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Dallas Mavericks News / The Lead / March 12

What Should Mavericks Fans Watch For to End 2026 NBA Season?

A season that opened with promise derailed quickly for the Dallas Mavericks. A team that ESPN said had a 50.6% chance to make the playoffs with a projected 42 wins in the preseason now sits 12th in the Western Conference, 8.5 games out of a Play-In spot with 21 games left.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 12

Mavericks’ Mark Cuban confesses he blew it with Giannis Antetokounmpo, Tyrese Maxey

The Dallas Mavericks have seen their fair share of highs and lows during the ownership of Mark Cuban. They have also seen a range of top-class players playing for the franchise, from Dirk Nowitzki to Luka Doncic to now Cooper Flagg.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Hoops Journal / March 12

‘It Was A Mistake’: Mark Cuban Regrets Hiring Nico Harrison As Dallas Mavericks GM

Former Dallas Mavericks principal owner Mark Cuban hired Nico Harrison as general manager in 2021. It’s a move Cuban regrets making. Harrison, of course, traded Luka Dončić to the Los Angeles Lakers last season.

Miami Heat News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '21+ made free throws in an NBA game' quiz

How many of the NBA players to make 21+ free throws in a single NBA game can you name in seven minutes?

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Mark Cuban News / EssentiallySports / March 12

'Still Don’t Know What They’re Doing' – Mark Cuban Reveals Real Culprits Behind NBA’s Terrible Ref Issue

Officiating and referees have been the talk of the town in the NBA for the last few years. It has only intensified in the last few days, with Jaylen Brown

NBA News / Yardbarker

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.

Jason Kidd News / Mavs Moneyball / March 12

“It was my first sport”. How Jason Kidd used his soccer skills in basketball

“I fell in love with the game because it was just outside, playing with my friends.” It makes sense when you think about it. Jason Kidd used to play soccer.

NBA News / Total Pro Sports / March 12

Mavericks vs. Cavaliers: Prediction, Probable Starting Lineups, and Head-to-Head Stats (Mar 13)

The Dallas Mavericks will be taking on the Cleveland Cavaliers this Friday. Amidst speculations about a possible franchise sale, the team has looked quite lacklustre in their approach.

Dallas Mavericks News / EssentiallySports / March 12

Mark Cuban Reveals One 'Mistake' That Cost Mavericks Luka Doncic

While the Dallas Mavericks organization would likely take a more diplomatic stance, Mark Cuban doesn’t hold back on how he truly feels about Nico Harrison anymore.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / March 12

Mark Cuban Says Passing on 10-Time NBA All-Star Was His Biggest Miss 13 Years Ago

Thirteen years ago, the Dallas Mavericks had the 13th pick in the 2013 NBA Draft. Giannis Antetokounmpo, an 18-year-old forward out of Greece's second division, was still on the board.

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.

Dallas Mavericks News / Athlon Sports / March 12

Mark Cuban Admits Regret Hiring Nico Harrison as Mavericks’ General Manager

Things changed for Mark Cuban and the Dallas Mavericks after Luka Doncic was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers last season. It was one of the most shocking deals in sports history.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 11

Grizzlies go for season sweep over Mavericks

The Dallas Mavericks find themselves in a tailspin. Entering Thursday's road game against the Memphis Grizzlies, the Mavericks have dropped eight straight and 18 of their past 20, including Tuesday's 124-112 loss to the Atlanta Hawks.

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Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / March 11

Mavericks' Jason Kidd Still Feeling Need to Defend Himself Over Cooper Flagg Decision

Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd caught a lot of criticism for playing Cooper Flagg at point guard early in the season. Flagg was struggling with all of the eyes on him, the team was losing games, and the offense just looked out of sorts.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA Draft on SI / March 10

Mavericks Won’t Need to Prioritize a Guard at 2026 NBA Draft

Losers of seven in a row, the Dallas Mavericks are quickly entering the 2026 NBA Draft conversation. Right now, the team holds the seventh-best odds, and is likely to pass up New Orleans soon, who has no incentive to lose given their first-round pick lies with Atlanta.

Dallas Mavericks News / Last Word On Sports / March 10

Darryn Peterson’s Potential: The Hero Dallas Needs?

Batman and Robin. Rocket and Groot. Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen. Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. Superstar duos have ruled the NBA.

Dwight Powell News / Last Word On Sports / March 10

Maverick Man: Will the Mavericks Retire Dwight Powell’s Jersey?

Certain simple comforts in life are easy to obtain but hard to fabricate. Wearing your favourite old pair of jeans, cracking open your favorite beer while mowing the lawn or having a plateful of your mother’s cooking.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 7

Mavericks aim to end losing streak, as they take on Raptors

The Dallas Mavericks will be out to end a six-game losing streak Sunday when they visit the Toronto Raptors. The Mavericks' struggles go beyond the losing streak.

Khris Middleton News / Larry Brown Sports / March 7

Khris Middleton gets disciplined by the NBA over mouthpiece incident

Khris Middleton’s bank account is now a little bit lighter thanks to Thursday night’s mouthpiece incident. The NBA announced on Saturday that they have fined the Dallas Mavericks forward Middleton a sum of $25,000.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / March 7

Celtics dealt tough injury blow in Jayson Tatum's season debut

The Boston Celtics got one All-Star back on Friday but lost another for an extended period.

Jayson Tatum shines in return, making Celtics even more dangerous in East

Jayson Tatum makes winning return, helps Celtics top Mavericks

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NBA News / Yardbarker / March 6

Jayson Tatum shines in return, makes Celtics even more dangerous

Jayson Tatum shines in return, making Celtics even more dangerous in East

The Boston Celtics were already one of the best teams in the NBA's Eastern Conference this season. Now they are even better. They might even be bordering on scary.

Celtics dealt tough injury blow in Tatum's season debut

Kevin Durant's gaffes lead to Warriors' stunning win in Houston

76ers' Joel Embiid still not ready to return from latest injury

Lakers' LeBron James blasts officials after Nikola Jokic incident

Doc Rivers shoots down Stephen A. Smith's report about his career

Dallas Mavericks News / Last Word On Sports / March 6

Klay Thompson’s Future In Dallas Is Fading Away

Klay Thompson entered free agency in 2024 in need of a fresh start for his future. After missing two seasons with back-to-back ACL and Achilles injuries, he struggled to return to his “Splash Brother” prime.

Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / March 5

Mavericks star rookie Cooper Flagg reaches major milestone at historic pace

If Dallas Mavericks star rookie Cooper Flagg's NBA debut season wasn't historic already, it just secured its place as one of the best ever on Thursday night.

Draymond Green under fire for a dirty move on Jabari Smith Jr.

'Other' Jaylin Williams paying off for Thunder

Stephen A. Smith reveals his choice for NBA Rookie of the Year

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander gets away with the most blatant charge of season

Kawhi Leonard is being linked to one new team in rumors

Dallas Mavericks News / Field Level Media / March 5