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Player Grades: Recapping the Mavericks vs. the Bulls

Game 82 is in the books for the Dallas Mavericks, as they took on the Chicago Bulls Sunday night in what resulted in a 149-128 win. The Mavericks finish the season with a 26-56 record, good for either the seventh or eighth worst record in the league, as the Mavs and Pelicans end the season with identical records and will need to go to a coin flip.

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How many of the NBA players to make at least five three-pointers off the bench at least 20 times in their career can you name in five minutes?

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25 NBA players who were ahead of their time

NBA history is full of players who were perfectly of their era, possessing the right skills and attributes to thrive during their time. There are also plenty of guys whose careers might have played out differently had they been born years later.

Ryan Nembhard News / Field Level Media / April 12

Ryan Nembhard totals 23 assists as Mavericks roll past Bulls

Ryan Nembhard notched the second-most assists in a game in Dallas history as the Mavericks defeated the visiting Chicago Bulls 149-128 on Sunday. Nembhard fell narrowly short of a triple-double in the season-ending clash, chalking up 15 points, nine rebounds and 23 assists.

Cooper Flagg News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / April 12

Mavericks' Cooper Flagg Ruled Out With Injury in Season Finale Against Bulls

It's the finale game of the disastrous 2025-26 regular season for the Dallas Mavericks, and it reached a fitting end on Sunday evening. The only thing

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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.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Rumors / April 12

Patrick Dumont Discusses State Of The Mavericks

Patrick Dumont has experienced the extreme highs and lows of NBA ownership in his 27 months as governor of the Mavericks, from a trip to the NBA Finals to the drama surrounding former president Nico Harrison after his controversial decision to trade Luka Doncic.

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Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / April 12

Mavericks Owner Provides Update on GM Search, Emphasizes Importance of Offseason

The Dallas Mavericks will play the final game of the regular season on Sunday night against the Chicago Bulls, but they've been eliminated from postseason contention for weeks now.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Wire / April 12

Mavericks owner Patrick Dumont on GM rumors: I can’t talk to anyone without permission

Mavericks owner Patrick Dumont is hearing the same rumors as everyone else. He’s just not engaging with them. Amid speculation linking Dallas to high-profile executives such as the Thunder’s Sam Presti and Celtics’ Brad Stevens, Dumont made it clear those conversations aren’t happening.

Dallas Mavericks News / Total Pro Sports / April 12

Patrick Dumont Sets Clear Timeline for Dallas Mavericks GM Search

With Patrick Dumont taking charge, the Dallas Mavericks front office reset is officially in motion. After a season of change and transition, the franchise is now locked into one clear priority: find the right voice to lead the basketball side long-term.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 12

Is Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg playing in final game of season vs. Bulls?

On Sunday evening, the Dallas Mavericks will hit the floor for the final time in the 2025-26 NBA season for a home game against the Chicago Bulls. The Mavericks have several players on the injury report, but thankfully, rookie Cooper Flagg is not one of them.

Dallas Mavericks News / EssentiallySports / April 12

'He’s Really, Really Frustrated': Patrick Dumont Breaks Silence on Mark Cuban’s Mavs Ownership Comment

Mark Cuban, telling the Intersections podcast that he regretted who he sold the Dallas Mavericks to, handed Patrick Dumont a grenade with the pin still in.

Cooper Flagg News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / April 11

Mavericks Send Strong Message Regarding Cooper Flagg’s Rookie Season

Cooper Flagg has had a sensational rookie season with the Dallas Mavericks, and there is only one game remaining. He's averaging 21.2 PPG, 6.7 RPG, and 4.6 APG, as well as over 2.0 stocks per game.

NBA News / AirJordanChronicles / April 11

Jason Kidd Pushes Back on Kon Knueppel’s ROTY Hype With Blunt Take

Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel have been fighting for one of the closest ROTY battles in recent years. Just when it looked like one player was ahead, the debate took another turn, as Jason Kidd stepped in with an unfiltered take.

Dwight Powell News / Last Word On Sports / April 11

Dwight Powell Winds Back the Clock in Mavericks Defeat

Cometh the hour, cometh the man. After Marvin Bagley III was limited to eight minutes last night due to “left shoulder impingement,” Dallas Mavericks fans were treated to a vintage Dwight Powell performance.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 10

Mavericks’ Jason Kidd plainly lays out why Cooper Flagg, not Kon Knueppel, should win ROTY

With Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Rookie a candidate for Rookie of the Year, there’s no doubt a massive debate is being had between him and Charlotte Hornets’ Kon Knueppel.

Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / April 10

Mavericks may pull a shocker with their new GM hire

The Dallas Mavericks could be taking a page out of the book of Brad Stevens and the Boston Celtics. Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd is “very interested”

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 10

Tiered lottery proposal could solve NBA's tanking problem

NBA commissioner Adam Silver has proposed changes to the league's draft lottery to discourage teams from losing on purpose. Now there's a new wrinkle that could dramatically change the incentives for losing.

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Anthony Davis breaks silence on disappointment following Wizards trade

NBA fines Orlando Magic $25,000 after Pistons game

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Dallas Mavericks News / Last Word On Sports / April 10

What The Dallas Mavericks’ Last Two Games Mean

The NBA season is a marathon, not a sprint. With two games to go, it’s nearly time for the Dallas Mavericks to collapse in an exhausted heap after crossing the finish line.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 10

NBA Announces Mistake in Mavericks' Loss to Suns

The Dallas Mavericks suffered their second straight loss on Wednesday, falling to the Phoenix Suns 112-107 in their showdown at the Mortgage Matchup Center.

Klay Thompson News / Total Apex Sports / April 8

Klay Thompson Finally Vents Frustration About Dallas Mavericks

NBA veteran Klay Thompson finally vented his frustration about his current team, the Dallas Mavericks, after widespread speculation. Here’s what you need to know about Thompson’s much-anticipated vent.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 8

Spurs fans receive Victor Wembanyama injury update ahead of Mavericks clash

The San Antonio Spurs will enter Wednesday night's game against the Portland Trail Blazers without two key players. Victor Wembanyama sat out after taking a rib contusion during Monday's contest, and Stephon Castle remained sidelined with soreness in his right knee.

Spurs' Victor Wembanyama gets encouraging update amid tight NBA MVP race

Pistons make late Cade Cunningham decision before Bucks game

Luka Doncic makes unexpected move following unfortunate Lakers injury news

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NBA News / Yardbarker / April 8