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On YouTubePJ Washington News / Mavs Moneyball / October 25
3 things we’re pouting about as Dallas flails against the Washington Wizards, 117-107 
The Mavericks lost their second straight game to begin the 2025-26 season and their home opener on Friday night in embarrassing fashion, 117-107 to the Washington Wizards.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 25
NBA Notes: Mavericks, Cooper Flagg, Hawks, Trae Young, Magic
Jason Kidd joked that the Mavericks’ coaching staff “burned the tape” after their season-opening loss to the Spurs. But as Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News wrote, the same problems reappeared Friday night.
Jason Kidd News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 25
The 1 player who can solve Mavericks’ big problem is getting snubbed by Jason Kidd
DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks fell to 0-2 to begin the 2025-26 season with a 117-107 loss to the Washington Wizards on Friday night. Dallas entered the game with high expectations, as Washington is expected to struggle this year.
The 'Most 6-three-pointer NBA games' quiz
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Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / October 25
Stats rundown: 4 numbers to know as the Mavericks fall to the Wizards, 117-107
The Dallas Mavericks fell to the Washington Wizards 117-107 in Friday night’s matchup at home. The horrid loss marks Dallas’ second of the season, and follows a rather forgettable 125-92 defeat to Victor Wembanyama’s Spurs.
The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history
Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.
Dallas Mavericks News / Fastbreak on SI / October 24
One of the NBA's Most Shocking Trades Still Haunts the Mavs
It’s been nearly nine months since Nico Harrison pulled the trigger on a trade to cut ties with Luka Doncic. Two games into the 2025-2026 NBA season, Harrison is still having a hard time winning the Dallas fan base over, even after getting the opportunity to select Cooper Flagg with the No.
NBA News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / October 24
3 overreactions as Mavericks lose embarrassingly to lowly Wizards, 117-107
The Dallas Mavericks stayed at home after being embarrassed in the season-opener at the hands of Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs. They looked to bounce back against the lowly Washington Wizards, at least, they were expected to be.
Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 24
How Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg already has Jason Kidd dropping ‘unicorn’ praise
DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks are set to host the Washington Wizards on Friday night. Although Cooper Flagg has only played in one NBA regular season contest heading into Friday’s matchup, the 18-year-old has already impressed Mavs head coach Jason Kidd.
Jason Kidd News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / October 24
Mavericks need to lean on Jason Kidd to bounce back
The Dallas Mavericks are hoping to bounce back from their rough start to the season, but they should feel hopeful with Jason Kidd as their head coach. Bleacher Report contributor Lee Escobedo ranked all 30 head coaches in the league, placing Kidd at No.
NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / October 24
Kendrick Perkins says one other NBA center may be able to do what Victor Wembanyama did to Dallas Mavericks
Victor Wembanyama dominated the Dallas Mavericks on opening night putting up 40 points, 15 rebounds and 3 blocks. Victor Wembanyama was utterly unstoppable against the Dallas Mavericks, picking apart Anthony Davis on defense.
Dallas Mavericks News / NBA Analysis Network / October 24
He played the most minutes for the Dallas Mavericks in 24-25, now he’s out of the NBA completely
The Dallas Mavericks have a big hole in their rotation with Kyrie Irving out with a torn ACL. The Dallas Mavericks tried starting rookie Cooper Flagg at point guard, but that did not go to plan.
Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / October 24
3 Mavericks games that will make you rage this season
The Dallas Mavericks kicked off their 2025-26 campaign against the San Antonio Spurs Wednesday at the American Airlines Center, a thrashing by Victor Wembanyama and Co.
Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 24
Jason Kidd’s Cooper Flagg-Mavericks PG experiment continues to draw backlash
As the Dallas Mavericks navigate the early stages of the 2025-26 NBA season, head coach Jason Kidd’s decision to deploy rookie Cooper Flagg as a point guard continues to stir widespread debate across the basketball community.
Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / October 24
Anthony Davis, Mavericks share support for Cooper Flagg after tough debut
It was not the debut Dallas Mavericks No. 1 overall pick Cooper Flagg wanted in his first regular-season game in the NBA. Flagg didn't score until the second half as the Mavericks were blown out by the San Antonio Spurs, 125-92.
Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / October 23
Mavericks won’t thrive with Cooper Flagg as their point guard
Cooper Flagg’s first NBA night offered a dose of reality for the Dallas Mavericks. The No. 1 pick logged a double-double but struggled to organize an offense.
Dallas Mavericks News / Hardwood Heroics / October 23
'They Will Be in the Western Conference Finals' – Charles Barkley Makes Bold Claim on Anthony Davis’ Mavericks
Any club hoping to make an impact in the NBA must consider health. For the Dallas Mavericks, they want to make sure Anthony Davis is available for most of the 2025-26 season.
Dallas Mavericks News / EssentiallySports / October 22
Is Anthony Davis Playing Tonight vs Spurs? Latest Update on Mavericks Star’s Injury
After a major blunder last season, the Dallas Mavericks have worked hard this offseason to bring back stability to their core. With Cooper Flagg in, the Mavs will wish to sit somewhere on the top of the table this season, which gives them an easy playoff ticket.
Dereck Lively II News / Hoops Rumors / October 20
Mavericks exercise option on promising big man
The Mavericks have formally exercised their fourth-year option on Dereck Lively II‘s rookie scale contract.
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