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Kyrie Irving News / Dallas Sports Journal / October 31
‘I Understand The Concept Now’: Kyrie Irving Comes Around On NBA Cup After Win
DALLAS — Kyrie Irving was not excited about the NBA’s in-season tournament when he first answered questions about it a few years ago. After scoring 35 points in the Dallas Mavericks’ 116-111 win over the Houston Rockets on Friday night, Irving said he has come around on it.
Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 31
Why Kendrick Perkins believes Mavericks star Cooper Flagg is a top-10 player in the NBA
As the Dallas Mavericks continue their impressive start to the 2026-27 NBA season, ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins believes star forward Cooper Flagg has already established himself as one of the league’s 10 best players.
Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / October 31
Cooper Flagg Receives Major Praise As LeBron James Comparison Resurfaces
Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg is ascending early in his second season in the NBA. It's hard to believe that he won't turn 20 until December, making him younger than current rookies such as Kings guard Darius Acuff, Bulls forward Caleb Wilson, and Nets guard Mikel Brown Jr.
The 'NBA scoring champs since 1976' quiz
How many of the NBA scoring champions since the NBA/ABA merger can you name in five minutes?
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season
Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.
Kyrie Irving News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 31
Analyst urges Houston to consider Kyrie Irving trade
After the Houston Rockets’ loss to the Dallas Mavericks in NBA Cup group play on Friday, one analyst believes the Rockets should go all in on trading for Kyrie Irving.
Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 31
Max Kellerman says quiet part out loud about Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg
Every now and then, Max Kellerman shares his passionate endorsement of the Dallas Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg. The sports commentator recently offered another strong assessment of the 19-year-old, explaining why his impact is difficult to define through one standout skill.
Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Sports Journal / October 31
Cooper Flagg Says Dereck Lively II Is 'Itching' To Return As Mavericks Beat Rockets
DALLAS — Dereck Lively II was inactive again on Friday night as the Dallas Mavericks beat the Houston Rockets 116-111 at American Airlines Center. Mavericks coach Dusty May and Cooper Flagg each brought up the center during their postgame press conferences.
Caleb Martin News / Dallas Sports Journal / October 31
Mavericks' Caleb Martin Says Playing Freely Is 'Superpowers' After Win Over Rockets
DALLAS — Caleb Martin tied the game at 88 with a 24-foot three with 7:43 left on Friday night, and the Dallas Mavericks went on to beat the Houston Rockets 116-111 at American Airlines Center.
Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Sports Journal / October 31
Zaccharie Risacher Trails Only Victor Wembanyama In Stocks As Mavericks Beat Rockets
DALLAS — Zaccharie Risacher had 12 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists, 3 steals, and a block off the bench Friday night as the Dallas Mavericks beat the Houston Rockets 116-111 at American Airlines Center.
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.
Naji Marshall News / Dallas Sports Journal / October 31
Mavericks' Naji Marshall Sits Vs. Rockets After Illness, Dusty May Eyes Monday
DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks held Naji Marshall out of Friday night’s 116-111 win over the Houston Rockets at American Airlines Center after an illness kept him from practicing.
Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Sports Journal / October 31
Daniel Gafford Joins Shawn Bradley In Mavericks History With Six-Game Block Streak
DALLAS — Daniel Gafford blocked 2 shots on Friday night and has now recorded multiple blocks in each of the Dallas Mavericks’ first six games. No other player in the NBA has a six-game run like that this season.
NBA News / Mavs Moneyball / October 31
Mavericks vs. Rockets Quoteboard: “We’re deep, we’re young, we have great character.” 
The Dallas Mavericks (4-2) topped the previously undefeated Houston Rockets (5-1) on Friday, 116-111, at American Airlines Center, and, boy, was it a thing to watch.
Kyrie Irving News / HITC / October 31
'Very confrontational': Kyrie Irving shares what Dusty May is really like behind the scenes
Many eyebrows were raised when the Dallas Mavericks chose Dusty May to replace Jason Kidd in June 2026. The 49-year-old has never coached or played in the NBA before, which is why giving him the job seemed like a big gamble at the time.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 31
NBA Notes: Mavericks, Kyrie Irving, Wizards, AJ Dybantsa, Nets
Kyrie Irving had been working his way back into form. Friday looked a lot more like the version the Mavericks were waiting for. Irving scored 16 of his 35 points in the fourth quarter and added nine assists as Dallas handed the Rockets their first loss, 116-111.
Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 31
Mavericks’ Kyrie Irving reveals Cooper Flagg’s ‘ very rare’ trait after defeating Rockets
Kyrie Irving has seen plenty of talented players throughout his NBA career, and he can spot rare talent when he sees it. It was Cooper Flagg’s competitive drive that has already stood out to the Dallas Mavericks veteran.
NBA News / Mavs Moneyball / October 31
Stats Rundown: 3 numbers to know from the Mavericks’ cathartic 116-111 NBA Cup win over the Rockets
The Dallas Mavericks (4-2) defeated the Houston Rockets (5-1), 116-111, in a Friday night matchup at the American Airlines Center. The matchup marked the first of the NBA Cup Group Play between the two teams representing West Group A.
Dwight Powell News / Hoops Rumors / October 30
Dwight Powell Finalizing One-Year Deal With Fenerbahce
After being waived by the Mavericks ahead of the start of the regular season, Dwight Powell appears set to continue his career overseas. The veteran NBA big man is in the process of finalizing a one-year contract agreement with the Turkish team Fenerbahce, reports Donatas Urbonas of BasketNews.
Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Wire / October 28
Mavericks pick up Zaccharie Risacher’s $17.4 million option
Zaccharie Risacher’s shot hasn’t arrived in Dallas yet. The Mavericks have seen enough elsewhere to keep investing in him. Dallas exercised the 21-year-old forward’s $17.4 million team option for 2027-28, the team announced Wednesday.
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