericks before he tore the ACL in his left knee during a game against the Sacramento Kings on March 3.

Kyrie Irving, who was on pace to be an All-NBA selection, averaged 24.7 points, 4.8 rebounds and 4.6 assists this season.