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The Dallas Mavericks are in an interesting position, with No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg showing obvious stardom, but the rest of the roster on a separate timeline.

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Jason Kidd Speaks Out on Anthony Davis' Decision After Injury in Mavericks Game

Anthony Davis sustained a hand injury on Thursday night as the Dallas Mavericks suffered a 116-114 loss to the Utah Jazz. The 10-time All-Star was forced to exit the game late in the fourth quarter after sustaining an injury to his left hand.

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Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.

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Carmelo Anthony Sends Warning to Hawks Over Anthony Davis Trade Rumor

There’s a 6’10” trade target in Dallas as the NBA trade deadline approaches. The Atlanta Hawks have their sights set on Anthony Davis for a potential in-season trade.

Dallas Mavericks News / Last Word On Sports / January 9

Mavs $175.4 Million Trade Chip Suffers Untimely Injury

Just when the Dallas Mavericks believe they’ve weathered the storm, $175.4 million man Anthony Davis proves that their wishful thinking is nothing but that.

NBA News / Mavs Moneyball / January 9

Player Grades: Recapping Mavericks vs. Jazz

Coming off a tight win Tuesday night, the Dallas Mavericks took on the Utah Jazz looking for continued success, but lost a 116-114 contest in Salt Lake City similar to their last matchup with the Jazz when they allowed a big run to let one get away.

Anthony Davis News / Hoops Wire / January 9

Mavericks’ Anthony Davis suffers left hand injury

Mavericks star big man Anthony Davis suffered a left hand injury late in Thursday’s two-point loss at Utah, an issue that forced him out during the closing minutes.

Anthony Davis News / Hoops Rumors / January 9

Mavs’ Anthony Davis Suffers Left Hand Injury Thursday

Mavericks forward/center Anthony Davis suffered a left hand injury late in the fourth quarter of Thursday’s two-point loss at Utah. The injury appeared to occur when he was defending Lauri Markkanen on a drive (Twitter video link).

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Anthony Davis News / Hoops Wire / January 9

Hawks unlikely to trade for Mavericks’ Anthony Davis ahead of deadline

A midseason swing for Anthony Davis doesn’t appear to be in the cards for the Hawks right now. NBA sources tell Grant Afseth of Dallas Hoops Journal that Atlanta is not viewed as an imminent trade suitor for the Mavericks star, barring a significant shift in its willingness to include more value in a deal.

Cooper Flagg News / EssentiallySports / January 8

Is Cooper Flagg Participating in the NBA Dunk Contest? Mavs Rookie Hints All-Star Weekend Plan

The Slam Dunk Contest is one of the NBA’s most well-known festivities during the All-Star Weekend. Many rookies usually participate in the event, and now, with one of the most highly-touted rookies in years, fans naturally wonder if Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg intends to join the event.

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Dallas Mavericks hoping avenge another loss, this time against Utah Jazz

The Dallas Mavericks are in the middle of a three-game road trip. They just beat the Sacramento Kings in a 100-98 barn-burner in which the Mavs only led for about three minutes.

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The Warriors want Anthony Davis, but it's going to cost them another star

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