The Mavericks have publicly campaigned for Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving to be voted as starters for this year’s All-Star Game.

Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving praised and remarked that one of his teammates was "sick" for how well they played against one of the best teams in NBA, Oklahoma City Thunder. Dallas Mavericks secured an impressive 106-98 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder,

Kyrie Irving — an expert in rivalries — agreed that the Thunder and Mavericks have become arch-nemesis. “It’s personal. I think it’s the start of a healthy rivalry," Irving said. "... We’re gonna be seeing them a lot over the next few years so it’s good that you set the precedent now what it’s gonna be like.