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NBA News / Hoops Wire / December 16
NBA Notes: Mavericks, Cooper Flagg, Heat, Nikola Jovic, Pistons
Cooper Flagg delivered a historic night in Salt Lake City, even if it came in a loss. The 18-year-old scored 42 points in Dallas’ 140-133 overtime defeat to Utah, setting the NBA record for most points by a player under 19.
NBA News / Mavs Moneyball / December 16
Stats Rundown: 3 numbers to know from the Mavericks 140-133 loss to the Jazz 
The Dallas Mavericks dropped a heartbreaker in overtime against the Utah Jazz, losing 140-133 Monday night in Salt Lake City. Dallas drops out of the play-in for the moment, falling to 12th place in the Western Conference.
Cooper Flagg News / Ball Exclusives / December 16
Cooper Flagg’s historic 42 points not enough as Jazz edge Mavericks in OT thriller
In a thrilling overtime battle at Delta Center, the Utah Jazz defeated the Dallas Mavericks 140-133, spoiling a historic performance from rookie sensation Cooper Flagg.
The 'Active NBA PPG leaders' quiz
How many of the active NBA players to average at least 20 points-per-game can you name in five minutes?
Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?
Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.
Anthony Davis News / Hoops Wire / December 15
Pistons have no intention of trying to trade for Mavericks’ Anthony Davis
Anthony Davis is not on the Pistons’ trade radar. According to Hunter Patterson of The Athletic, Detroit has no current plans to pursue the Mavericks’ big man and is instead prioritizing internal growth.
Nico Harrison News / Total Apex Sports / December 15
Nico Harrison, Dallas Mavericks Made the Right Call
Former General Manager Nico Harrison and the Dallas Mavericks made the right call on letting a former player walk. Here’s why. Harrison and the Mavericks made the right decision in letting veteran Guard Spencer Dinwiddie walk.
Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / December 15
Convincing the Dallas Mavericks to be sellers with NBA trade season open
The NBA's unofficial trade season tipped off on Monday, December 15th, which is the first day that most players who signed contracts this offseason can be traded, and any player traded either on Monday or Tuesday will be re-eligible to be traded on the day of the trade deadline (February 5th).
Anthony Davis News / Hoops Wire / December 15
Report: Mavericks may wait until offseason to explore Anthony Davis trade
The Mavericks may wait until the offseason before making a move involving Anthony Davis. According to Christian Clark of The Athletic, Dallas has signaled a desire to remain competitive despite a 10-16 start, and multiple rival executives believe the team could hold off on trading Davis until this summer.
Dallas Mavericks News / Sneakers on SI / December 14
Kyrie Irving's Casual Sneakers Are Under $40 Online
If there are two things Dallas Mavericks point guard Kyrie Irving is good at, it's being a wizard with the basketball and designing equally fascinating footwear.
Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Hoops Journal / December 13
Could Dallas Mavericks’ Kyrie Irving Return Before All-Star Break?
Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving could return from his ACL tear before the NBA All-Star break. DallasHoopsJournal senior reporter Grant Afseth spoke about Irving’s return on the latest HoopsHype podcast.
Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 13
Mavericks’ Jason Kidd reveals message to Dereck Lively II amid season-ending foot surgery update
Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd discussed Dereck Lively II’s season-ending surgery on his right foot, which will address lingering issues that have forced him to miss the past three weeks.
Kyrie Irving News / Fadeaway World / December 12
Mavericks Get An Optimistic Update On Kyrie Irving’s Injury Return Timeline
Kyrie Irving, who was expected to miss the entire season, has seemingly fast-tracked the timeline for his return. According to Senior Mavericks writer Grant Afseth, the franchise is optimistic that Irving could return to action as early as before the All-Star break in mid-February 2026.
Dante Exum News / Hoops Rumors / December 12
Mavs’ Dante Exum Undergoes Season-Ending Knee Surgery
December 12: Exum underwent successful season-ending surgery, the Mavs announced on Friday (via Twitter). November 20: Dante Exum‘s 2025/26 season has come to an end before it even began, according to the Mavericks, who announced today (via Twitter) that the veteran guard will undergo season-ending surgery.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 10
Thunder match Warriors' dynasty with historic start to season
The moment the Oklahoma City Thunder became champions, NBA fans and media started discussing whether they were going to become the league's next dynasty.
Mark Cuban News / Larry Brown Sports / December 10
Mark Cuban refutes rumor that Mavericks fan favorite is ‘likely to retire’
Mark Cuban was quick to nip an unconfirmed report in the bud on Tuesday, which claimed one Dallas Mavericks player was on the verge of retirement. A report
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