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Mavericks Reveal No. 9 Pick Is ‘Much Closer’ After Camp Limitation

DALLAS — Morez Johnson Jr. is playing a lot of 5-on-5 in Dallas Mavericks training camp after lower leg soreness limited him early, Mavericks coach Dusty May said Friday after the sixth practice.

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- Mavericks Camp Produces New Risacher, Gafford, Morez Johnson Updates

DALLAS — Winning will not be the primary objective when the Dallas Mavericks open the preseason against the Houston Rockets in Macao next week, Mavericks coach Dusty May said Friday after the sixth practice of training camp.

Kyrie Irving News / Stadium Rant / October 2

Kyrie Irving Mavericks Future: Promising Answer Reveals Crucial Dallas Question

Kyrie Irving Mavericks future remains uncertain, and the veteran guard gave the clearest indication yet that the decision involves more than his personal preference.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / October 2

Making a Roster Spot for Mavericks Veteran Just Became a Lot More Difficult

The Dallas Mavericks re-signed veteran forward/center Dwight Powell to a one-year, partially guaranteed deal right before the start of training camp, letting him know that they would make a "true effort" to create a roster spot for him.

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Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / October 2

One Mavericks Player Already Flipping the Script at Training Camp

The Dallas Mavericks are now nearly a week through the first training camp in the Dusty May era, and while he's still figuring out exactly what he has on his roster, there is one player who has stood out.

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The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Sports Journal / October 2

Former Dallas Guard Gets Another NBA Chance After Being Traded Twice

DENVER — Former Dallas Mavericks guard Ryan Nembhard signed a two-way contract with the Denver Nuggets on Wednesday. After completing his rookie year in Dallas, Nembhard was shipped to the Atlanta Hawks this summer in a package that netted the Mavericks Zaccharie Risacher, who was the first overall selection of the 2024 NBA Draft.

Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / October 2

Tarik Biberović in Dallas may be one of the most interesting storylines to watch for Europeans. Here’s why

The question of whether Tarik Biberović will be used in the right way – or at all – in Dallas is on a lot of people’s minds. Will he get the minutes and touches to show what he can do?

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Sports Journal / October 2

Dallas Mavericks Make Contract Decision On Second-Year Center

DALLAS — Moussa Cissé’s $2,185,116 salary for the 2026-27 season is now fully guaranteed. The Dallas Mavericks kept the second-year center on the roster through Thursday’s Oct.

Cooper Flagg News / Mavs Moneyball / October 2

Cooper Flagg has the chance to be special

The Dallas Mavericks enter the 2026-2027 season with numerous questions, but Cooper Flagg isn’t one them. The 19-year old enters his second season with sky-high expectations, fueled by his incredible play in the back-half of last season.

PJ Washington News / Dallas Sports Journal / October 2

P.J. Washington Reveals What Matters More Than Starting In Dallas

DALLAS — P.J. Washington has been to the playoffs once in seven NBA seasons. After practice Thursday, the Dallas Mavericks forward said whether he starts this season matters less to him than getting back there.

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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.

Moussa Cisse News / Hoops Rumors / October 2

Mavericks To Guarantee Moussa Cisse’s 2026/27 Salary

The Mavericks are expected to retain Moussa Cisse through October 1, guaranteeing the remainder of his $2,185,116 salary for the 2026/27 season, according to Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News (Twitter link).

PJ Washington News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / October 1

P.J. Washington Accepting Whatever Role Mavericks Give Him, Starting or Not

The Dallas Mavericks have a lot of starting positions up in the air in this new era led by head coach Dusty May. While we can always take our guesses, until that starting lineup is revealed on October 21st, only the coaching staff will truly know.

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Morez Johnson News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / October 1

What Dusty May Said About Morez Johnson Jr. Should Ease Mavs Fans' Minds

Dallas Mavericks fans became a little concerned when new head coach Dusty May said 9th overall pick Morez Johnson Jr. had been limited so far in training camp, but wouldn't disclose what the issue was.

NBA News / Yardbarker / October 1

Rockets rumored Kyrie Irving trade interest turns season into fierce audition

The reported interest in Irving from the Rockets sends a message to the team's current roster.

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Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 1

1 Mavericks player in danger of losing starting job in 2026-27 training camp

There is palpable excitement around the Dallas Mavericks heading into their second full season of the post-Luka Doncic era. After all, Cooper Flagg averaged

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / October 1

Kyrie Irving is being linked to two teams in trade rumors

Kyrie Irving now appears to have multiple potential escape routes from the rebuilding Dallas Mavericks. Rival NBA executives are not convinced that Irving will finish out the 2026-27 season in Dallas, Bleacher Report’s Jake Fischer reported on Wednesday.

Cooper Flagg News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 30

Mavericks star Cooper Flagg provides another update on his height

As the Dallas Mavericks continue training camp preparations for the 2026-27 NBA season, star forward Cooper Flagg provided another update on his height after recently confirming that he grew during the offseason.

Daniel Gafford News / Mavs Moneyball / September 30

Coach Dusty May envisions an expanded role for Daniel Gafford

Daniel Gafford has been on a roller coaster ride with the Dallas Mavericks over the past year. He was rumored to be on the trading block in February, then rumored again to being shopped in the offseason.

Dallas Mavericks News / Total Apex Sports / September 30

Dallas Mavericks Among the NBA’s 7 Most Despised Teams

According to Hard Rock Bet’s survey of 2,000 NBA fans, the Dallas Mavericks were ranked among the NBA’s top seven most despised teams. The Mavericks received 3.4% of votes from the NBA fans, who chose them as the team they despised the most — the seventh-highest result for all squads surveyed.

Mavericks Still Have Major Lineup Question As Training Camp Continues

DALLAS — Four practices into his first NBA training camp, Dallas Mavericks coach Dusty May has not settled on a starting five. On Wednesday, May said he does not expect to anytime soon.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 30

Mavericks Give More Clarity On Morez Johnson Jr. After Limited Camp Start

DALLAS — Lower leg soreness has limited Morez Johnson Jr. in Dallas Mavericks training camp, Mavericks coach Dusty May said Wednesday. The rookie went through every other live session in Wednesday’s practice as Dallas manages his workload.

Dallas Mavericks News / EssentiallySports / September 28

Dereck Lively II Urged to Sue Nico Harrison as Details of Mavs Injury Treatment Emerge

Nico Harrison once saw Dereck Lively II as a cornerstone of the Mavericks’ future. He traded down in the 2023 NBA Draft to get him, and Lively quickly proved his value during the Mavs’ run to the 2024 NBA Finals.

Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / September 28

Kyrie Irving gets candid about finishing his career with Mavericks

Kyrie Irving is entering an intriguing 2026-27 NBA season with the Dallas Mavericks.

Buddy Hield gets traded for the second time in four days

Knicks may have to make uncomfortable choice on Miles McBride

Jalen Duren wouldn't be the first player to call the Pistons' bluff

Stephen Curry closer to ending career with Warriors

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Dwight Powell News / Hoops Wire / September 25

Mavericks re-sign Dwight Powell on camp deal

The Mavericks have brought back Dwight Powell. Whether he’s still with them when the season begins remains to be seen. Dallas announced Powell’s signing Friday along with its 19-man training camp roster.

Dallas Mavericks News / Field Level Media / September 25

Cooper Flagg rookie card sells for record $8M

A rookie trading card for Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg sold for a record $8.04 million at auction on Friday. It's the most ever paid for a single-player basketball card and the fifth-highest price for any publicly known sale of a sports card, according to Card Ladder and The Athletic.