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Dirk Nowitzki gives insight into updated relationship with Dallas Mavericks

Dirk Nowitzki's relationship with the Dallas Mavericks isn't what it used to be for a few different reasons, whether it be the firing of beloved athletic trainer Casey Smith or the Luka Doncic trade.

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Dwyane Wade Fires Back At Mark Cuban Over Allegations Of 2006 NBA Finals Being Rigged

The 2006 NBA Finals featured a showdown between two teams aiming to make history by winning their first-ever NBA title. The Miami Heat came out on top, but former Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban recently suggested that this win was determined by external forces.

PJ Washington News / BasketballNews.com / September 4

Mavericks re-sign P.J. Washington to four-year, $90 million extension

The Dallas Mavericks have agreed to a four-year, $90 million contract extension with forward P.J. Washington, locking in a key two-way starter through the 2029–30 season, his agency confirmed.

Dallas Mavericks News / Athlon Sports / September 3

Dwyane Wade Speaks Out on Mark Cuban’s 2006 NBA Finals Claims: 'It Was Stolen'

During the 2005-06 NBA season, the Miami Heat were a force to be reckoned with, as they were headlined by a slimmed-down Shaquille O'Neal playing at an MVP level and a rising star in the form of Dwyane Wade, who was taking the league by storm.

Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '2024-25 NBA double-double leaders' quiz

How many of the NBA players to record 10 or more double-doubles in the 2024-25 NBA seasons can you name in six minutes?

The 'NBA 10-block triple-doubles' quiz

The 'Most points in an NBA Christmas Day game' quiz

The 'NBA assist champions' quiz

Dallas Mavericks News / Last Word On Sports / September 3

Mavericks Sign Elite Wing To $90 Million Deal

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks entered a rare position. They hold the No. 1 pick in Cooper Flagg while still competing for titles. Kyrie Irving’s torn ACL ruined last season.

Cooper Flagg News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / September 3

Cooper Flagg will be Mavericks' best player very soon, if he isn't already

Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg is going into his rookie season as a complementary piece to Anthony Davis, but that shouldn't be the case for long.

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The '2,000-rushing yard NFL seasons' quiz

The 'NFL sack leaders since 2021' quiz

The 'College football color teams' quiz

The 'NFL QB season rushing leaders' quiz

Dallas Mavericks News / Athlon Sports / September 3

Mavericks Make $90 Million Decision Before NBA Season

With less than two months left until the start of the 2025-26 NBA season, a lot of eyes will be on the Dallas Mavericks as they look to return to the playoffs.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Rumors / September 3

Mavs agree to four-year extension with former first-rounder

Mavericks agree to four-year extension with former first-round pick

The Mavericks and forward P.J. Washington have agreed to a four-year, $90M contract extension.

Klay Thompson plans to play in different league after his NBA career

Who are the 25 best shooters in the NBA right now?

The 'NBA No. 1 draft pick and Rookie of the Year' quiz

Klay Thompson News / Fastbreak on SI / September 3

Mavs Star Klay Thompson Hints at Plans After the NBA

Klay Thompson still has years left on his contract with the Dallas Mavericks, but the veteran sharpshooter might have his post-NBA plans already mapped out.

Dirk Nowitzki News / Dallas Hoops Journal / September 2

'I’m Always a Phone Call Away:' Dirk Nowitzki Opens Up About Role With Dallas Mavericks After Luka Dončić Trade

The Dallas Mavericks didn’t consult franchise icon Dirk Nowitzki before trading Luka Dončić to the Los Angeles Lakers during the 2024-25 NBA season. Nowitzki doesn’t have a big role with the Mavericks right now, but he told Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News that he’s “always a phone call away” if the franchise wants to speak with him.

Klay Thompson News / Larry Brown Sports / September 2

Klay Thompson plans to play in different league after his NBA career

Klay Thompson is planning to trade 5-on-5 for 3-on-3 after his NBA career is over. NBA champion Cooper was teammates with Klay’s father Mychal on the Los Angeles Lakers in the 1980s.

Video shows fan confronting Nico Harrison at restaurant

Who are the 25 best shooters in the NBA right now?

The 'Most three-pointers made in the NBA' quiz

Dante Exum News / Fastbreak on SI / September 2

Dallas Mavericks Finally Take Free Agent Off NBA Market

The Dallas Mavericks have formed a late-offseason reunion with their veteran guard, Dante Exum. The signing was expected, as it was reportedly agreed to back in early July.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 2

Mavericks officially re-sign guard after Olivier-Maxence Prosper move

The Dallas Mavericks have officially re-signed guard Dante Exum, the team announced Tuesday. Exum and the Mavs initially agreed to a one-year contract in early July.

Klay Thompson News / HITC / September 2

Klay Thompson admits he must embrace Mavericks role he never had with Warriors

Klay Thompson remains confident in the Dallas Mavericks’ squad heading into next season, even with Kyrie Irving sidelined. With Irving unavailable, Thompson will be expected to take on a larger role until the guard is fit again.

Mavericks Around the Web

Dwyane Wade claps back at Mark Cuban for saying 2006 Finals were stolen from Mavericks: 'It wasn't rigged' · CBSSports.com

Hall of Fame guard claps back at Mark Cuban over controversial comments regarding 2006 Finals · Sporting News

P.J. Washington signs extension with Mavs: Forward inks $90 million deal to remain in Dallas long-term · CBSSports.com

Mavs' Washington agrees to four-year, $90M deal · ESPN

P.J. Washington’s contract details with Mavericks: How much did Dallas sign Washington for? · Sporting News

Dante Exum News / Hoops Rumors / September 1

Mavericks re-sign former first-round pick

September 1: Nearly two months after his deal was first reported, Exum has re-signed with Dallas, per NBA.com’s official transactions log. As we detailed in a separate story, the Mavs opened up cap space and a roster spot by waiving and stretching Prosper.

Nico Harrison News / Larry Brown Sports / September 1

Video shows fan confronting Nico Harrison at restaurant

Nico Harrison is still not off the hook with the Dallas Mavericks fanbase. Video went viral over the weekend of a fan confronting the Mavericks general manager and president of basketball operations Harrison, who was eating at a restaurant at the time.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 30