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Finding a Third Team For A Possible Mavericks-Heat Klay Thompson Trade

The Dallas Mavericks have someone that the Miami Heat desperately want: sharpshooter and future Hall-of-Famer Klay Thompson. Reports from multiple people, including ESPN's Shams Charania, indicate that Thompson is the top priority for the Heat, as they look to add more high-level shooting around Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo.

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Dallas Mavericks’ Potential Plans for Dereck Lively II

The Dallas Mavericks reportedly began contract extension talks with center Dereck Lively II ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season. Lively II, 22, is eligible for a new contract until the NBA’s Opening Night Eve, but there’s a caveat.

Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / July 29

Mavericks starting lineup can be fluid

The Dallas Mavericks are going into the season with a projected starting lineup of Kyrie Irving, Max Christie, Cooper Flagg, PJ Washington and Dereck Lively II.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Sports Journal / July 29

Texas Legends Announce Inaugural College Classic In Frisco

The Texas Legends, the NBA G League affiliate of the Dallas Mavericks, announced Tuesday that they will host the first Texas Legends College Classic at Comerica Center in Frisco from Dec.

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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?

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Dallas Mavericks Take Another Step Toward A New Arena With Legends Global Hire

The Dallas Mavericks announced Tuesday that they have selected Legends Global as owner Patrick Dumont‘s representation and the leader of premium sales for their future venue development.

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20 NBA players who peaked in their 30s

An athlete's peak tends to coincide with the youthfulness of their 20s. Sometimes, though, that apex happens when they've had more time to marinate in experience, and that's sometimes true in the NBA.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Sports Journal / July 29

Moussa Cissé Isn’t Satisfied After Landing His First Standard Dallas Mavericks Contract

Moussa Cissé made an appearance at Tuesday’s Mavs Hoop Camp in Lewisville, running drills and playing knockout with campers before speaking to reporters about the two-year, $4.7 million contract Dallas matched to keep him.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / July 28

Dallas Mavericks Veteran At Ease With Uncertain Future

The Dallas Mavericks have a growing logjam in the frontcourt. Instead of shedding some of those pieces during free agency, the Mavericks only added to the crowd, re-signing Moussa Cisse and acquiring Santi Aldama from the Memphis Grizzlies.

Dereck Lively II News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / July 28

Latest Report Reveals Mavericks' Plans For Dereck Lively II

There is arguably no player on the Dallas Mavericks who needs a big season more than Dereck Lively II. The fourth-year center from Duke is entering the final year of his rookie contract, and he's been a vital player when he's been healthy, but that health has been a big issue.

Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / July 28

Dallas Mavericks win total set at 35.5 for 2026-27 season, per FanDuel Sportsbook

The FanDuel Sportsbook has put out win totals for all 30 NBA teams for the upcoming 2026-27 season. It’s been quite a fun offseason, as the player and coach movement has been interesting to follow.

Kyrie Irving News / NBA Analysis Network / July 28

Does Kyrie Irving still have the NBA’s best handles? Top five ranked

Kyrie Irving has long been considered the king of handles in the NBA, and we’ll get to see him in action again this season after an extended period on the sidelines.

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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.

Dwight Powell News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / July 27

Beloved Mavericks Veteran Still Awaiting Clarity on Future With Team

The Dallas Mavericks are already facing a roster crunch, sitting with 16 players on standard contracts, and they'll need to cut it down to 15 by the start of the regular season.

Kyrie Irving News / Dallas Hoops Journal / July 27

Dallas Mavericks’ Kyrie Irving Has ‘Fully Recovered’ From ACL Injury

According to Shams Charania of ESPN, Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving has “fully recovered” from his left ACL injury. Irving tore his left ACL on March 3, 2025.

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Dereck Lively II News / Hoops Rumors / July 27

Mavericks, Dereck Lively II Discussing Rookie Scale Extension

The Mavericks and center Dereck Lively II have been discussing a potential rookie scale extension, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line (Twitter link).

Dereck Lively II News / Larry Brown Sports / July 27

Mavericks make their feelings about Dereck Lively II crystal clear

The Dallas Mavericks are beginning a new chapter with Dusty May as the head coach, and they are trying to lock up a young player for the foreseeable future.

