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'A King Went': Mavs President Pays Respect to Luka Doncic, Sends Message to Cooper Flagg

In June 2025, with the fan base still raw from the trade, then-general manager Nico Harrison stood at a podium and said he believed drafting the No. 1 pick, Cooper Flagg, would help heal his relationship with Mavericks fans.

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Masai Ujiri views ‘little prince’ Cooper Flagg turning into Dallas’ ‘king’

In his introductory press conference, Dallas Mavericks team president and alternate governor Masai Ujiri addressed one of the most talked-about aspects of the team over the past two seasons: the departure of Luka Doncic and the arrival of Cooper Flagg.

Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / May 5

Jason Kidd not guaranteed to return as Mavericks coach

New Dallas Mavericks team president Masai Ujiri gave Jason Kidd some reason to sweat on Tuesday. Ujiri was introduced as the new Mavericks president, and one of the topics he was asked to address was Kidd’s future as head coach.

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The '20-point, 15-rebound Game 7's' quiz

How many of the players in NBA history to score at least 20 points and haul in at least 15 rebounds in Game 7 of a postseason series since the NBA/ABA merger can you name in five minutes?

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The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history

In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / May 5

Mark Cuban Gives Honest Reaction to Mavericks Hiring Masai Ujiri

The Dallas Mavericks have brought on Masai Ujiri to be the team's new president and alternate governor, which is exactly the kind of splashy move Patrick Dumont wanted to make.

Masai Ujiri News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / May 5

Dallas Mavericks May Not Be Done Adding to Front Office After Masai Ujiri Hire

The Dallas Mavericks made the big splashy front office hire they were looking for on Monday, as it was announced that Masai Ujiri will take over as Team President and Alternate Governor.

NBA News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / May 5

Could Mavericks Hiring Masai Ujiri Put Jason Kidd's Job in Jeopardy?

The Dallas Mavericks announced a massive move on Monday, hiring Masai Ujiri as team president and alternate governor. Ujiri led the Toronto Raptors to their lone championship in franchise history in 2019, and Patrick Dumont believes Ujiri can get it done with the Mavs.

Max Christie News / Mavs Moneyball / May 5

Max Christie just had the best year of his young career — but is he part of the Mavericks’ core?

If Cormac Karl “Max” Christie had put up the numbers he put up in 2025-26 in support of a team battling for playoff positioning down the stretch, Dallas Mavericks fans would be calling him one of the most underrated players in the NBA.

Dallas Mavericks News / Total Pro Sports / May 4

Dallas Mavericks Land Championship Architect as Franchise Makes Major Front Office Move

Of what has been triggered after a blockbuster Luka Doncic trade, or what they like to call in Dallas, the words trade in the franchise’s history, the Mavericks have finally found their new face.

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The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career

LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.

Cooper Flagg News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / May 4

Dallas Mavericks to Run Back Same Draft Lottery Formula That Won Them Cooper Flagg

We are six days away from the NBA holding its annual draft lottery. For the second year in a row, the Dallas Mavericks are hoping to make a big jump up to the first pick.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 4

Carmelo Anthony hits Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg with ‘no ceiling’ praise

On Monday, the Dallas Mavericks made headlines by hiring Masai Ujiri to lead their new front office regime. Ujiri was the architect of the 2019 Toronto Raptors championship team and will be joining a Dallas organization that is currently rebuilding around Cooper Flagg.

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / May 4

Mavericks hire Masai Ujiri as top basketball exec: ‘We will win’

Big swing by the Dallas Mavericks, and they finally got their guy. Dallas has named Masai Ujiri president and alternate governor, handing him control of basketball operations after months of searching following the dismissal of Nico Harrison back in November.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA Draft on SI / May 4

Mavericks’ Front Office Hire Could Change NBA Draft Outlook

Per a Monday bombshell from ESPN’s Shams Charania, the Dallas Mavericks are officially hiring Masai Ujiri as the franchise’s newest Team President and Alternate Governor. The decision comes after Dallas chose to part ways with Nico Harrison, who was part of the debacle that sent superstar Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / May 4

Mavericks land big-name replacement for Nico Harrison

The Mavericks franchise has a strong core in place, led by Cooper Flagg, and another lottery pick coming their way this season.

The 'NBA's youngest 35-point scorers' quiz

Mark Cuban News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 4

Mark Cuban breaks silence on failed attempt to buy back Mavericks

For years, Mark Cuban was a fixture at courtside for the Dallas Mavericks. He especially enjoyed the playoffs, where his competitiveness went into overdrive.

Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / May 4

Grading the Mavericks: Cooper Flagg shines, Nico Harrison flames out in a wild 2026 season

The Mavericks ended the year 26-56, a 12th-place finish in the West. They split their final two games with a loss to San Antonio (139-120) and a win at home against Chicago (149-128).

Mark Cuban News / Field Level Media / May 1

Mark Cuban says he tried to buy Mavericks back

Mark Cuban hasn't exactly hidden his feelings about the direction of the Dallas Mavericks since he sold his majority equity of the franchise in 2023. In an interview on a forthcoming episode of Front Office Sports' "Portfolio Players" podcast, Cuban admitted he tried to buy his way back into majority ownership from the Adelson family.

Dallas Mavericks News / Athlon Sports / May 1

Mavericks Face Concern Over Rejection Days Before NBA Draft

The NBA Draft is just 10 days away, and the Dallas Mavericks are still without a general manager. While they have been actively searching for a top executive, their latest pursuit has suffered an unfortunate setback.

Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / April 30

Dirk Nowitzki had a great message after Cooper Flagg’s Rookie of the Year win

The greatest ever to wear a Dallas Mavericks uniform had nothing but great words to say about the franchise’s potential next GOAT. With Cooper Flagg winning the 2025-26 NBA Rookie of the Year Award, Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki shared his admittedly biased take on the Mavs youngster’s impressive first year in the Association.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Rumors / April 29

Cooper Flagg looks ahead as he accepts Rookie of the Year Award

Cooper Flagg said he’s typically gotten some advance notice when he’s won major awards in the past, but he had no idea what the results were going to be as he watched the Rookie of the Year announcement on Monday.

Cooper Flagg named Rookie of the Year over Kon Knueppel

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Mark Cuban News / The Spun / April 29

Mark Cuban Predicts Big Change Is Coming To NBA After Lottery Shift

Former Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban believes a big change is coming to the NBA following the lottery change. The NBA is set to make drastic changes to the lottery rules.