Dallas Mavericks: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Cooper Flagg Sends Strong Message Ahead of Potential Jayson Tatum Faceoff

Cooper Flagg, the Dallas Mavericks rookie and No. 1 pick from the 2025 NBA Draft, is likely to go up against Jayson Tatum in the Mavericks’ Friday night game against the Boston Celtics.

Klay Thompson News / Last Word On Sports / March 6

Klay Thompson’s Future In Dallas Is Fading Away

Klay Thompson entered free agency in 2024 in need of a fresh start for his future. After missing two seasons with back-to-back ACL and Achilles injuries, he struggled to return to his “Splash Brother” prime.

Jayson Tatum News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Multiple 2K-point NBA seasons' quiz

How many of the NBA players with multiple 2,000-point season since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 can you name in six minutes?

The 'Single playoff-points leaders' quiz

The 'Most active 30-point NBA games' quiz

The '3-Point Era playoff scoring leaders' quiz

Dallas Mavericks News / Last Word On Sports / March 6

Flagg on the Play: Why Mavericks Rookie is Wasted at Point Guard

Jason Kidd is an excellent basketball coach. There is an argument to be made that he is second only to Rick Carlisle in the argument for the greatest Dallas Mavericks coach of all time.

NBA News / Yardbarker

Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

NBA News / Mavs Moneyball / March 6

3 things to consider as the Dallas Mavericks square off against the Boston Celtics

The Dallas Mavericks (21-41) head to the Garden Friday evening to square off against the near-league-leading Boston Celtics (41-21). It’s a quick turnaround after Thursday night’s game in Orlando, in which the Mavericks literally fumbled the win off an ugly inbounds pass with 1.4 seconds to go.

Cooper Flagg News / Hardwood Heroics / March 6

Dallas Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg Gets 100% Honest on Returning to the Court After 8-Game Absence

Cooper Flagg did fairly well in his first game back with the Dallas Mavericks after missing the previous eight due to a foot injury, as the Rookie of the Year frontrunner had 18 points, five rebounds, six assists, and four blocks on 7-for-22 shooting from the field in 26 minutes during their 115-114 road loss against the Orlando Magic yesterday.

Cooper Flagg News / Mavs Moneyball / March 5

Player Grades: Mavericks vs. Magic

The return of Cooper Flagg netted an all too familiar feeling for Mavericks fans; another clutch loss. The Mavericks fought hard all night, but as usual were unable to execute in the clutch, leading to the Magic stealing an improbable win.

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / March 5

Mavericks star rookie Cooper Flagg reaches major milestone at historic pace

If Dallas Mavericks star rookie Cooper Flagg's NBA debut season wasn't historic already, it just secured its place as one of the best ever on Thursday night.

Draymond Green under fire for a dirty move on Jabari Smith Jr.

'Other' Jaylin Williams paying off for Thunder

Stephen A. Smith reveals his choice for NBA Rookie of the Year

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander gets away with the most blatant charge of season

Kawhi Leonard is being linked to one new team in rumors

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The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

The 'NFL year-by-year sack leaders' quiz

The 'Active NFL carries leaders' quiz

The 'Most passing + rushing TD games' quiz

Dallas Mavericks News / Athlon Sports / March 5

Mavericks Announce Klay Thompson Injury Update Amid Cooper Flagg News

Cooper Flagg and Klay Thompson were both out of action for the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday as they suffered a deflating 117-90 blowout loss against the Charlotte Hornets.

Cooper Flagg News / Field Level Media / March 5

Mavs F Cooper Flagg (foot) set to return Thursday on minutes restriction

Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg was cleared for his return from a left midfoot sprain and is in uniform for Thursday's game in Orlando. Flagg, 19, plans to take the court against the Magic on Thursday after missing eight games.

PJ Washington News / Last Word On Sports / March 4

Why the Dallas Mavericks are Lucky to Have P.J. Washington

The Dallas Mavericks faithful have had it rough over the last year and a half. A devastating trade that broke up a Finals team, humbling injury after humbling injury and a roster full of would-be bench riders.

Nico Harrison News / Larry Brown Sports / March 3

Patrick Dumont responds to a fan’s comment about Nico Harrison

Patrick Dumont does not appear to have any regrets about his decision to make a GM change. The Dallas Mavericks governor and co-owner Dumont drew attention this week over his funny interaction with a Mavericks fan.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Wire / March 2

NBA Notes: Mavericks, Khris Middleton, Rockets, Tyus Jones, Darryn Peterson

Khris Middleton chose to remain with the Mavericks rather than pursue a buyout, and that makes sense. As relayed by The Stein Line’s Marc Stein, had Middleton negotiated a buyout, he would have forfeited his Bird rights — a key factor as he approaches unrestricted free agency this summer.

Ryan Nembhard News / Hoops Rumors / March 1

Mavs Promote Ryan Nembhard To Two-Year Standard Deal

March 1: Nembhard has officially been converted to a standard deal, the Mavericks announced (Twitter link). February 28: The Mavericks are promoting two-way guard Ryan Nembhard to a two-year standard contract that features a team option for 2026/27, league sources tell Marc Stein of The Stein Line (Twitter link).

Khris Middleton News / Hoops Wire / February 28

Khris Middleton to remain with Mavericks, declines buyout

Khris Middleton is staying put. The veteran forward has decided not to pursue a buyout and will finish the season with the Mavericks, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line.

Tyus Jones News / Hoops Rumors / February 28

Mavericks To Waive Tyus Jones

The Mavericks intend to waive point guard Tyus Jones, reports Marc Stein of The Stein Line (Twitter link). Because the move will happen before the end of the day on Sunday, Jones will retain his playoff eligibility for his next team.

Jalen Brunson News / Yardbarker / February 28

Jalen Brunson achieves Knicks history in big win over Bucks

Already able to make a case as one of the greatest New York Knicks players ever, Jalen Brunson made history while leading his team to a dominating win on Friday night.

Josh Hart hits back at an angry Knicks fan on social media

Tyrese Maxey passes Allen Iverson in major 76ers franchise milestone

Kings' Precious Achiuwa outduels Mavericks' Naji Marshall in sad tank-off

Lakers' Marcus Smart looked so fed up with Deandre Ayton

Clint Capela fires back at Ayton

Kyrie Irving News / Dallas Hoops Journal / February 27

Dallas Mavericks Co-Interim GM Reveals What Went Into Shutting Down Kyrie Irving For Season

Dallas Mavericks co-interim general manager Matt Riccardi joined Sportsradio 1310 The Ticket and the decision to shut down NBA star Kyrie Irving for the season was brought up.