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Indiana Hoosiers News / Yardbarker / August 10

Kirk Herbstreit's new take on Big Ten vs. SEC doesn't make a ton of sense

It's an interesting take, but it's a wrong one from Herbstreit.

College coach says Lane Kiffin gets 'too much credit' for Trinidad Chambliss' meteoric rise in 2025, and he may be right

Oklahoma State could be on the way back up thanks to QB Drew Mestemaker

Quarterback competitions to watch in the SEC ahead of the 2026 season

The 'CFB championship head coaches' quiz

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 10

Which Mavericks Acquisition Will Be the Biggest Surprise Next Season?

The Dallas Mavericks have made a lot of moves this offseason, drafting Morez Johnson Jr. and Sergio De Larrea in the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft, Tobi Lawal and Vsevolod Ishchenko in the second round, and trading for Santi Aldama, Tarik Biberovic, Marcus Sasser, and Zaccharie Risacher.

NBA News / Dallas Sports Journal / August 10

Don Nelson, Dallas Mavericks Legend And Second-Winningest Coach In NBA History, Dies At 86

Don Nelson, a three-time Coach of the Year and the second-winningest coach in NBA history, passed away at 86. What is Nelson’s legacy? Nelson played 14 years in the NBA, winning five championships with the Boston Celtics before beginning his innovative coaching career, which saw him win 1,335 games over 31 seasons.

Golden State Warriors News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most playoff games by NBA team' quiz

How many of the players to appear in the most playoff games for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA Hustle Award winners' quiz

The 'WNBA 20-point, 10-assist games' quiz

The 'Most 3's in a playoff game by team' quiz

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / August 10

Clippers sign tallest player in NBA

The Los Angeles Clippers have added a new player to their roster who is now the tallest in the NBA. The Clippers agreed to a two-way contract with center Jamarion Sharp, the team announced Monday.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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.

NBA News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 10

Dirk Nowitzki, Luka Doncic Other Mavericks Greats React to Passing of Don Nelson

Hall-of-Fame coach and executive Don Nelson passed away Sunday morning after a complication from a recent stroke. Of his few stops in the NBA, his tenure with the Dallas Mavericks may be the most prominent.

Don Nelson News / Mavs Moneyball / August 10

Honoring the legend Don Nelson

Former Dallas Mavericks head coach and NBA legend, Don Nelson, sadly passed away on Sunday August 9, 2026. As would be expected, an outpouring of tributes has made their way to social media, and we’ve curated a few of them here.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 9

Jason Kidd sends powerful message on Don Nelson’s passing

The basketball world is mourning the loss of legendary coach Don Nelson, who passed away on Sunday. The cause of death was not disclosed by his family.

Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / August 10

Dirk Nowitzki shares moving tribute to Don Nelson

Former Dallas Mavericks star Dirk Nowitzki offered a moving tribute to former coach Don Nelson following Nelson’s death on Sunday. Nowitzki was drafted and developed by Nelson in Dallas and enjoyed a very close relationship with his mentor.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 9

Don Nelson was a true NBA original

Don Nelson, who died Sunday at age 86, never won a title, but only his good friend Gregg Popovich logged more than Nellie's 1,335 career wins. His innovations were almost as legendary as his personality, and the NBA lost a true great this weekend.

Legendary NBA coach Don Nelson dies at 86

Remembering when Don Nelson sank one of the biggest shots in NBA Finals history

Klay Thompson News / Hoops Wire / August 9

Mavericks, Klay Thompson reportedly not discussing buyout

There has been plenty of speculation about Klay Thompson potentially becoming available to the Heat or another contender. But the Mavericks apparently aren’t ready to simply let him walk.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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.

Dereck Lively II News / EssentiallySports / August 9

Mavs Star Dereck Lively II Hosts 105 Campers for Free in Heartwarming Gesture

For 105 children in Oak Cliff, the afternoon came without the usual price tag. There was food, fresh jerseys to take home, and an NBA player waiting to spend time on the court with them.

Dereck Lively II News / Dallas Sports Journal / August 8

‘That’s The Reason I Do This’: Dereck Lively II Covers Costs For All 105 Campers At Free Dallas Hoop Camp

Dereck Lively II hosted a free four-hour Mavs Academy hoop camp Saturday at Beckley-Saner Recreation Center in Oak Cliff, paying the way for all 105 participants.

