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Mavericks’ Morez Johnson Jr. notches 1st career double-double in style

Mavericks’ Morez Johnson Jr. notches 1st career double-double in style

Morez Johnson Jr. achieved the first double-double of his young NBA career during the Dallas Mavericks’ NBA Cup win over the Utah Jazz on Friday night.

Cooper Flagg News / Hoops Wire / November 7

Mavericks get reminder they can help Cooper Flagg, too

Cooper Flagg doesn’t need to rescue the Mavericks every time their offense gets stuck. Friday offered a useful reminder that they have other players capable of getting things moving.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 7
Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg gives ‘amazing’ evaluation of Morez Johnson Jr.’s game

Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg gives ‘amazing’ evaluation of Morez Johnson Jr.’s game

Dallas Mavericks rookie Morez Johnson Jr. delivered a memorable performance against the Utah Jazz on Friday, quickly winning over Mavs fans with his impressive effort in the team’s victory.

Dallas Mavericks News / Field Level Media / November 6
P.J. Washington, Cooper Flagg propel Mavericks past Jazz

P.J. Washington, Cooper Flagg propel Mavericks past Jazz

P.J. Washington's 26 points and Cooper Flagg's all-around performance powered Dallas to a 112-100 home win over Utah on Friday in NBA Cup group-stage competition.

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The '1,500-point, 150-block seasons' quiz

The '1,500-point, 150-block seasons' quiz

How many of the NBA players to score at least 1,500 points while also rejecting at least 150 shots in the same season can you name in five minutes?

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Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / November 6
3 Overreactions as Mavericks Move to 2-0 in NBA Cup Play With Win Over Jazz

3 Overreactions as Mavericks Move to 2-0 in NBA Cup Play With Win Over Jazz

The Dallas Mavericks were back at home on Friday evening, looking to stop a two-game losing skid. Kyrie Irving was dealing with an illness but still played, so it would be interesting to see how they would respond.

Daniel Gafford News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 6
Mavericks center Daniel Gafford’s steal and slam dunk vs. Jazz is a sight to see

Mavericks center Daniel Gafford’s steal and slam dunk vs. Jazz is a sight to see

Coach Dusty May’s Dallas Mavericks welcomed the Utah Jazz to American Airlines Center in Dallas as mercurial power forward/center Daniel Gafford helped lead his team in a close game.

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Valkyries win WNBA title behind Gabby Williams' dazzling Game 7
 Valkyries win WNBA title behind Gabby Williams' dazzling Game 7 performance
Game 7 trending as most expensive WNBA Finals ticket ever
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Angel Reese manifests Dream's Game 6 WNBA Finals win after gutsy prediction
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Dream sell out Game 6 of WNBA Finals despite scheduling issue
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Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Sports Journal / November 6
'From Bad To Good': Dusty May Lays Out Mavericks' Plan To Fix Defensive Rebounding

'From Bad To Good': Dusty May Lays Out Mavericks' Plan To Fix Defensive Rebounding

DALLAS — The San Antonio Spurs grabbed 22 offensive rebounds against the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday night, and Mavericks coach Dusty May named defensive rebounding as the main area to clean up before Friday’s game against the Utah Jazz.

Cooper Flagg News / Dallas Sports Journal / November 6
'More Comfortable': Dusty May Explains Cooper Flagg's Second-Half Surge Vs. Spurs

'More Comfortable': Dusty May Explains Cooper Flagg's Second-Half Surge Vs. Spurs

DALLAS — Over three straight halves, Cooper Flagg made 4 of his 30 shots. He then went 6-of-8 after halftime Wednesday night in the Dallas Mavericks’ 112-111 loss at the San Antonio Spurs.

Santi Aldama News / Dallas Sports Journal / November 6
'A Great Feel': Dusty May Breaks Down Santi Aldama's Fit With Dallas Mavericks

'A Great Feel': Dusty May Breaks Down Santi Aldama's Fit With Dallas Mavericks

DALLAS — Santi Aldama is probable for his Dallas Mavericks debut Friday night against the Utah Jazz, and Mavericks coach Dusty May said before tip-off that the 7-footer’s spacing and feel will help Dallas’ offense.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / November 6
Ex-Mavs Coach Jason Kidd Reacts to Kyrie Irving's Missed Game-Winner Against Spurs

Ex-Mavs Coach Jason Kidd Reacts to Kyrie Irving's Missed Game-Winner Against Spurs

The Dallas Mavericks lost a heartbreaker on Wednesday night against the San Antonio Spurs, where they were down by as many as 19 points in the third quarter, roared all the way back to take the lead with six minutes left in the fourth, and then ended up losing by just one point.

