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Cooper Flagg preventing Mavericks from having failing season

The Dallas Mavericks are winners of three straight games, but they still remain eight games under .500, which is not where they want to be. ESPN contributor Kevin Pelton graded all 30 teams at the midway point of the season and gave the Mavericks a "D" for the first half of the year.

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Anthony Davis’ Unrealistic Demand Puts Mavericks Trade Plan in Jeopardy – Report

The rumors around the NBA say that Anthony Davis is still one of the trade candidates for the February 5 deadline. One of the forerunners to acquire the soon-to-be 33-year-old big man is the Toronto Raptors.

Jason Kidd News / Mavs Moneyball / January 20

Grading the Mavericks: it will be hard to tank with Jason Kidd as head coach

The Mavericks were 3-1 this past week and moved to 12th place in the West, but are just two games back of 10th. They lost to Denver (118-109) before beating Utah twice (144-122, 138-120) and then traveled to New York, where they dismantled the Knicks (114-97).

Max Christie News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 20

How Mavericks’ Max Christie feels about possible 3-Point Contest invitation

On Monday evening, the Dallas Mavericks turned in one of their most impressive performances of the season with a blowout road win over the New York Knicks by a score of 114-97.

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Kyrie Irving News / NBA Analysis Network / January 20

Kyrie Irving nearing mid-February return for Mavericks after ACL recovery

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving is nearing a mid-February return following his recovery from a torn ACL suffered last season, a development that could significantly reshape the team’s push for a playoff spot.

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The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers

Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

NBA News / Total Pro Sports / January 20

Dwight Powell’s Rough Night Against Karl-Anthony Towns Goes Viral After Mavericks Win

Dallas Mavericks backup big man Dwight Powell will undoubtedly go back to his hotel room pretty banged up tonight. He can thank New York Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns for that.

NBA News / Mavs Moneyball / January 20

Player Grades – Recapping the Dallas Mavericks win over the New York Knicks, 114-97

The Dallas Mavericks defeated the New York Knicks on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, winning 114-97 . Both teams had players nursing injuries, but it was the Mavericks who ended up with the big win.

Dirk Nowitzki News / EssentiallySports / January 20

Dirk Nowitzki Sends Strong Message About His Mavericks Future Amid GM Rumors

The Dallas Mavericks are in a state of transition. After firing general manager Nico Harrison earlier this season, the team’s front office is being restructured to build around rookie #1 pick Cooper Flagg.

NBA News / Mavs Moneyball / January 19

Stats Rundown: 3 numbers to know from the Mavericks 114-97 beatdown against Knicks

The Dallas Maverick won their third straight game in blowout fashion Monday afternoon in New York, dominating the Knicks 114-97. Dallas made was hot from three yet again, getting out and punishing a lackadaisical Knicks team that didn’t seem all that interested in playing this game.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 19

Mavericks’ Ryan Nembhard goes full Jason Kidd with bonkers halfcourt alley-oop pass

Ryan Nembhard pulled off a spectacular alley-oop highlight that was reminiscent of Jason Kidd during the Dallas Mavericks’ matchup against the New York Knicks on Monday night.

Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / January 19

Reggie Miller makes a big claim about Kyrie Irving

Reggie Miller appears to have some fresh intel when it comes to Kyrie Irving. The retired Basketball Hall of Famer Miller was on the call for NBC during Monday’s game between the New York Knicks and the Dallas Mavericks.

NBA News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / January 19

3 overreactions as Mavericks dominate Knicks in Madison Square Garden

The Dallas Mavericks were back at it on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, which is one of the bigger days of the regular season for the NBA. Games happen all across the country all day, which gives the league some increased viewership.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 19

Mavericks improve perfect trend after embarrassing Knicks at MSG

The Dallas Mavericks routed the New York Knicks 114–97 at Madison Square Garden despite entering the matchup severely shorthanded. With Anthony Davis,

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NBA News / Mavs Moneyball / January 19

4 things to know from the Dallas Mavericks win over the New York Knicks, 114-97

Another day, another dominant victory from the Dallas Mavericks, as they defeat the New York Knicks 114-97 Monday evening. Part of the NBA’s slate of games honoring Dr.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / January 19

Mavericks Stun Knicks With Confident 114-97 Victory On MLK Day; 5 Key Takeaways

The Mavericks didn’t just beat the Knicks on Monday afternoon, they controlled the game from the opening tip and never let go. Playing with poise, pace, and an edge that never wavered, Dallas cruised to a 114-97 win on MLK Day, leading basically the entire afternoon and building the margin as large as 30 points.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 19

Mavericks use big second quarter to trounce reeling Knicks

Cooper Flagg and Naji Marshall scored 11 points apiece during a dominant second quarter Monday for the visiting Dallas Mavericks, who never trailed in a 114-97 rout of the reeling New York Knicks.

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 19

Knicks continue downward spiral with blowout home loss to Mavericks

The New York Knicks are down bad.

Thunder take down Cavaliers as Donovan Mitchell struggles

Victor Wembanyama, Spurs beat Jazz to earn third straight win

James Harden, Clippers top Wizards for sixth straight win

Heat's Tyler Herro likely out at least five games with injury

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Dallas Mavericks News / Fadeaway World / January 19

Predicting The Dallas Mavericks’ Moves Before The Trade Deadline

The Mavericks are sitting at 17-26, and the vibe is exactly what the record says: messy, short-handed, and stuck between “try to compete” and “be honest about where this is going.” They just lit up the Jazz in a 138-120 win, but even that game came with the same underlying reality.

Klay Thompson News / Total Pro Sports / January 19

Klay Thompson Inches Closer to a Historic Milestone That Once Felt Impossible

For much of his career, Klay Thompson has let the numbers speak without drawing attention to them. The shots are piling up quietly with records. Now, with the math finally visible, the scale of what he chased as a rookie comes back into focus.

Dirk Nowitzki News / Dallas Hoops Journal / January 19

Dirk Nowitzki Not Interested In Becoming New GM Of Dallas Mavericks

The Dallas Mavericks need a new GM after firing Nico Harrison and many NBA fans believe franchise legend Dirk Nowitzki would be a great choice. However, Nowitzki told Sports Illustrated that he’s not interested in becoming the Mavericks’ new GM.

Anthony Davis News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / January 19

Things could get messy if Mavericks keep Anthony Davis past trade deadline

The Dallas Mavericks trade deadline last season was defined by Luka Doncic. This year, it's centered around Anthony Davis, who was acquired from the Los Angeles Lakers a year ago for Doncic.

Klay Thompson News / Field Level Media / January 18

Resurgent Klay Thompson, Mavericks visit frustrated Knicks

The Dallas Mavericks were able to win this past week without star rookie Cooper Flagg. The New York Knicks haven't been nearly as successful in two-plus games without leading scorer Jalen Brunson.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / January 18

How Kyrie Irving shifts Mavericks' position at trade deadline

The Dallas Mavericks' activity at the trade deadline will have Kyrie Irving in mind. Irving has not played for the Mavs this season as he recovers from a torn ACL he suffered back in March.

Cooper Flagg News / Total Apex Sports / January 17

Dallas Mavericks Update Cooper Flagg’s Status For Saturday

The Dallas Mavericks have been dealing with an injury bug, significantly affecting their overall roster and in-game performance. Key players like veteran Kyrie Irving have been sidelined with a torn ACL in his left knee, while Forward Daniel Gafford and rookie Cooper Flagg have suffered left and right ankle sprains, respectively.

Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / January 14