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Mavericks welcome slumping Jazz to continue NBA Cup group play

Mavericks welcome slumping Jazz to continue NBA Cup group play

The Dallas Mavericks look to maintain the early pace in NBA Cup group-stage competition on Friday when they host a Utah Jazz team playing its first contest of this season's tournament.

Santi Aldama News / Dallas Sports Journal / November 5
Santi Aldama Probable For Mavericks Debut After Missing First Eight Games

Santi Aldama Probable For Mavericks Debut After Missing First Eight Games

DALLAS — Santi Aldama is listed as probable for Friday’s game against the Utah Jazz, putting the forward in line to make his Dallas Mavericks debut after missing the first eight games of the season.

Jason Kidd News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 5
Here’s how ESPN welcomed Jason Kidd ahead of his NBA Today debut

Here’s how ESPN welcomed Jason Kidd ahead of his NBA Today debut

If ESPN’s “NBA Today” needed an elite distributor on the set, they surely landed one, with Basketball Hall of Famer Jason Kidd joining the crew at last.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Sports Journal / November 5
Jason Kidd Defends Kyrie Irving Taking Final Shot Instead Of Cooper Flagg

Jason Kidd Defends Kyrie Irving Taking Final Shot Instead Of Cooper Flagg

DALLAS — On ESPN’s NBA Today on Thursday, former Dallas Mavericks coach Jason Kidd said the Mavericks could live with Kyrie Irving taking the final shot of Wednesday night’s 112-111 loss to the San Antonio Spurs.

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The '1,500-point, 150-block seasons' quiz

The '1,500-point, 150-block seasons' quiz

How many of the NBA players to score at least 1,500 points while also rejecting at least 150 shots in the same season can you name in five minutes?

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Jason Kidd News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 5
Jason Kidd sends urgent demand to Heat player he used to coach with Mavericks

Jason Kidd sends urgent demand to Heat player he used to coach with Mavericks

Former Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd has a clear message for Miami Heat guard Tim Hardaway Jr. as the team looks to overcome its early-season shooting struggles.

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Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.

NBA News / Mavs Moneyball / November 5

Mavericks vs Spurs Quoteboard: “We’ve got to just play the game in front of us”

On Wednesday night the Dallas Mavericks fell just short against the San Antonio Spurs, losing 112-111. It was an incredible game featuring some amazing highs and lows.

NBA News / Dallas Sports Journal / November 5
Daniel Gafford Praises Mavericks Newcomer Walter Clayton Jr. After Strong Start

Daniel Gafford Praises Mavericks Newcomer Walter Clayton Jr. After Strong Start

DALLAS — Walter Clayton Jr. signed a two-way contract with the Dallas Mavericks on Oct. 21, the day of the season opener at the Houston Rockets, and has appeared in 7 of the team’s 8 games without going through training camp.

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Cooper Flagg News / Dallas Sports Journal / November 5
Mavericks Veterans Send Clear Message to Cooper Flagg After Rough Shooting Night

Mavericks Veterans Send Clear Message to Cooper Flagg After Rough Shooting Night

DALLAS — Cooper Flagg went 7-of-19 from the field and 0-of-3 from 3-point range in the Dallas Mavericks’ 112-111 loss to the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday night.

Daniel Gafford News / Dallas Sports Journal / November 5
Daniel Gafford Reveals Moment Mavericks 'Flipped a Switch' Against Spurs

Daniel Gafford Reveals Moment Mavericks 'Flipped a Switch' Against Spurs

DALLAS — Down 19 points early in the third quarter Wednesday night, the Dallas Mavericks outscored the San Antonio Spurs 60-44 after halftime and had the ball with a chance to win before falling 112-111 at Frost Bank Center.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

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.

Kyrie Irving News / HITC / November 5
Lou Williams reveals the ideal trade destination for Kyrie Irving

Lou Williams reveals the ideal trade destination for Kyrie Irving

Lou Williams has suggested the Miami Heat as an ideal landing spot for nine-time All-Star Kyrie Irving. Since returning from his ACL injury, Irving has been incredible for the Dallas Mavericks, averaging 22.7 points and 4.8 assists.

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Zaccharie Risacher News / Mavs Moneyball / November 5

Grading the Mavericks: Zaccharie Risacher reimagined role has been a key piece of Dallas’ success

The Mavericks went 3-2 over the last week-and-a-half, and sit at 4-4 overall. They won three in a row against Miami (113-109), Oklahoma City (120-96), and Houston (116-111).

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Sports Journal / November 5
'PJ Is Gonna Be PJ': Naji Marshall Praises P.J. Washington After Huge Double-Double

'PJ Is Gonna Be PJ': Naji Marshall Praises P.J. Washington After Huge Double-Double

SAN ANTONIO — With 5:38 left Wednesday night, P.J. Washington hit a three-pointer that gave the Dallas Mavericks a 103-100 lead over the San Antonio Spurs, Dallas’ first lead since the first quarter.

