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The Dallas Mavericks were arguably the most disappointing team in the NBA through the first few weeks. At 9-16, their postseason hopes don't look good, as they are reportedly open to exploring an Anthony Davis trade.

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Pistons linked to Anthony Davis trade, but no talks with Mavericks yet

The Detroit Pistons have been one of the biggest positive surprise stories of the 2025-26 NBA season so far, currently sitting in first place in the Eastern Conference more than a fourth of the way into the campaign.

Klay Thompson News / Hoops Wire / December 10

Klay Thompson would prefer contender if Mavericks explore trade

Klay Thompson joined the Mavericks to chase another deep postseason run next to Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving. That vision has shifted, and according to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Thompson would prefer to land with a contender if Dallas decides to explore his market.

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The 'Active six-three-pointer NBA game leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players to make six three-pointers in a single game on at least 15 occasions in their career can you name in eight minutes?

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Dallas Mavericks News / Total Apex Sports / December 10

Mavericks Lose Promising Center Dereck Lively For Rest Of 2025-2026 Season

Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II will miss the rest of the 2025-2026 NBA season. Lively will undergo surgery to relieve lingering pain in his right foot.

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Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / December 10

NBA Notes: Mavericks, Dereck Lively II, Spurs, Dylan Harper, Suns

Dallas received difficult but expected news on Tuesday. Center Dereck Lively II will undergo a procedure on his right foot and is out for the rest of the season, per ESPN’s Shams Charania and Tim MacMahon.

Dereck Lively II News / Field Level Media / December 10

Mavs C Dereck Lively II to have season-ending foot surgery

Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II will undergo season-ending surgery on his right foot, the team announced Wednesday. Per the Mavericks, Lively is expected to make a full recovery and be available for the start of training camp for the 2026-27 season.

Dallas Mavericks News / EssentiallySports / December 10

Mavericks Star Ruled Out for the Season Leaving Anthony Davis Trade in Question

The Dallas Mavericks are struggling with a 9-16 record, sitting just four spots above the bottom of the West. It’s far from what the franchise expected, and several issues have played a part.

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Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Rumors / December 10

Mavs’ Dereck Lively to undergo season-ending foot surgery

Dereck Lively II will undergo a procedure to address ongoing discomfort in his right foot, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania and Tim MacMahon, who report (via Twitter) that the Mavericks center will miss the rest of the season as a result of the surgery.

Dallas Mavericks News / HITC / December 10

Mavericks fans love Kyrie Irving and Anthony Davis building chemistry, ‘Let’s work…’

Dallas Mavericks fans, maybe all that struggle to start the season was worth it! It’s safe to say that the Dallas Mavericks have had a rough go of it this season.

Cooper Flagg News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / December 10

Mavericks' Cooper Flagg building Rookie of the Year case

The Dallas Mavericks are home to Cooper Flagg, the No. 1 overall pick, who is in the running towards becoming the Rookie of the Year. Flagg is averaging 17.3 points per game so far this season, which is why CBS Sports writer Sam Quinn listed him as the favorite to be the league's Rookie of the Year.

Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / December 10

Grading the Mavericks: basketball is fun again

The Mavericks were 2-1 again this past week and jumped to 11th place in the West. They beat Miami (118-108) at home on Wednesday before going to Oklahoma City, where they got whooped by the Thunder (132-111).

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / December 10

NBA Finals participant interested in trading for Mavericks veteran

The NBA trade season is nearly upon us. A lot of the people who signed contracts or extensions this offseason are eligible to be traded on December 15th, which opens up a lot of possibilities for trades.

Mark Cuban News / NBA Analysis Network / December 10

Mark Cuban shuts down rumors that Dallas Mavericks star will retire at the end of the season

With the Dallas Mavericks in disarray, rumors emerged that one of their stars was contemplating retirement, only for Mark Cuban to deny these rumors. The Dallas Mavericks find themselves in a difficult position this season, having started things very poorly to begin their campaign.

Daniel Gafford News / Hoops Wire / December 10

Pacers need a center and Mavericks’ Daniel Gafford might be the answer

The Pacers appear ready to address their hole in the middle, and Mavericks big man Daniel Gafford is rising to the top of their list. Indiana has been surveying the market for centers after losing Myles Turner to Milwaukee in free agency.

Mark Cuban News / Larry Brown Sports / December 10

Mark Cuban refutes rumor that Mavericks fan favorite is ‘likely to retire’

Mark Cuban was quick to nip an unconfirmed report in the bud on Tuesday, which claimed one Dallas Mavericks player was on the verge of retirement. A report

Dallas Mavericks News / Total Apex Sports / December 9

Who the Dallas Mavericks Would (and Wouldn’t) Trade

This season hasn’t heavily favored the Dallas Mavericks, despite the public’s expectations surrounding the team. The Mavs have shown fight in recent weeks, entering the NBA Cup week with a 9-16 record, winning four of their last five games with wins over the Miami Heat, Denver Nuggets, and Houston Rockets.

Cooper Flagg News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 9