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Mavs F Cooper Flagg (foot) set to return Thursday on minutes restriction

Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg was cleared for his return from a left midfoot sprain and is in uniform for Thursday's game in Orlando. Flagg, 19, plans to take the court against the Magic on Thursday after missing eight games.

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MMBets: The Dallas Mavericks visit the Orlando Magic

The Dallas Mavericks (21-40, 7-20 Away) continue their road trip with a Wednesday night matchup against the Orlando Magic (32-28, 18-11 Home) at 6:00 PM CST.

Luka Doncic News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / March 5

Lakers Foolishly Looking to Follow Dallas Mavericks' Blueprint for Luka Doncic

The Los Angeles Lakers are a little bit of a mess right now, but they received a golden blessing when Nico Harrison decided to trade them Luka Doncic in the middle of the night.

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The 'NBA 30-point game leaders' quiz

How many of the players with at least 200-career 30-point games in NBA history can you name in six minutes?

The 'Most 40-point NBA games' quiz

The 'NBA rookie 3-point leaders' quiz

The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

John Poulakidas News / Mavs Moneyball / March 5

They called him a folk hero: How the new Mav, John Poulakidas, became an instant legend at Yale

In 2024, John Poulakidas led the Yale Bulldogs to a historic win during March Madness over the number four, Auburn. This earned him instant legend status

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

Dallas Mavericks News / Athlon Sports / March 4

Cooper Flagg, Klay Thompson Injury Update: Mavericks Receive Positive News Before Magic Game

The Dallas Mavericks are on the road on Thursday night as they travel to face off against the Orlando Magic in an interconference matchup. For Dallas, it has been a tough season thus far as they currently sit 12th in the Western Conference standings with a 21-40 record and they enter Thursday’s matchup amid a four-game losing streak.

NBA News / Mavs Moneyball / March 4

3 notes before Dallas takes on the Magic

The NBA slows for no team, and Dallas continues to struggle with injuries as they get set to continue their extended road trip, this time with a game against the Orlando Magic.

Cooper Flagg News / Total Apex Sports / March 4

A.C. Green Weighs In On Cooper Flagg’s NBA Status

NBA legend A.C. Green recently sat down with The Action Network’s Matt Moore to weigh in on Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg’s NBA status. Read on for the recent interview.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / March 4

Mavericks' P.J. Washington Makes His Case For Cooper Flagg to Win Rookie of the Year

Dallas Mavericks star rookie Cooper Flagg was considered the heavy favorite to take home Rookie of the Year, but that has been waning in recent weeks, as Flagg has now missed 8 straight games with a midfoot sprain.

PJ Washington News / Last Word On Sports / March 4

Why the Dallas Mavericks are Lucky to Have P.J. Washington

The Dallas Mavericks faithful have had it rough over the last year and a half. A devastating trade that broke up a Finals team, humbling injury after humbling injury and a roster full of would-be bench riders.

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

NBA News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / March 4

Hornets Coach Questions NBA Officials Despite Blowout Win Over Dallas Mavericks

The Dallas Mavericks tried to stay competitive with the red-hot Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday night, but they ended up getting blown out, 117-90. It was the Hornets' fifth straight win by at least 15 points, as they brought themselves back to .500 on the season, while the Mavs are now a season-low 19 games below .500.

Klay Thompson News / Mavs Moneyball / March 4

Grading the Mavericks: Klay Thompson got a raw deal, but he has taken it in stride

The Mavericks were 1-4 over the last week and remain in 12th place in the West. They beat Brooklyn (123-114), and lost four largely uncompetitive games to Sacramento (130-121), Memphis (124-105), Oklahoma City (100-87), and Charlotte (117-90).

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The 'NFL year-by-year sack leaders' quiz

The 'Active NFL carries leaders' quiz

The 'Most passing + rushing TD games' quiz

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Cooper Flagg News / Hardwood Heroics / March 4

'He’s Ramping Up' – Dallas Mavericks Coach Drops Encouraging Cooper Flagg Injury Update Amid 8-Game Absence

Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd told reporters after their 117-90 loss to the Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday night that rookie sensation Cooper Flagg is closing in on a return.

