Kyrie Irving isn't close to a return from his fractured left kneecap.

[We're] not rushing things and not letting up from the day-to-day work, but still a ways to go," David Blatt said. "And how much, I can't honestly tell you, but he's working at it every day."

Irving has yet to participate in a practice session with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Irving's daily work includes building up his legs and some on-court work.

"We're just taking small steps," Blatt said. "Small and sure."