Kyrie Irving News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / July 27

Mavericks Send Clear Message About Kyrie Irving Trade Talks

The Dallas Mavericks need to clear a roster spot before the start of the regular season, as they currently have 16 players on standard NBA contracts. However, there is still a lot of time before then, so the Mavericks aren't in a rush to solve this problem now.

Masai Ujiri News / Mavs Moneyball / July 27

Masai Ujiri isn’t messing around with Mavericks

It’s been less than three months since the Dallas Mavericks tabbed Masai Ujiri as their president of basketball operations, giving him the chance to turn things around after former general manager Nico Harrison traded Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers, setting the franchise up for a rebuild.

Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / July 27

Mavericks’ Kyrie Irving stance becomes clear amid trade overtures

The Dallas Mavericks remain firm in their stance on Kyrie Irving. According to NBA insider Marc Stein, the Mavericks have shown no willingness to part ways with Irving despite teams showing interest in the star point guard.

Cooper Flagg's 1-of-1 Rookie Debut Patch Auto Could Shatter the Paul Skenes Record

In this blog on Athlon Sports, we will discuss the wild developments taking place in the modern sports card industry. At Fanatics Fest NYC 2026 between July 16 and July 19, the collecting world witnessed a historic moment as Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg signed his Cooper Flagg Rookie Debut Patch Autograph live on stage.

Mark Cuban News / Total Pro Sports / July 26

Mark Cuban Had His Black Card Declined While Trying To Buy $140K Champagne In Miami

Winning an NBA championship is supposed to be the easy part. For Mark Cuban, the celebration hit an unexpected snag when American Express refused to believe he was really trying to buy a six-figure bottle of champagne.

Cooper Flagg News / Entertainment on ClutchPoints / July 24

Barstool Sports makes Family Feud history after being shut out in embarrassing 543-0 loss

Team Barstool Sports found themselves creating history at the iconic Family Feud game show. This Thursday night on the Jul. 23, 2026, edition of Celebrity Family Feud, digital sports media company Barstool Sports went against the family of Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg.

Klay Thompson News / Larry Brown Sports / July 24

Klay Thompson may join one team if bought out by Mavericks

The Klay Thompson rumor mill is churning, and he keeps getting linked to one team if the Dallas Mavericks ultimately buy him out. In an appearance on “NBA Today,” ESPN’s Anthony Slater reported that Thompson keeps getting linked to the Miami Heat if the Mavericks ultimately buy out his contract.

Sergio De Larrea News / The Lead / July 23

Sergio De Larrea Flashes Elite Playmaking Potential For Dallas Mavericks

The NBA is chock-full of world-class playmakers, and the Dallas Mavericks may have the next great one of the future in their possession. Nikola Jokić, Luka Dončić, Trae Young — the list goes on and on of who are the best in the league.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Hoops Journal / July 24

Dallas Mavericks Set 2026-27 Preseason Schedule, Including Two Games In China

DHJ Quick Take: Mavericks Set 2026-27 Preseason Schedule, Highlighted By China Return The Dallas Mavericks will play two preseason games in China against the Houston Rockets before closing out the slate with home matchups against New Orleans and Atlanta at American Airlines Center.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 21

Mavericks continue to collect first-round picks

Trades that preceded Ujiri's hiring have tied his hands when it comes to roster building. He's making some intriguing gambles using his limited resources.

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Max Christie News / Hoops Rumors / July 20

Clippers, Cam Christie Agree To Push Back Salary Guarantee Date

For the second time this offseason, the Clippers and Cam Christie have agreed to push back the former second-round pick’s salary guarantee date, according to Law Murray of The Athletic (Twitter link).

Masai Ujiri News / Hoops Wire / July 19

Mavericks haven’t wasted time putting Masai Ujiri’s stamp on roster

The Mavericks didn’t hire Masai Ujiri to sit on his hands. Judging by the past few weeks, he has no plans to. Dallas has quietly become one of the NBA’s busiest teams this offseason, reshaping its roster around reigning Rookie of the Year Cooper Flagg while adding size, youth and international talent seemingly everywhere it turns.