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Heat To Sign Dennis Smith Jr.

Heat To Sign Dennis Smith Jr.

Free agent point guard Dennis Smith Jr. has reached a contract agreement with the Heat, agent Daniel Hazan tells Chris Haynes of NBA on Prime and NBA TV (Twitter link).

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / September 27
Mavericks Have Started Contract Extension Talks With Sharpshooting Guard

Mavericks Have Started Contract Extension Talks With Sharpshooting Guard

It's a new era for the Dallas Mavericks, as they have an entirely new front office and coaching staff, something a lot of fans are already grateful for.

NBA News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / September 27
Former First Overall Pick Confused By Hawks Tenure, Ready for Fresh Start on Mavericks

Former First Overall Pick Confused By Hawks Tenure, Ready for Fresh Start on Mavericks

The Dallas Mavericks pulled off a savvy trade a few months ago when they were able to acquire former first overall pick Zaccharie Risacher from the Atlanta Hawks for the price of Ryan Nembhard, a player who had just gone undrafted the year before, and a second-round pick.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / September 27
Mavericks' First-Round Pick Receives High Praise From Kyrie Irving

Mavericks' First-Round Pick Receives High Praise From Kyrie Irving

The Dallas Mavericks have two first-round rookies to break in for the first time since 2023, as they selected Morez Johnson Jr. 9th overall and Sergio De Larrea 25th overall.

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The 'NBA Playoff scoring record by team' quiz

The 'NBA Playoff scoring record by team' quiz

How many of the players to rack up the most points in one playoff run for each NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Kyrie Irving News / HITC / September 27
Kyrie Irving’s ‘in love’ admission when asked about future with Dallas Mavericks amid trade rumours

Kyrie Irving’s ‘in love’ admission when asked about future with Dallas Mavericks amid trade rumours

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving has made a definitive statement to quash all rumours about him wanting to be traded away from the franchise. Irving arrived in February 2023 to a franchise in disarray, missing the Playoffs one season after a run to the Western Conference Finals.

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The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Zaccharie Risacher News / HITC / September 27
‘I exceeded expectations’ – Zaccharie Risacher says getting traded to Dallas Mavericks shocked him

‘I exceeded expectations’ – Zaccharie Risacher says getting traded to Dallas Mavericks shocked him

Former No. 1 overall pick Zaccharie Risacher reveals how he felt about the Atlanta Hawks trading him to the Dallas Mavericks. The Dallas Mavericks now have three former No.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / September 27
NBA Notes: Mavericks, Naji Marshall, Nets, D’Angelo Russell, Darryn Peterson, Jazz

NBA Notes: Mavericks, Naji Marshall, Nets, D’Angelo Russell, Darryn Peterson, Jazz

There’s plenty of talk about Kyrie Irving and Cooper Flagg heading into the season, and rightfully so. They’re the Mavericks’ anchors. But Naji Marshall sounds as if he believes he can be an X-factor — particularly from the perimeter.

Zaccharie Risacher News / Fadeaway World / September 26
Former No. 1 Overall Pick Zaccharie Risacher Reflects On His Trade To Mavericks

Former No. 1 Overall Pick Zaccharie Risacher Reflects On His Trade To Mavericks

With the first overall pick in 2024, the Atlanta Hawks picked Zaccharie Risacher, believing he could become their next franchise superstar. They chose him over Alex Sarr, Stephon Caste, Reed Sheppard, and Donovan Clingan (among many others), setting expectations high from the very beginning.

Naji Marshall News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / September 26
Mavericks Forward Thinks He'll Surprise NBA By Fixing His Biggest Weakness

Mavericks Forward Thinks He'll Surprise NBA By Fixing His Biggest Weakness

The Dallas Mavericks signed Naji Marshall to a three-year, $51.8 million contract extension this offseason, keeping him in Dallas through the 2029-30 season, barring a trade.

