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Mavericks’ Kyrie Irving couldn’t stay silent after Cooper Flagg’s Summer League debut

Kyrie Irving had nothing but positive things to say about Cooper Flagg and the Dallas Mavericks’ 87-85 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday night.

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Mavs' Cooper Flagg speaks out after Summer League debut

Dallas Mavericks rookie and No. 1 NBA Draft pick Cooper Flagg contributed 10 points in his debut.

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Dallas Mavericks News / Bleacher Report / July 10

Watch: Cooper Flagg Reacts to Summer League Debut: 'Not up to my standard'

NBA News / Ball Exclusives / July 11

Mavs defeat Lakers in Summer League; Flagg struggles in debut

Cooper Flagg has officially played his first Summer League game. Although he struggled in the game, his Dallas Mavericks walked away with the victory. All eyes were certainly on Flagg as this was his debut in the Summer League.

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Flagg supplies wow factor defensively; Mavericks win summer opener · Mavs.com

Mavericks' D'Angelo Russell excited to play with chip on shoulder as Kyrie Irving's fill-in next season · CBSSports.com

A Safe Place to Play: Dallas Mavericks Renew Promise to Genesis Families · Mavs.com

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3 thoughts after the Dallas Mavericks hold off the Los Angeles Lakers, 87-85

A mixed bag from Cooper Flagg, but Dallas seals the win The Dallas Mavericks start Las Vegas Summer League with an 87-85 win over the Los Angeles Lakers.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 10

How Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg played in Summer League debut

LAS VEGAS — Cooper Flagg made his unofficial NBA debut on Thursday in a Summer League game featuring Flagg’s Dallas Mavericks and the Los Angeles Lakers.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 10

Ticket prices for Cooper Flagg-Bronny James Summer League matchup were absurd

Cooper Flagg and Bronny James are already selling out games … Summer League games, that is.

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Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / July 10

Klay Thompson reportedly dating famous rapper

Now that he is playing in Texas, Klay Thompson is dating a famous music artist from the state. The Dallas Mavericks sharpshooter Thompson is officially dating rapper Megan Thee Stallion, TMZ Sports reported on Thursday.

Nico Harrison News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / July 10

Mavericks slammed for not firing Nico Harrison this offseason

The Dallas Mavericks' offseason has been defined by selecting Cooper Flagg with the No. 1 overall pick in the NBA Draft. However, they haven't done much outside of that to get people excited.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Hoops Journal / July 10

'A Lot of Progression': Melvin Ajinça Focused on Growth, Efficiency in Second Summer League with Mavericks

One year after being selected by the Dallas Mavericks in the 2024 NBA Draft, Melvin Ajinça is back with the organization for a second run through Summer League—this time with more confidence, EuroLeague experience under his belt, and a clear understanding of what’s being asked of him.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / July 10

New report on Mavericks forward's contract extension talks

The Dallas Mavericks have had a mostly quiet offseason when it comes to the roster. Besides drafting Cooper Flagg, signing D'Angelo Russell, and retaining Daniel Gafford, Dante Exum, and Kyrie Irving, they really haven't had as much movement as other teams.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / July 10

Dallas Mavericks make long-awaited staff move after injury-riddled season

The Dallas Mavericks were one of the most injury-riddled teams in the NBA last season, with multiple key players missing prolonged stretches with injuries.

Dallas Mavericks News / Fastbreak on SI / July 10

Dallas Mavericks Cooper Flagg Video Fires Up NBA Fans

Cooper Flagg will be one of the most highly anticipated rookies in NBA history. Recently, the Dallas Mavericks posted a clip of Flagg that got a lot of views on social media.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA Draft on SI / July 10

Dallas Mavericks' UDFA Signee Highlights New Teammate Ahead of Summer League

The Dallas Mavericks have had an eventful year. After reaching the NBA Finals in 2024, the team made one of the most shocking trades in NBA history when the it sent Luka Doncic and a few of the team's role players to the Los Angeles Lakers in return for Anthony Davis and other assets.

Dirk Nowitzki News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 10

Former Mavericks All-Star Dirk Nowitzki reveals basketball origin story

In a new Amazon Prime promo, Dirk Nowitzki, the Dallas Mavericks’ Hall of Fame forward, reflects on when he first fell in love with the game. Nowitzki reportedly distanced himself from the Mavericks, the team he played 21 NBA seasons for, while capturing a championship in 2011.

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The Mavericks Currently Have 4 Former Lakers Players And 3 Former Coaches

The Dallas Mavericks have made some significant changes to their roster over the past few months. Dating back to the trade deadline and the acquisition of Anthony Davis and Max Christie from the Los Angeles Lakers, the Mavs have seemingly continued the trend of adding former Lakers personnel to their team.

Dallas Mavericks News / Total Apex Sports / July 10

Dallas Mavericks Fill Coaching Vacancies

The Dallas Mavericks finally filled their coaching vacancies on Wednesday, with the hiring of the sixth and final coach. That coach is a three-time NBA All-Star.

Nico Harrison News / Athlon Sports / July 9

Nico Harrison’s Message to D’Angelo Russell After Mavericks Signing Revealed

The Dallas Mavericks officially added veteran playmaker D’Angelo Russell on June 30, inking him to a two‑year, $13 million deal, per ESPN's Shams Charania.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Rumors / July 9