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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

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Three-time NBA Coach of the Year and Mavericks legend Don Nelson has passed away at age 86

He will be remembered around the DFW area as a Dallas Mavericks coaching and front office legend, but as large as his presence loomed over the franchise he guided from utter dormancy to perennial power, the basketball moments Don Nelson authored outside of his time with the Mavericks are his most impactful.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

Naji Marshall News / Mavs Moneyball / August 7

Dallas Mavericks fans are very supportive of the Naji Marshall extension

Earlier in the week, we ran a poll in numerous places asking fans to share their opinion of the Naji Marshall extension. The results, as you can see below, are very clear.

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.

Dallas Mavericks News / Fadeaway World / August 7

Evaluating The Mavericks’ 2026-27 Roster: Solid Team Around Cooper Flagg, But Still Not Enough For The Playoffs

Somehow, the Dallas Mavericks enter 2026-27 looking completely different again. Only 12 months ago, the entire conversation was about whether Anthony Davis, Kyrie Irving, and No.

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The '2026 CFB preseason Coach's Poll' quiz

The 'NFL 1,500-yard rushers' quiz

The 'Most TDs by NFL franchise' quiz

The 'Last five-hit game by MLB team' quiz

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.

Klay Thompson News / Fadeaway World / August 7

Klay Thompson Shows Off Legendary Shooting Touch With 72 Straight Three-Pointers In Viral Video

Coming off one of the worst three-point shooting seasons of his career, the Dallas Mavericks veteran has clearly not lost his legendary three-point edge.

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.

Cooper Flagg News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 7

Mavericks desperately want 1-of-1 Cooper Flagg card and are willing to pay for it

Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg is expected to have a monster campaign in his second season, especially since the team has practically handed him the keys.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / August 7

Mychal Thompson Agrees LeBron James’ Rivalry Kept Klay Thompson From Joining the Lakers Amid Attempts to Recruit His Son

The end of LeBron James’ free agency is still being felt in LA. Especially with reports indicating that the Dallas Mavericks are actively exploring the trade market for veteran sharpshooter Klay Thompson.

Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / August 7

Mavericks offer incredible bounty for rare Cooper Flagg card

The Dallas Mavericks have put together an elaborate bounty package in hopes of landing Cooper Flagg’s one-of-one NBA Debut Patch autograph card from the newly released 2026 Topps Chrome Update Basketball set.

Kyrie Irving News / Mavs Moneyball / August 7

Kyrie Irving and the Five Februarys

The NBA recently found itself arguing with a medical journal, and the league office doesn’t usually bother punching down at a sample size of nineteen unless something in the findings stings.

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

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Sports Journal / August 5

Report: Masai Ujiri Is Said To Be A ‘Fan’ Of P.J. Washington Amid Trade Speculation

Mavericks president of basketball operations Masai Ujiri is said to be a fan of P.J. Washington, even as rival teams continue to view him as a trade candidate.

Kyrie Irving News / HITC / August 5

‘It’s over’ – NBA fans all notice one thing about Kyrie Irving in workout footage

A fresh clip of Kyrie Irving in the gym is making the rounds, and supporters were quick to spot one major takeaway. Kyrie Irving sat out the entire 2025–26 season recovering from a torn ACL, part of a brutal stretch where he missed over 100 consecutive games dating back to March 2025.

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

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 4