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Mavericks news: Jason Kidd shuts down concern over limited Dereck Lively II minutes

The Dallas Mavericks will be dealing with a few injury woes to start the 2025-26 campaign. Kyrie Irving will be out until the start of the next calendar year, and Daniel Gafford joined him on the sidelines after the shot-blocking big man sprained his ankle on the very first day of training camp.

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Three things as the Mavericks finish their preseason against the Lakers

The Mavericks are in Las Vegas Wednesday night for a “home” game against the Los Angeles Lakers. Both teams are adapting to new looks, but one of the two squads have had more rotation players suit up than the other.

Dallas Mavericks News / EssentiallySports / October 15

Nico Harrison Issues Statement on Jason Kidd’s Mavs Extension

As of today, Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd has signed a multiyear extension with the team. Though the exact terms of the deal remain unknown, the deal signals Dallas’ confidence in Kidd’s ability to guide the team through the Western Conference and to the NBA Finals, as he had done in 2024.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 14

West Notes: Mavericks, Jason Kidd, Kings, Devin Carter, Jazz

Jason Kidd isn’t going anywhere. The Mavericks announced a multiyear contract extension for their head coach, as first reported by Marc Stein of The Stein Line.

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Mavericks, Jason Kidd agree to multi-year contract extension ahead of coach's fifth season in Dallas · CBSSports.com

Mavericks sign Jason Kidd to multiyear coaching extension, per report · CBSSports.com

Source: Mavs sign Kidd to multiyear extension · ESPN

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Dallas Mavericks News / NBA Analysis Network / October 14

Brian Windhorst says Cooper Flagg’s skills better than 2003 LeBron James, ‘frankly it was a disaster’

The Dallas Mavericks lucked out and won the 2025 NBA Draft lottery which netted them Cooper Flagg. Cooper Flagg looks every bit of a No. 1 overall pick.

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The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history

Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.

Anthony Davis News / NBA Analysis Network / October 14

Anthony Davis gives blunt response on whether playing against the LA Lakers ‘is a thing’ for him

Anthony Davis has very little patience for people asking him about playing against the Los Angeles Lakers. The Los Angeles Lakers pulled off what many consider the most shocking trade in NBA history earlier this year, as they sent Anthony Davis to the Mavericks for Luka Doncic.

Jason Kidd News / Larry Brown Sports / October 14

Notable news emerges about Jason Kidd

The Dallas Mavericks are fully committed to their guy. Dallas announced in a post to social media on Tuesday that they have officially agreed to a contract extension with head coach Jason Kidd.

Jason Kidd News / Field Level Media / October 14

Report: Mavericks coach Jason Kidd signs multiyear extension

Dallas Mavericks coach Jason Kidd signed a multiyear extension with the club, ESPN reported Tuesday. Terms weren't immediately divulged. Kidd made $8.5 million last season.

NFL News / Scoop B / October 14

Drew Brees Offers Insight on Pelicans’ Potential and Anthony Davis’ Success

New Orleans Saints legend Drew Brees recently shared his thoughts on the city’s NBA franchise, the New Orleans Pelicans, and commented on the career trajectory of former Pelican star Anthony Davis.

Jason Kidd News / Yardbarker / October 14

Mavericks make big decision about Jason Kidd's future in Dallas

This is huge news for Kidd and the Mavericks.

Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg already showing leadership qualities

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Jason Kidd News / Hoops Rumors / October 14

Mavericks fully commit to Jason Kidd after other teams tried to steal him away

The length of the extension has not been revealed, but Dallas made its intentions to retain Kidd clear this offseason.

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Cooper Flagg News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 14

Projected No. 1 overall pick AJ Dybantsa gives Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg scouting report

As the Dallas Mavericks prepare to open the 2025-26 NBA season next Wednesday against the San Antonio Spurs, projected 2026 No. 1 overall pick AJ Dybantsa offered his scouting report on rookie forward Cooper Flagg — a player he has known and competed against since their early basketball days in New England.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 14

Former Mavericks owner Mark Cuban claims he wouldn’t have cared if Luka Doncic had a shady side deal like Kawhi Leonard

One storyline for the Dallas Mavericks in recent weeks has been the outspoken support of former team owner Mark Cuban for the Los Angeles Clippers as they deal with the ongoing Kawhi Leonard no-show deal scandal.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA Draft on SI / October 14

Two Undrafted Rookies Show Flashes in Dallas Mavericks' Preseason Win

Unsurprisingly, Mavericks rookie and top pick Cooper Flagg steals the show each time he steps onto the court during the NBA Preseason. Flagg isn't the only first-year player on Dallas' roster making noise in the preseason, though.

Dallas Mavericks News / The SportsRush / October 14

Mark Cuban Shuts Down Theories of Salary Cap Circumvention for Dirk Nowitzki’s 2014 Deal

While Steve Ballmer and Kawhi Leonard have mostly avoided discussing the scandal around Kawhi’s deal with Aspiration that allegedly circumvented the salary cap, one person who has continued talking about it is Mark Cuban.

Anthony Davis News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / October 14

Anthony Davis thrives in new role in Mavs-Jazz preseason, but still raises concern

The Dallas Mavericks took home their second win of the preseason on Monday night, beating the Utah Jazz 114-101. It was the best game we've seen some Anthony Davis thus far in this reworked offense, as he had 25 points, 6 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals, and 2 blocks.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / October 14

Dallas Mavericks give hint at desperately needed uniform addition

The Dallas Mavericks are a little more than a week away from starting the 2025-26 season. There's a mix of excitement and reservation in the air, as people can't wait to watch first overall pick Cooper Flagg, but they're worried Nico Harrison's experiment is going to blow up in the team's face.

Kyrie Irving News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / October 14

Do Dallas Mavericks have a point guard problem?

The Dallas Mavericks are going into the season with All-Star point guard Kyrie Irving on the sidelines. Irving, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2011 NBA Draft, is recovering from a torn ACL that will keep him out until January at the earliest.

Dallas Mavericks News / Sneakers on SI / October 14

Mark Cuban Wore Kyrie Irving's Shoes in Pablo Torre Showdown

Investigative journalist Pablo Torre has uncovered some of the most intriguing sports stories of the past year. The Pablo Torre Finds Out podcast shook up the NBA thanks to its reporting on a possible salary cap scandal involving Kawhi Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers.

Dallas Mavericks News / Total Apex Sports / October 14

Dallas Mavericks Head Into 2025-26 Season with Low Expectations

The Dallas Mavericks are heading into the 2025-26 NBA season with rather low expectations. Kyrie Irving will miss a chunk of the season as he recovers from a torn ACL in his left knee he suffered in March.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / October 14

Dallas Mavericks Defeat Utah Jazz In Preseason Tilt

The Dallas Mavericks played their third preseason game against the Utah Jazz in Salt Lake City on Monday night. Dallas defeated the Jazz 114-101 at the Delta Center.

Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / October 13

Cooper Flagg already showing leadership qualities

Cooper Flagg is not your prototypical No. 1 overall pick.

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Dante Exum News / Hoops Rumors / October 11

Mavericks guard sidelined by right knee soreness

Dallas Mavericks guard Dante Exum is dealing with pain in his right knee that has limited his availability in practice and caused him to miss his second straight preseason game on Saturday, according to Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News (X link).