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Max Christie proving to be Mavericks’ only positive of Luka Doncic trade

Ahead of the 2025 NBA trade deadline, the Dallas Mavericks shocked the NBA world by trading Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers. In return, the Lakers sent Anthony Davis, Max Christie and a 2029 first round pick to Dallas.

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Rajon Rondo Claims His Toughest NBA Stint Was With the Dallas Mavericks

Recent sources reported that former NBA star Rajon Rondo claimed his toughest stint in the league was with the Dallas Mavericks. Here’s why. Rondo is one of the best point guards in NBA history.

Anthony Davis News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / November 27

Dallas Mavericks' Anthony Davis speaks out about trade rumors

The Dallas Mavericks seem to be aware that trading Anthony Davis is the best move for the future of the franchise. Cooper Flagg has to be the focal point, and Davis just doesn't fit the make-up of the current roster if he's going to insist on playing power forward.

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Kyrie Irving News / Hoops Rumors / November 27

Mavs reportedly not interested in trading Kyrie Irving

As trade speculation swirls around the struggling Mavericks in the wake of Nico Harrison‘s dismissal from the front office, ESPN’s Tim MacMahon said during Wednesday’s episode of the Howdy Partners podcast (YouTube link) that he doesn’t view point guard Kyrie Irving as a serious candidate to be moved during the 2025/26 season.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 27

Mavericks’ Mark Cuban refuses to stop 2006 NBA Finals ref complaints: ‘Dwyane Wade didn’t beat us’

Mark Cuban isn’t letting go of his 2006 NBA Finals grievances. The Dallas Mavericks minority owner continues to insist the championship was taken from his team, pointing fingers at the officiating rather than Miami’s performance.

Naji Marshall News / Mavs Moneyball / November 27

The underappreciated “whatever it takes” specialist, Naji Marshall

Despite the Dallas Mavericks losing and then losing some more, Naji Marshall’s toughness and understanding of the small things it takes to win was on display last week.

Anthony Davis News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 27

Mavericks rumors: Tim MacMahon is now calling an Anthony Davis trade a ‘likelihood’

The Dallas Mavericks have been waiting for the return of Anthony Davis, and it seems like he may be coming back soon. There have been a lot of talks about Davis and whether the Mavericks would trade him, but as of now, it looks like they’re just hoping to get him back on the court.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Wire / November 27

Mavericks not looking to trade Kyrie Irving; open on Anthony Davis

ESPN’s Tim MacMahon says the Mavericks have one clear stance as the trade market heats up. They are not looking to move Kyrie Irving. Irving opted out this summer and signed a new three year deal, locking him in through the 2027 season.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA Analysis Network / November 26

Jason Kidd says Dallas Mavericks have found ‘high level’ player who is learning from Kyrie Irving

While the Dallas Mavericks have fired general manager Nico Harrison, it hasn’t taken away from how bad this season has gone so far for the franchise. The Dallas Mavericks have gotten out to a poor 5-14 start, while Luka Doncic is dominating with the Los Angeles Lakers.

Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / November 26

Mavericks' Anthony Davis breaks silence on Nico Harrison's firing

Davis addressed Harrison’s firing publicly on Wednesday for the first time.

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Kyrie Irving News / The SportsRush / November 26

‘Mavericks Don’t Want To Trade Kyrie Irving’: Dallas Would Benefit From Being Bad This Season, Says Tim MacMahon

The Dallas Mavericks’ season went from bad to worse in the blink of an eye. At 5-13, they currently hold 14th place in an extremely competitive Western Conference.

NBA News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / November 26

Mavericks, Lakers could make another trade after Luka Doncic, Anthony Davis swap

The Dallas Mavericks are still shaking their heads nearly 10 months after trading Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers. However, a trade between the Lakers and Mavericks could make sense again, this time in a deal that benefits Dallas a little more.

NBA News / Yardbarker / November 26

Anthony Davis reacts to trade rumors, eyes return vs. Lakers

Mavericks' Anthony Davis reacts to trade rumors while eyeing return against Lakers

Trade rumors continue to swirl around Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis.

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Davis finally breaks silence on Mavericks firing Nico Harrison

Harrison's issues with team training staff still haunting Mavericks

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Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Wire / November 26

Mavericks’ Anthony Davis could return for weekend game in LA

Anthony Davis took part in Mavericks practice on Wednesday and is expected to be listed as questionable for Friday’s game against the Lakers, per Mike Curtis of the Dallas Morning News.

Rajon Rondo News / NBA Analysis Network / November 26

What ‘tough’ Dallas Mavericks spell did for Rajon Rondo, ‘It made me…’

NBA legend Rajon Rondo is considered among the finest point guards to ever play in the league. The Phoenix Suns originally drafted Rajon Rondo using the No.

Cooper Flagg News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / November 26

Cooper Flagg shares tough feelings with Mavericks' early season struggles

Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg is getting adjusted to the NBA, but he isn't off to the start he had hoped. The Mavs are 5-14 to start the season, which is already 10 more losses than he had in his lone season at Duke.

Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / November 26

Nico Harrison's issues with training staff still haunting Mavs

Nico Harrison's issues with team training staff still haunting Mavericks

As the Mavericks faces another injury setback with young center Dereck Lively II, it's fair to ask if Harrison's firing of team trainers helped lead to the team's massive injury issues.

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Dereck Lively II News / Field Level Media / November 25