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The 'Rushing TD leaders by season' quiz

The '2026 CFB preseason Coach's Poll' quiz

The 'NFL 1,500-yard rushers' quiz

The 'Most TDs by NFL franchise' quiz

Dallas Mavericks News / AirJordanChronicles / August 8

Dallas Mavericks Offering Bounty on Cooper Flagg’s Debut Patch Autograph Card

Sports memorabilia has long been considered valuable, but few have ever come with packages of decades’ worth of season tickets. Cooper Flagg, the Dallas Mavericks’ forward who won the NBA Rookie of the Year, is now the focus of this very proposition.

Daniel Gafford News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 8

Mavericks' High Asking Price for Daniel Gafford Could Be Why He's Not Traded

As the Dallas Mavericks look to finalize their roster for the 2026-27 season, they know at least one player from the roster has to go. They currently have 16 players on a standard contract, and they'll need to be at 15 by the start of the season, meaning someone has to be waived or traded.

Klay Thompson News / Hoops Rumors / August 8

Mavs Reportedly Not Discussing Buyout With Klay Thompson

While there has been plenty of chatter this summer about Miami being interested in Klay Thompson, particularly if he’s waived following a buyout with the Mavericks, the veteran wing and Dallas aren’t currently discussing a buyout, according to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints (Twitter link).

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 8

Lakers face roadblock in potential Klay Thompson trade

Thompson still has one year left in the three-year, $50 million pact he signed to join the Mavericks.

Lakers' free-agency 'fantasies' might lead them back to a disappointing option

Luka Doncic is already answering Lakers’ biggest post-LeBron James question

Lakers facing another competitor for Jonathan Kuminga

The '10 3-pointer NBA games' quiz

NBA News / Hoops Wire / August 8

NBA Notes: Mavericks, Klay Thompson, Kings, Zach LaVine, Pacers

Klay Thompson‘s future in Dallas remains uncertain, but Dustin Lewis of Mavericks On SI writes that the team has little reason to rush into a buyout. The Mavericks currently have 16 players under contract and will eventually need to make another roster move.

Cooper Flagg News / Dallas Sports Journal / August 7

Dallas Mavericks Offer 32 Years Of Season Tickets In Bounty For Cooper Flagg’s One-Of-One Debut Patch Card

The Dallas Mavericks announced a proposed trade Thursday for the one-of-one Cooper Flagg Rookie Debut Patch Autograph card, listing seven items on the collector’s side of the sheet.

Kyrie Irving News / Fadeaway World / August 7

Kyrie Irving Posts Strong Comeback Message: 'Don’t Ever Forget How You Were Treated When People Thought You Were Finished'

Kyrie Irving seems to be more motivated than ever ahead of his return to the Dallas Mavericks, as he sent a strong message to anyone who might have counted him out during his long injury absence.

Mark Cuban News / Fadeaway World / August 7

‘3 A.M., Walking Around Oakland Hungry’ – Mark Cuban Reveals Why He Upgraded Mavericks’ Hotels After Buying The Team

During his tenure as owner of the Dallas Mavericks, Mark Cuban firmly asserted himself as one of the most charismatic owners in the NBA. As someone who was passionately involved with the team and committed to its success, Cuban truly redefined what it meant to be a franchise owner.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 6

Anthony Davis extension would be absurd gamble for Wizards

An Anthony Davis extension should not require much discussion inside the Washington Wizards’ front office. Davis is eligible for a four-year deal worth approximately $275 million, but offering it before he plays a single game for the franchise would be an absurd gamble.

Suns make Dillon Brooks key part of core with contract extension

Lakers are in 'advanced discussions' to trade for former lottery pick

Report: Klay Thompson would love to end up in one place

Jaylen Brown stared down Jalen Brunson at Donovan Mitchell’s wedding

The '25-point, 15-rebound NBA games' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 5

Jerry Jones names interesting candidate for Cowboys ownership

The Dallas Cowboys are one of the most valuable franchises in sports. Whether they win, tie or lose, they'll always be at the center of the conversation, and the value will continue to skyrocket for as long as that's the case.

George Pickens puts Cowboys on notice with new contract talks

Cowboys can't ignore CeeDee Lamb's take on George Pickens

Cowboys improved where they absolutely needed to this offseason

The 'Leading rushers from the 2021 NFL season' quiz

PJ Washington News / Yardbarker / August 4