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Kevin Durant praises Cooper Flagg after Mavericks upset Rockets

The Dallas Mavericks have a little break in the NBA schedule as the NBA Cup goes on this week, but they've also been able to find a little bit of a groove recently.

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Mavericks unlikely to trade Kyrie Irving as team prioritizes Cooper Flagg’s growth

The Mavericks don’t want to trade Kyrie Irving, and Cooper Flagg is the reason why. That’s according to Sports Illustrated’s Chris Mannix, who reports that Dallas views Irving as essential to developing its rookie forward the right way.

Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / December 8

Roundtable: Favorite part of the season so far

This week’s question was direct: What’s been your favorite part of the season through the first 20 or so games? Chris: Flagg’s development. We’re not even a third of the way the season and he’s already shown he’s picking up on the differences of the NBA, particularly the physicality.

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Dallas Mavericks News / Total Apex Sports / December 8

Anthony Davis’ Trade Value Lower by 'Unpalatable' Upcoming Salary

Dallas Mavericks veteran Anthony Davis’s trade value is lower by an unpalatable upcoming salary. Davis, 32, arrived in Dallas in the Luka Doncic trade, but his presence may have worn out its welcome.

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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.

Ryan Nembhard News / Mavs Moneyball / December 8

Report: Mavericks will convert Ryan Nembhard’s contract ‘as soon as they can’

Ryan Nembhard, the undrafted two-way point guard out of Gonzaga who has darted up the Dallas Mavericks’ depth chart all the way to the role of starting point guard, is the feel-good story of the Mavs’ 2025-26 season, no doubt.

Dallas Mavericks News / Last Word On Sports / December 8

Mavericks Rediscover Their Rhythm As Key Players Step Up

The Mavericks are finally showing signs of consistency and confidence, with key players stepping up. Recent games have highlighted a team that moves the ball smarter, communicates better on defense, and maintains energy from start to finish.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA Analysis Network / December 7

Anthony Davis‘ comments on Ryan Nembhard explain why he is a ‘big steal‘ for Dallas Mavericks

The Dallas Mavericks began this season facing a crisis at the point guard position. The primary catalyst for this struggle has been the prolonged absence of Kyrie Irving, who continues to recover from a lingering injury.

NBA News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / December 7

Mavericks might make sense for Giannis Antetokounmpo trade

The Dallas Mavericks are seeing a bit of déjà vu when the Milwaukee Bucks are involved in trade rumors with Giannis Antetokounmpo. Just 10 months after trading Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers, the Mavericks could find themselves on the other end of a superstar trade with Antetokounmpo if they were to deal Anthony Davis to the Bucks.

Chris Paul News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / December 7

Dallas Mavericks named top landing spot for Clippers' Chris Paul

The LA Clippers made the curious decision to send Chris Paul home for the rest of the season, and we're barely even 1/4th of the way through so far. There were reportedly clashes with his leadership style and what the Clippers' coaching staff wanted.

Dallas Mavericks News / The SportsRush / December 7

Anthony Davis Laughs Off Cooper Flagg Roasting Him For Having 'Only 5' Rebounds

After a rough start to his rookie season, Cooper Flagg has looked more like the generational prospect many believed he could be. Flagg has fit like a glove alongside his teammates, particularly with Luka Doncic’s replacement, superstar Anthony Davis.

NBA News / HITC / December 7

Kevin Durant suggests Jason Kidd held Cooper Flagg back earlier, but now he’s clicking

Kevin Durant did not hold back his admiration for Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg after the youngster played a key role in a big win over the Houston Rockets.

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Anthony Davis News / Total Apex Sports / December 7

Why the Anthony Davis to the Warriors Rumors Are Completely Ridiculous

Here we go again. Welcome to another edition of “Let’s Make Up a Completely Bonkers NBA Trade Rumor and Watch the Internet Lose Its Mind.” The latest piece of fan fiction to grace our screens involves Anthony Davis packing his bags and heading up to the Bay Area to join Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors.

Cooper Flagg News / Fadeaway World / December 7

'There Was No Excuse I Could Give Him': Anthony Davis Praises Cooper Flagg For Holding Him Accountable

Cooper Flagg finally seems to be settling into the heavy burden that comes with being a No. 1 overall pick in the draft. The Mavericks beat the Rockets 122-109 in a gruesome fashion after creating a 22-point difference in the fourth quarter that proved to be insurmountable for the Rockets down the stretch.

NBA News / Mavs Moneyball / December 6

Player Grades: Recapping the Mavericks’ 122-109 win over the Houston Rockets

The Dallas Mavericks (9-16) were on the second night of a back-to-back, taking on the Houston Rockets (15-6) before a five-day layoff while NBA Cup games take place.

NBA News / Mavs Moneyball / December 6

Stats Rundown: 5 numbers to know from the Mavericks’ 122-109 win over the Houston Rockets

The Dallas Mavericks (9-16) picked up their fourth win in five games on Saturday, toppling the Houston Rockets (15-6) 122-109 behind a full-throttle second-half surge at American Airlines Center.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 6

How Anthony Davis out-dueled Kevin Durant in Mavericks’ big win over Rockets

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks and Houston Rockets were both preparing for the second of a back-to-back on Saturday night. Dallas was fresh off a 132-111 Friday night loss to the Thunder in Oklahoma City, while Houston defeated the Phoenix Suns at home on Friday 117-98.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 6

Third-quarter surge sparks Mavericks over Rockets

Anthony Davis scored 29 points on 14-of-19 shooting and collected eight rebounds to help the Dallas Mavericks post a solid 122-107 victory over the visiting Houston Rockets on Saturday night.

Ryan Nembhard News / Total Apex Sports / December 6

Ryan Nembhard Questions Dallas Mavericks’ Game Plan After Thunder Blowout

Following a tough 132-111 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, the Dallas Mavericks find themselves in a moment of reflection. While a defeat at the hands of the NBA’s top team isn’t entirely unexpected, the nature of the loss has sparked some internal discussion, most notably from an unlikely source.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / December 6

Dallas Mavericks make plan for star rookie crystal clear

The Dallas Mavericks were awful on offense to start the year because the point guard situation was an absolute mess. Kyrie Irving is dealing with a torn ACL and won't be back until at least after the New Year, it seems, and Jason Kidd didn't trust D'Angelo Russell to fill his place (rightfully so).

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 6

Mavericks’ Jason Kidd reacts to Dereck Lively II’s uncertain injury status

The Dallas Mavericks face another difficult stretch as Dereck Lively II seeks more clarity on his foot injury, and Jason Kidd did not hide the emotional weight of the moment.

Cooper Flagg News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / December 6

Why the Dallas Mavericks may be shooting themselves in the foot

The Dallas Mavericks are struggling in the first part of the season as they try and figure out how to get No. 1 overall pick Cooper Flagg going. The Mavs have not set up Flagg for early success in the league, which is why Bleacher Report writer Zach Buckley used the word "self-inflicting" to describe Dallas' season so far.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Rumors / December 4