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Dallas Mavericks Make Things Interesting, But Lose To Philadelphia 76ers

The Dallas Mavericks rang in the New Year with a home game against the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday. However, Philadelphia spoiled the party with a 123-108 win over the Mavericks at the American Airlines Center.

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The Dallas Mavericks, losers of three straight, kicked off 2026 by hosting the 76ers on Thursday night. Looking to draw even in their season series with Philadelphia, Dallas instead extended their overall losing streak with a 123-108 loss.

NBA News / Mavs Moneyball / January 1

Stats Rundown: 6 numbers to know from the Mavericks’ 123-108 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers

The Dallas Mavericks (12-23) looked lost Thursday in a 123-108 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers (18-14) at American Airlines Center. The offense was sluggish.

NBA News / Mavs Moneyball / January 1

Mavericks vs 76ers Final Score: Dallas verb Philadelphia, 123-108

The Dallas Mavericks fell to the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday night, 123-108. Tyrese Maxey once again roasted Dallas, scoring 34 points to go along with eight rebounds and 10 assists.

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The Dallas Mavericks were back at home to start the New Year, returning from losing all three games on a road trip out West against the Golden State Warriors, Sacramento Kings, and Portland Trail Blazers.

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Anthony Davis Trade News: Mavericks Put Warriors, Hawks On Notice With Final Decision On Star

Anthony Davis’ time in Dallas has been defined by stop-start momentum and mounting injury concerns, with availability again becoming a question. While Luka Doncic has grown into a franchise pillar for the LA Lakers a year after the split, Davis is still searching for rhythm with the Dallas Mavericks.

Daniel Gafford News / Hoops Wire / January 1

Report: Hawks express interest in Mavericks’ Daniel Gafford

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Anthony Davis, Joel Embiid set for first matchup since 2023 in Mavericks-76ers

The Dallas Mavericks will start the new year with a game against the Philadelphia 76ers, hoping to break a three-game losing streak, and also hoping to make up for losing to the 76ers a few weeks ago.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA Draft on SI / January 1

Mavericks Land Point Guard Pairing for Cooper Flagg in Latest Mock Draft

With the various reports of the Mavericks’ seemingly offloading Anthony Davis in the coming months comes a much more positive thought: Dallas is ready to build around Cooper Flagg.

NBA News / Mavs Moneyball / December 31

Three new year’s resolutions the Mavericks can start against the 76ers

The Dallas Mavericks (12-22) have returned home from their recent winless road trip for a New Years Day bout with the Philadelphia 76ers (17-14). Dallas, who has struggled mightily on the road this season, managed to lose to the Warriors, Kings and Blazers while on their California trip.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 31

Top rookies face off as Mavericks host 76ers

After ending 2025 on a sour note, the Dallas Mavericks hope that flipping the calendar leads to a surge of new success. The Mavericks begin the new year with a matchup against Tyrese Maxey and the visiting Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday.

Anthony Davis News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / December 31

Mavericks have reached out to Warriors for potential Anthony Davis trade

The Dallas Mavericks seem to be shopping around star forward/center Anthony Davis ahead of February's trade deadline, which is for the best considering his injury history and contract.

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Anthony Davis News / Hoops Wire / December 31

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