Kyrie Irving News / Larry Brown Sports / September 26
Kyrie Irving gets candid about finishing his career with the Mavericks

Kyrie Irving gets candid about finishing his career with the Mavericks

Kyrie Irving is entering an intriguing 2026-27 NBA season with the Dallas Mavericks. For one, Irving is going to make $39.5 million in the coming campaign, while also still holding a player option for the 2027-28 season worth $42.4 million.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

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Kyrie Irving News / Hoops Wire / September 26
Kyrie Irving says he has ‘confidence of a champion’ in return to Mavericks

Kyrie Irving says he has ‘confidence of a champion’ in return to Mavericks

Kyrie Irving says his knee is ready. His confidence apparently never left. The Mavericks guard said he has no physical restrictions following the torn left ACL that has kept him out since March 2025.

Dereck Lively II News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / September 26
Why Mavericks' Dereck Lively II Isn't Worried About Pace of Injury Recovery

Why Mavericks' Dereck Lively II Isn't Worried About Pace of Injury Recovery

Dereck Lively II is the only member of the Dallas Mavericks who isn't participating in some capacity due to injury, as he's still recovering from the foot surgery that he had in December.

Zaccharie Risacher News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 26
Zaccharie Risacher makes honest admission about getting traded from Hawks

Zaccharie Risacher makes honest admission about getting traded from Hawks

Newly acquired Dallas Mavericks forward Zaccharie Risacher finally opened up about his offseason trade from the Hawks to the Dallas Mavericks. The Dallas

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 26
Mavericks Make Another Training Camp Move Before Preseason

Mavericks Make Another Training Camp Move Before Preseason

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks signed guard-forward Seth Lundy on Saturday, bringing their 2026-27 training camp roster to 20 players. Per team policy, Dallas did not disclose terms.

Cooper Flagg News / Athlon Sports / September 26
Cooper Flagg Reveals Unexpected Change Before 2nd NBA Season

Cooper Flagg Reveals Unexpected Change Before 2nd NBA Season

Dallas Mavericks forward and reigning NBA Rookie of the Year Cooper Flagg is entering his second NBA season with a major physical advantage. Flagg confirmed at Friday’s media day that he grew taller during the offseason following his debut NBA campaign.

Dallas Mavericks News / HITC / September 26
Kyrie Irving believes Cooper Flagg has ‘carried a lot’ already for the Dallas Mavericks

Kyrie Irving believes Cooper Flagg has ‘carried a lot’ already for the Dallas Mavericks

Kyrie Irving has heaped praise on Dallas Mavericks’ young star Cooper Flagg for how brilliant he has already been for the franchise. The 21-year-old averaged 21 points and 6.7 rebounds on his way to winning the Rookie of the Year award.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 26
- Masai Ujiri Sends Strong Message About Cooper Flagg’s Ceiling

- Masai Ujiri Sends Strong Message About Cooper Flagg’s Ceiling

DALLAS — Dallas Mavericks president of basketball operations Masai Ujiri said Friday that the sky is the limit for Cooper Flagg, calling the second-year forward a generational talent and pointing to a jump in his game this offseason.

Dwight Powell News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 25
Dwight Powell gets brutally honest on returning to Mavericks once again

Dwight Powell gets brutally honest on returning to Mavericks once again

Dwight Powell has seen the Dallas Mavericks change a lot throughout his time with the franchise. Back for another season, he looks forward to the team’s new direction.

Dwight Powell News / Hoops Wire / September 25
Mavericks re-sign Dwight Powell on camp deal

Mavericks re-sign Dwight Powell on camp deal

The Mavericks have brought back Dwight Powell. Whether he’s still with them when the season begins remains to be seen. Dallas announced Powell’s signing Friday along with its 19-man training camp roster.

Dallas Mavericks News / EssentiallySports / September 24
Dereck Lively II’s Injury Concerns Grow as Mavs Star Gets Bad Update After Missing 75 Games Last Season

Dereck Lively II’s Injury Concerns Grow as Mavs Star Gets Bad Update After Missing 75 Games Last Season

Everyone expected Dereck Lively II to return as an important piece of the Mavericks’ new era around Cooper Flagg. Instead, the young center now has his availability hanging in the balance while the team heads into training camp.

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