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Since joining the Dallas Mavericks on a two-way contract, Ryan Nembhard has exceeded expectations. While many predicted a gradual adjustment period for the undrafted rookie, his recent performances quickly proved otherwise.

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Ryan Nembhard making strong case for promotion from two-way deal

With Kyrie Irving still recovering from his ACL tear, the Mavericks and head coach Jason Kidd found themselves searching for an answer at the point guard position to open the season.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / December 4

Cooper Flagg, Ryan Nembhard make NBA history in Mavericks' win over Miami Heat

The Dallas Mavericks picked up a third straight win on Wednesday night by beating the Miami Heat in upset fashion, 118-108. It wasn't that long ago when any win would've seemed like a minor miracle with this team, but now they've won games in a row against the Denver Nuggets and Miami Heat, two of the better teams in their respective conferences.

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How many of the players to win the NBA's assist title since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 season can you name in five minutes?

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Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / December 4

Mavericks' Cooper Flagg is proving more than capable of being offensive centerpiece

Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis' early calf injury thrust rookie forward Cooper Flagg into the team's No. 1 role.

What is fueling Mavericks' Cooper Flagg's recent scoring breakthrough?

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Cooper Flagg News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 4

Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg takes time to sign young fans’ jerseys after win over Heat

The Dallas Mavericks extended their first winning streak of the season to three games with a 118-108 win against the Miami Heat on Wednesday night at the American Airlines Center.

Anthony Davis News / EssentiallySports / December 4

Anthony Davis Injury Update: Mavs Star Suffers Minor Setback During Game vs Heat

As the Miami Heat took on the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center, the home team finally looked solid. In particular, Anthony Davis appeared to have recovered well from his injury, but after helping take down the Denver Nuggets, something again looked off tonight.

NBA News / Mavs Moneyball / December 4

Player Grades – Recapping the Mavericks vs. the Heat

The Dallas Mavericks took on the Miami Heat for the second time in about as many weeks. Looking to extend their first win streak of the season, the Mavericks did exactly that with a 118-108 win.

Dallas Mavericks News / Athlon Sports / December 4

Cooper Flagg Makes True Feelings Known on Playing Alongside Anthony Davis

Cooper Flagg handled postgame questions The Mavericks beat Miami at home He shared his true feelings on Davis' return The Dallas Mavericks won their third straight game on Wednesday night, 118-108 over the Miami Heat, with star forward/center Anthony Davis notching 17 points and former Duke star/Mavs rookie Cooper Flagg leading the team with 22.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / December 4

Dallas Mavericks Defeat Miami Heat 118-108 to Win 3 Straight

The Dallas Mavericks returned home to host the Miami Heat on Wednesday. The Mavericks defeated the Heat 118-108 at the American Airlines Center. Dallas improved to 8-15, while Miami fell to 14-8.

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Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 3

Mavericks guard Ryan Nembhard makes NBA history with huge game vs. Heat

The Dallas Mavericks might have found their new point guard going forward in the Cooper Flagg era, and Ryan Nembhard showed why with a record-setting night in a win vs.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 3

Mavericks earn season-best third straight win by downing Heat

Cooper Flagg recorded 22 points and six rebounds and Anthony Davis had 17 points, a season-high 17 rebounds and three blocked shots to lead the Dallas Mavericks to a 118-108 victory over the visiting Miami Heat on Wednesday night.

Luka Doncic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 3

Mavericks finally have a true point guard after trading Luka Doncic — and he’s the real deal

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks shocked the NBA world by trading Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers a season ago. At 6’8″, Doncic may not have been a traditional point guard — but he was a point guard nonetheless.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / December 3

3 overreactions as Mavericks down Heat, establish three-game winning streak

The Dallas Mavericks hosted the Miami Heat on Wednesday night in a rematch of last Monday's loss. That loss helped the Mavericks find themselves in a way that honestly makes no sense.

Daniel Gafford News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 3

Mavericks’ Daniel Gafford ruled out for rest of Heat game with ankle injury

After missing the last two games because of a right ankle injury, Dallas Mavericks big man Daniel Gafford returned to action for Wednesday’s game against the Miami Heat at American Airlines Center.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 3

Mavericks’ Jason Kidd reveals Anthony Davis’ underlying impact on Cooper Flagg

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks and Miami Heat are set to go head-to-head on Wednesday night in Dallas. Before the game, Jason Kidd revealed how Anthony Davis impacts Cooper Flagg while on the floor.

Anthony Davis News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / December 2

Eastern Conference team looking into potential Anthony Davis trade with Mavericks

It's no secret that the Dallas Mavericks could be trading Anthony Davis in the near future. Davis even reportedly expects to be traded, per DallasHoopsJournal, as both sides work to find a landing spot for him.

Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / December 2