According to a report from ESPN, Kyrie Irving planned to make his 15-16 season debut on Thursday at home against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Irving has since denied the report on Twitter.

"Sorry to dwindle the news, but I won't be returning tmrw. It was wrongfully reported. When I do come back you'll hear it directly from me."

Irving has been out for the first 23 games due to his surgery in June to repair a fractured left kneecap suffered in Game 1 of the NBA Finals.

Irving's final hurdle before the team approves of his intention to play will involve a series of physical tests to measure his body's strength and responsiveness.

Irving was cleared to full contact more than a week ago and has been through a handful of practices without any issues.