Open Extended ReactionsDallas Mavericks All-Star guard Kyrie Irving is declining his $43 million player option and intends to sign a three-year, $119 million contract with the franchise, sources told ESPN on Tuesday. Mavericks officials and Irving's agent, Shetellia Riley Irving, negotiated the new deal that keeps Irving out of free agency and in Dallas long term. The new deal includes a player option in the 2027-28 season, sources said. The Mavs are expected to open up the $5.7 million taxpayer midlevel exception by signing Irving to this deal, sources said. During his run with the Mavs, Irving has averaged 25.5 points, 4.9 rebounds and 5.1 assists and has been revered by teammates and people throughout the organization for his professionalism and leadership.