Klay Thompson News / Athlon Sports / March 3

Mavericks Announce Klay Thompson Injury Update Before Hornets Game

The Dallas Mavericks are desperate to halt a skid that has seen them lose three straight games and slide to 12th in the Western Conference, making their play-in hopes increasingly precarious.

Nico Harrison News / Larry Brown Sports / March 3

Patrick Dumont responds to a fan’s comment about Nico Harrison

Patrick Dumont does not appear to have any regrets about his decision to make a GM change. The Dallas Mavericks governor and co-owner Dumont drew attention this week over his funny interaction with a Mavericks fan.

Tyus Jones News / Dallas Hoops Journal / March 2

Former Dallas Mavericks Guard Tyus Jones Joins Denver Nuggets

Former Dallas Mavericks guard Tyus Jones is joining the Denver Nuggets, according to NBA insider Shams Charania of ESPN. Jones began this season with the Orlando Magic.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Wire / March 2

NBA Notes: Mavericks, Khris Middleton, Rockets, Tyus Jones, Darryn Peterson

Khris Middleton chose to remain with the Mavericks rather than pursue a buyout, and that makes sense. As relayed by The Stein Line’s Marc Stein, had Middleton negotiated a buyout, he would have forfeited his Bird rights — a key factor as he approaches unrestricted free agency this summer.

Dallas Mavericks News / Last Word On Sports / March 2

With Nothing to Fight For, Why Shouldn’t the Mavericks Tank?

The Dallas Mavericks are at the tail end of a turbulent transitional period. Players are injured, people are confused, and everyone involved just wants to see the offseason.

Dallas Mavericks News / Fadeaway World / March 1

Jason Kidd Shuts The Door On Khris Middleton Buyout Talks

Although he was acquired by the Dallas Mavericks ahead of the trade deadline, NBA veteran Khris Middleton garnered considerable attention from teams as a potential buyout target.

Ryan Nembhard News / Hoops Rumors / March 1

Mavs Promote Ryan Nembhard To Two-Year Standard Deal

March 1: Nembhard has officially been converted to a standard deal, the Mavericks announced (Twitter link). February 28: The Mavericks are promoting two-way guard Ryan Nembhard to a two-year standard contract that features a team option for 2026/27, league sources tell Marc Stein of The Stein Line (Twitter link).

Khris Middleton News / Hoops Wire / February 28

Khris Middleton to remain with Mavericks, declines buyout

Khris Middleton is staying put. The veteran forward has decided not to pursue a buyout and will finish the season with the Mavericks, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line.

Tyus Jones News / Hoops Rumors / February 28

Mavericks To Waive Tyus Jones

The Mavericks intend to waive point guard Tyus Jones, reports Marc Stein of The Stein Line (Twitter link). Because the move will happen before the end of the day on Sunday, Jones will retain his playoff eligibility for his next team.

Jalen Brunson News / Yardbarker / February 28

Jalen Brunson achieves Knicks history in big win over Bucks

Already able to make a case as one of the greatest New York Knicks players ever, Jalen Brunson made history while leading his team to a dominating win on Friday night.

Josh Hart hits back at an angry Knicks fan on social media

Tyrese Maxey passes Allen Iverson in major 76ers franchise milestone

Kings' Precious Achiuwa outduels Mavericks' Naji Marshall in sad tank-off

Lakers' Marcus Smart looked so fed up with Deandre Ayton

Clint Capela fires back at Ayton

Kyrie Irving News / Dallas Hoops Journal / February 27

Dallas Mavericks Co-Interim GM Reveals What Went Into Shutting Down Kyrie Irving For Season

Dallas Mavericks co-interim general manager Matt Riccardi joined Sportsradio 1310 The Ticket and the decision to shut down NBA star Kyrie Irving for the season was brought up.

Khris Middleton News / Larry Brown Sports / February 27