Dallas Mavericks: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Dallas Mavericks Suffer 100-87 Loss To Oklahoma City Thunder

The Dallas Mavericks wrapped up their two-game homestand against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday, but the Thunder defeated the Mavericks 100-87 at the American Airlines Center.

NBA News / Mavs Moneyball / March 1

Klay Thompson will not return to Sunday’s game against OKC Thunder

The Dallas Mavericks took on the Oklahoma City Thunder Sunday night with a piece-meal roster. P.J Washington, Marvin Bagley III and Naji Marshall were three key rotation players out for the game, and after 15 minutes of action, Klay Thompson unfortunately joined them.

Klay Thompson News / Athlon Sports / March 1

Mavericks Announce Klay Thompson News After Leaving Thunder Game

It is a lost season for the Dallas Mavericks as they prepare for a new era of the franchise led by rookie sensation Cooper Flagg. Even so, Dallas still

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NBA News / Athlon Sports / March 1

Mavericks Announce Decision on Player After 27-Point G League Game

The Dallas Mavericks are less than two seasons removed from making it to the NBA Finals, but the team is far from reaching those heights again. They have a 21-38 record this season, and are expected to be uncompetitive for the rest of the season.

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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 1

Mavericks Announce Two-Way Signings Amid Cooper Flagg Injury Absence

As if the Dallas Mavericks’ season wasn’t bad enough, rookie sensation Cooper Flagg’s injury has made it even worse. The team has dropped 11 of its last 13 games and is staring at a seventh consecutive defeat as it prepares to host the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday night.

Miles Kelly News / Hoops Wire / March 1

Mavericks sign Tyler Smith to two-way deal, waive Miles Kelly

The Mavericks have signed forward Tyler Smith to a two-way contract and waived guard Miles Kelly, the team announced. Smith, 21, was the 33rd overall pick in the 2024 draft and spent last season with the Bucks.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / March 1

Dallas Mavericks Sign Young Sharpshooter, Former 2-Time All-Conference Standout

The Dallas Mavericks have had a busy weekend making transactions. They waived Tyus Jones to be able to sign Ryan Nembhard to a two-year standard NBA contract, which gave the team an open two-way contract spot.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / March 1

Mavericks Sign Tyler Smith, Waive Miles Kelly

The Mavericks have signed free agent forward Tyler Smith to a two-way contract, per a team press release (Twitter link). In a related move, guard Miles Kelly has been waived.

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 / Mavs Moneyball / March 1

Khris Middleton is expected to finish the season in Dallas

The NBA Trade Deadline has come and gone, but the Dallas Mavericks continue to make roster tweaks. Veteran point guard Tyus Jones was waived in a (potentially) mutually beneficial move.

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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 / Total Pro Sports / March 1

Khris Middleton’s Future With Mavericks Takes Intriguing Turn Ahead of Key Deadline

The Dallas Wings are desperate to make things fall into place. With their season down in the dumps this year, the team has been looking to shake up the roster.

Tyus Jones News / Fadeaway World / February 28

4 Destinations For Tyus Jones After Being Waived By Mavericks

As the NBA playoffs draw near, teams still have an opportunity to make one last addition to their roster. While most organizations already have a full locker room, they can always cut or release anyone they feel can be replaced for a better fit.

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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.

Dallas Mavericks News / The SportsRush / February 28

Dwyane Wade Believes Cooper Flagg Stands Alone in ROTY Conversations, Praises His Versatility

Start to life in the NBA was a little difficult for Cooper Flagg but it didn’t take him time to show why he was one of the most desired No. 1 Draft pick in years.

Khris Middleton News / Hoops Rumors / February 28

Khris Middleton To Finish Season With Mavericks

Khris Middleton has decided not to pursue a buyout and will remain with the Mavericks for the rest of the season, sources tell Marc Stein of The Stein Line (Twitter link).

Cooper Flagg News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 28

Cooper Flagg set to miss Mavericks-Thunder clash with lingering foot injury

Cooper Flagg has missed six consecutive games due to a left mid-foot sprain injury. Although the walking boot was recently removed, it appears there is still no timetable for return for the Dallas Mavericks star.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Wire / February 28

Mavericks’ Jason Kidd: Khris Middleton is buyout candidate

The Mavericks could have a decision looming with veteran forward Khris Middleton. Prior to Friday’s loss to Memphis, coach Jason Kidd confirmed Middleton is weighing whether to pursue a buyout ahead of Sunday’s deadline to remain playoff-eligible with another team.

Dallas Mavericks 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.

NBA 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

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

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Klay Thompson News / Athlon Sports / February 27

Mavericks Announce Klay Thompson Injury Update Amid 15th NBA Season

For the first time in his career, Dallas Mavericks star Klay Thompson has been assigned to a bench role now that he’s in his 15th season in the NBA. Mavs head coach Jason Kidd shifted the five-time All-Star to the second unit this season.

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

Khris Middleton linked to two teams amid buyout rumors

Khris Middleton may be getting a realistic chance this year of competing for his second career NBA championship.

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Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / February 27

How Dallas Mavericks Should Build Starting Lineup

The Dallas Mavericks are trying to rebuild their roster from the ground up, but injuries have ravaged the group and stunted their progress during the second half of the season.

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 27