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'I Don’t Know If He’s Going to be a Two-Way Much Longer' – Dallas Mavericks Rookie Draws Praise After Breakout Game Vs. Denver Nuggets

The Dallas Mavericks won consecutive games for the first time this season, following a 131-121 result over the Denver Nuggets on Monday night, and Ryan Nembhard was instrumental in the road victory.

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Mavericks’ Ryan Nembhard makes NBA history with insane stat line

All season long, the Dallas Mavericks have been on the hunt for a solution to their point guard problems. D’Angelo Russell became out of favor all the way back in preseason.

Anthony Davis News / Fadeaway World / December 2

Mavericks Player Ratings: Anthony Davis Leads The Charge As Mavs Stun The Nuggets

The Dallas Mavericks stunned the Denver Nuggets with a 131-121 victory on Monday night. With an impressive performance led by Anthony Davis and Cooper Flagg, the Mavericks improved to 7-15 on the season.

NBA News / Mavs Moneyball / December 2

Stats Rundown: 3 numbers to know from the Mavericks’ 131-121 win at the Denver Nuggets

The Dallas Mavericks (7-15), played their best game of the season to date in Monday’s 131-121 win over the Denver Nuggets (14-6) at Ball Arena. Here are three stats (or quasi-stats) that stood out as key ingredients in the back-and-forth battle in the Mile High City.

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The 'Last 40-point game by NBA franchise' quiz

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NBA News / Mavs Moneyball / December 2

Player Grades – Recapping the Mavericks vs. the Nuggets

The Dallas Mavericks kicked off the month of December on the road against the Denver Nuggets. Coming off a great win in which Cooper Flagg became the youngest player ever to score 35 points in an NBA game, Dallas kept the train rolling with a 131-121 win.

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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?

Ryan Nembhard News / Field Level Media / December 1

Ryan Nembhard's career day helps Mavericks take down Nuggets

Ryan Nembhard finished with 28 points and 10 assists, both career-highs, Anthony Davis scored a season-high 32 points and grabbed 13 rebounds, and the visiting Dallas Mavericks beat the Denver Nuggets 131-121 on Monday night.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 1

Mavericks’ Anthony Davis in visible pain after scoring against Nikola Jokic

The Dallas Mavericks entered their Monday night clash against the Denver Nuggets with a 6-15 record, which puts them at 12th place in the loaded Western Conference.

Dallas Mavericks News / EssentiallySports / December 1

Naji Marshall Gives Cooper Flagg Rave Reviews, Reveals Mavericks Locker Room Dynamics and More (Exclusive)

With a giant leap and a powerful slam, Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg produced both a highlight reel and a lasting impression. Flagg led an injury-riddled Dallas team to a 114-110 win over the LA Clippers on Saturday at Intuit Dome by eclipsing LeBron James as the youngest player ever to score at least 35 points.

Klay Thompson News / Athlon Sports / December 1

Klay Thompson Development Emerges on Monday

The Dallas Mavericks have struggled to open the 2025–26 NBA season, dealing with injuries and underperformance across the roster, and currently sit at 6–15.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / December 1

Mavericks' new confidence pushes them higher in NBA power rankings

The Dallas Mavericks are feeling good after snapping a 3-game losing streak with a win on the road against James Harden, Kawhi Leonard, and the Los Angeles Clippers.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / December 1

Mavericks' December schedule shows things won't get much easier

The Dallas Mavericks are getting into a groove of the season as the calendar turns to December. Here's a look at the team's 13 games over the course of the next month and what to expect: The Mavericks head to the Mile High City to face off against Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets.

NBA News / Yardbarker / December 1

Is there already a major trade suitor for Anthony Davis?

For the first time, it sounds like a realistic possibility.

Mavericks look for Cooper Flagg's hot play to continue vs. Nuggets

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The 'Multiple 20-rebound playoff games in the NBA three-point era' quiz

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Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / December 1

Anthony Davis gets linked to a new Eastern Conference team

The Dallas Mavericks are expected to explore potential trades for Anthony Davis leading up to the February deadline, and the 10-time All-Star has now been linked to a new team.

Cooper Flagg News / Field Level Media / November 30

Mavericks look for Cooper Flagg's hot play to continue vs. Nuggets

The Dallas Mavericks haven't piled up many wins so far this season, but Cooper Flagg's performance is a reason for optimism. They take that optimism into Denver on Monday night when they play the Nuggets.

Klay Thompson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 30

Mavericks’ Klay Thompson quietly turns the tide, powers past early-season slump

Future Hall of Famer Klay Thompson endured a forgettable start to the 2025-26 NBA season. One of the greatest three-point shooters of all-time, Klay was unable to consistently find the bottom of the net early in the new campaign.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA Draft on SI / November 30

Mavericks' Undrafted Rookie Guard Dazzles in First NBA Start

The Dallas Mavericks have been searching for consistency at the guard position this year. Ever since superstar Kyrie Irving suffered a torn ACL during the 2024-25 season, Jason Kidd's group has looked for answers at guard, even trying rookie Cooper Flagg out as the team's lead ball handler.

Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / November 30

Cooper Flagg notches first 30-point game to beat swooning Clippers

Saturday, Cooper Flagg became the second 18-year-old to ever score 30 points in an NBA game.

Deandre Ayton appears to take shot at Anthony Davis before Lakers-Mavericks game

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PJ Washington News / Fadeaway World / November 30

Mavericks Hit Hard As P.J. Washington Suffers Ankle Sprain Before Tipoff

The Mavericks suffered a tough setback in Los Angeles before tipoff, and it happened before the game even started. P.J. Washington (right ankle sprain) went down during pregame warmups after landing on a loose ball, ruling him out moments before facing the Clippers.

Dallas Mavericks News / Athlon Sports / November 29

Mavericks Announce Klay Thompson News After Lakers Game

The Dallas Mavericks came into their latest stretch of games under heavy scrutiny, still trying to find stability after what many consider one of the most drastic midseason overhauls in recent history.

Dallas Mavericks News / Total Apex Sports / November 29

Report: Dallas Mavericks Not Interested In Trading All-NBA Player

The Dallas Mavericks are off to a rough 5-14 start, and with injuries piling up, trade rumors have begun to swirl. However, despite the team’s struggles and external noise, the front office has reportedly made its position clear on one key player: Kyrie Irving is not on the trading block.

Ryan Nembhard News / Last Word On Sports / November 29