Dallas Mavericks: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Dallas Mavericks News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Mavericks Champion J.J. Barea Lands NBA Coaching Gig

Shortly before retiring from a 14-year NBA career in 2019, point guard J.J. Barea moved back to his native Puerto Rico to be the head coach of the Indios de Mayagüez in the Baloncesto Superior Nacional.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 1

Former NBA champion to join Nuggets coaching staff

A popular former NBA champion has landed his first coaching job in the NBA.

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NBA News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / July 1

Nuggets hire 2011 Mavericks NBA champion to coaching staff

The Dallas Mavericks are in a tough situation of trying to build for the current/future, but they have shown close to zero desire to embrace the past.

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Dallas Mavericks News / Ball Exclusives / July 1

D’Angelo Russell signs 2-year, $13 million deal with Mavericks

The Dallas Mavericks’ rebuild from the Luka Doncic era is starting off strong. First, they brought in NBA champion and defensive specialist, Anthony Davis, in the trade with Doncic.

Duke Blue Devils News / Yardbarker / July 1

Mavericks are perfectly equipped to rival the Thunder

Just five months removed from trading away Luka Doncic, one of the most transcendent talents in NBA history, the Dallas Mavericks suddenly appear primed for a title hunt in Dallas again.

Mavericks to agree to a two-year contract with former No. 2 pick

Mavericks' Cooper Flagg had funny reaction to question about Luka Doncic

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LeBron James News / Dallas Hoops Journal / July 1

'Total Nonsense': Dallas Mavericks Again Linked to LeBron James Trade Rumors

Despite a fresh wave of speculation linking LeBron James to the Dallas Mavericks, league sources around the NBA widely dismiss the idea, with some describing

Mark Cuban News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Mark Cuban, 66, Reveals Truth About Buying Mavericks Without Hesitation

Before Mark Cuban sold his majority stake in the Dallas Mavericks in 2023, he ran the franchise for 24 years after buying it in 1999. Cuban spent $285 million to purchase a majority stake in the team from then-owner Ross Perot Jr.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / July 1

Updated look at Mavericks' salary sheet after D'Angelo Russell signing

The Dallas Mavericks agreed to a two-year deal with D'Angelo Russell, reportedly worth $13 million (likely closer to $12 million). He's the 15th player under contract for the Mavs for the 2025-26 season, meaning they could be done this offseason, barring a trade.

D'Angelo Russell News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Free Agent D'Angelo Russell Reunites with Former Teammates in Mavericks Key Signing

Just a few hours into the NBA free agency window, the Dallas Mavericks followed their predicted game plan by targeting a point guard to fill in the starting lineup during Kyrie Irving's ACL recovery for the first few months of the season.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 30

Grading D’Angelo Russell’s $13 million Mavericks contract in 2025 NBA free agency

The Dallas Mavericks have made their first major free agency splash of the 2025 offseason by agreeing to terms with D’Angelo Russell. The 29-year-old guard has agreed to a two-year, $13 million deal with Dallas, according to ESPN.

Anthony Davis News / NBA Analysis Network / June 30

Mavericks sign D’Angelo Russell in major free agency move, sparking mixed reactions over Anthony Davis reunion

The Dallas Mavericks continue their aggressive offseason overhaul with another blockbuster move. After drafting Cooper Flagg with the number one pick and making strategic undrafted signings, Dallas has secured a proven veteran guard in D’Angelo Russell on a two-year, $13 million deal.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Former Mavericks Coach Picks Between Cooper Flagg and Luka Doncic

The Dallas Mavericks are heading into a pivotal offseason that could shape the franchise’s direction for years to come. After years of building around

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Wire / June 30

Mavericks Signing D’Angelo Russell Using Taxpayer MLE

The Dallas Mavericks are adding veteran guard D’Angelo Russell on a two-year contract, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The second year will be a player option.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Hoops Journal / June 30

Sources: D’Angelo Russell Agrees to Sign with Dallas Mavericks to Bolster Backcourt

The Dallas Mavericks are addressing their backcourt needs ahead of the 2025–26 season. D’Angelo Russell has agreed to a two-year deal worth nearly $11.7 million, league sources told DallasHoopsJournal.com.

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NBA News / Hoops Rumors / June 30

Mavericks to agree to a two-year contract with former No. 2 pick

He will be signed using the taxpayer mid-level exception, which will hard cap the Mavs at the second tax apron.

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Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / June 30

Reports: D’Angelo Russell to sign two-year deal with the Mavericks

Early reports indicate that the deal is worth $12 million The start of NBA free agency is upon us, and the Dallas Mavericks have reportedly identified their stop-gap point guard.

Dallas Mavericks News / 5 GOATs / June 30

Report: D’Angelo Russell, Dallas Mavericks agree to two-year deal worth $13 million

According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, D’Angelo Russell and the Dallas Mavericks have agreed to a two-year contract. Russell will make $13 million during his time in Dallas, a place where his role will be quite important to begin the 2025-2026 season.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / June 30

Mavericks sign ex-Laker, NBA All-Star to $13 million deal

The Dallas Mavericks entered free agency with a massive need at point guard. Kyrie Irving is expected to miss up until at least January or February as he recovers from a torn ACL in March.

Dante Exum News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / June 30

Mavericks guard considered biggest free agency bargain

The Dallas Mavericks and the rest of the league are facing free agency, where players are expected to fly across the NBA. One of those players is expected to be Dante Exum, who played his last two seasons for the Mavs.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Hoops Journal / June 30

Sources: D’Angelo Russell Drawing Strong Interest from Dallas Mavericks

With NBA free agency set to begin Monday evening, the Dallas Mavericks are focused on veteran point guard options. League sources tell DallasHoopsJournal.com that D’Angelo Russell has become a player of strong interest for the team as it prepares to spend its $5.7 million taxpayer mid-level exception.

Dallas Mavericks News / Athlon Sports / June 30