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Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Sports Journal / November 6
Kyrie Irving Absent From Mavericks Shootaround As Santi Aldama Finally Nears Debut

Kyrie Irving Absent From Mavericks Shootaround As Santi Aldama Finally Nears Debut

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks went through shootaround Friday morning without Kyrie Irving, who is listed as probable with an illness for Friday night’s NBA Cup game against the Utah Jazz.

Dallas Mavericks News / Fadeaway World / November 6
Trade Idea Lands Mavericks A Superstar To Build Big Three With Cooper Flagg And Kyrie Irving

Trade Idea Lands Mavericks A Superstar To Build Big Three With Cooper Flagg And Kyrie Irving

Something everyone was expecting in the offseason was the return of Kyrie Irving with the Dallas Mavericks. Amid all the rumors we heard, his potential pairing with Cooper Flagg was definitely something the front office wanted to see before making a decision.

Cooper Flagg News / HITC / November 6
‘This kid’: DeMarcus Cousins says what he’s hearing about Cooper Flagg is ‘completely unfair’

‘This kid’: DeMarcus Cousins says what he’s hearing about Cooper Flagg is ‘completely unfair’

Cooper Flagg has come under a bit of criticism for his performances in the Dallas Mavericks’ last two games. The Mavs have suffered back-to-back defeats for the first time this season.

Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / November 6

Dwight Powell is making quite a splash in Turkey, says Tarik Biberovic was central in Fenerbahçe move

Dwight Powell hadn’t even made it to Istanbul before Fenerbahçe fans and the European basketball media started speculating about his European debut.  He

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Sports Journal / November 6
Mavericks Partner With Scottish Rite for Youth Basketball Screenings at Mavs Academy Combine

Mavericks Partner With Scottish Rite for Youth Basketball Screenings at Mavs Academy Combine

GRAND PRAIRIE, Texas — The Dallas Mavericks and Scottish Rite for Children teamed up to screen 80 of North Texas’ top middle school basketball players to build individualized injury-prevention plans at the Mavericks’ annual Mavs Academy Combine on Saturday, Oct.

Cooper Flagg News / Mavs Moneyball / November 6

The Mavericks need Cooper Flagg to be more assertive in every close game

The Dallas Mavericks (4-4) lost to the defending Western Conference champion San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday night. It was a one-possession game for the last 5:03 of the game, when Kyrie Irving re-entered.

Cooper Flagg News / HITC / November 6
‘Big bad wolf’: Mavs legend Derek Harper has just made a prediction about Cooper Flagg

‘Big bad wolf’: Mavs legend Derek Harper has just made a prediction about Cooper Flagg

Cooper Flagg is one of the most exciting names in basketball right now. The teenager won the Rookie of the Year award following a sensational season with the Dallas Mavericks last year, and he has gone up a level in this campaign.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 5
Mavericks welcome slumping Jazz to continue NBA Cup group play

Mavericks welcome slumping Jazz to continue NBA Cup group play

The Dallas Mavericks look to maintain the early pace in NBA Cup group-stage competition on Friday when they host a Utah Jazz team playing its first contest of this season's tournament.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / November 5
One Roster Move That the Dallas Mavericks HAVE to Make

One Roster Move That the Dallas Mavericks HAVE to Make

The Dallas Mavericks may have stumbled onto a diamond in the rough. At the start of the season, they signed guard Walter Clayton Jr. to a two-way contract after he had been waived by the Memphis Grizzlies.

Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / November 4
Miriam Adelson exits the Mavericks' ownership group

Miriam Adelson exits the Mavericks' ownership group

The Dallas Mavericks are getting another shake-up up top. Mavericks co-owner Miriam Adelson is exiting the team’s ownership group, Tim MacMahon of ESPN reported on Tuesday.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Rumors / November 3
Dumonts Buy Adelson’s Stake In Mavs, Assume Majority Control

Dumonts Buy Adelson’s Stake In Mavs, Assume Majority Control

The Dumont family – Patrick Dumont and his wife Sivan – have bought Miriam Adelson’s shares in the Mavericks, making the Dumonts the majority owners of the franchise, reports ESPN’s Tim MacMahon.

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