Naji Marshall News / Dallas Sports Journal / November 5
'Beautiful, Great Feeling': Naji Marshall Powers Mavericks' Huge Comeback Push

'Beautiful, Great Feeling': Naji Marshall Powers Mavericks' Huge Comeback Push

SAN ANTONIO — A little more than a week after an illness kept him out of two games, Naji Marshall scored 22 points on 9-of-12 shooting off the bench Wednesday night.

Kyrie Irving News / Dallas Sports Journal / November 5
'My Legs Underneath Me': Kyrie Irving Breaks Down Mavericks' Brutal Final Play

'My Legs Underneath Me': Kyrie Irving Breaks Down Mavericks' Brutal Final Play

SAN ANTONIO — Out of a timeout with 24.2 seconds left and down 112-111, the Dallas Mavericks ran a play for Kyrie Irving to drive middle against De’Aaron Fox with Cooper Flagg cutting from the corner.

Victor Wembanyama News / Dallas Sports Journal / November 5
'New To This': Dusty May Stunned By Wembanyama's 23 Free Throws Vs. Mavericks

'New To This': Dusty May Stunned By Wembanyama's 23 Free Throws Vs. Mavericks

SAN ANTONIO — Victor Wembanyama attempted 23 free throws against the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday night, and Mavericks coach Dusty May, in his first season as an NBA head coach, said that is a lot.

NBA News / Dallas Sports Journal / November 5
'Lost In The Fight': Mavericks Nearly Steal Win After Wembanyama's Massive 52

'Lost In The Fight': Mavericks Nearly Steal Win After Wembanyama's Massive 52

SAN ANTONIO — With 2.5 seconds left Wednesday night, Kyrie Irving missed a 15-foot turnaround jumper that would have finished a comeback from 19 points down.

NBA News / Ball Exclusives / November 5
Mavericks Host Jazz in NBA Cup Group Stage Matchup

Mavericks Host Jazz in NBA Cup Group Stage Matchup

Dallas Mavericks host Utah Jazz Friday at 8 p.m. EST in an NBA Cup group stage game. The Mavericks are 4-4 and ranked 11th in the Western Conference. The Jazz are 1-7 and 15th in the West.

NBA News / Mavs Moneyball / November 5

Stats Rundown: 3 numbers to know as the Mavericks drop 112-111 heartbreaker at San Antonio Spurs

The Dallas Mavericks (4-4) fell to the San Antonio Spurs (6-2), 112-111, in a nationally televised matchup on the road on Wednesday. The two squads met for the second time, and it came after the Mavericks’ 115-100 blunder against the Sacramento Kings on Monday.

Cooper Flagg News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 5
Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg climbs up all-time NBA list after surpassing Kevin Durant

Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg climbs up all-time NBA list after surpassing Kevin Durant

Given how good Cooper Flagg already is, it’s easy to forget that he’s yet to turn 20 years of age. The 19-year-old, whose birthday is on December 21, 2006, is blossoming into a legitimate superstar for the Dallas Mavericks right before our very eyes, and something higher up there than the sky appears to be the limit for him.

Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / November 4
Miriam Adelson exits the Mavericks' ownership group

Miriam Adelson exits the Mavericks' ownership group

The Dallas Mavericks are getting another shake-up up top. Mavericks co-owner Miriam Adelson is exiting the team’s ownership group, Tim MacMahon of ESPN reported on Tuesday.

Naji Marshall News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / November 3
Are Mavericks Already Regretting Contract Extension for Naji Marshall?

Are Mavericks Already Regretting Contract Extension for Naji Marshall?

The Dallas Mavericks suffered a disheartening loss on Monday night against the Sacramento Kings, falling 115-100. With Kyrie Irving out, the Mavericks couldn't generate enough offense to keep up with one of the worst teams in the NBA.

Mark Cuban News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / November 3
Does Another Ownership Swap Change Anything for the Dallas Mavericks?

Does Another Ownership Swap Change Anything for the Dallas Mavericks?

ESPN's Tim MacMahon reported on Tuesday afternoon that Dallas Mavericks owner Miriam Adelson had sold her share of the Dallas Mavericks to her daughter and son-in-law, Sivian and Patrick Dumont.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Rumors / November 3
Dumonts Buy Adelson’s Stake In Mavs, Assume Majority Control

Dumonts Buy Adelson’s Stake In Mavs, Assume Majority Control

The Dumont family – Patrick Dumont and his wife Sivan – have bought Miriam Adelson’s shares in the Mavericks, making the Dumonts the majority owners of the franchise, reports ESPN’s Tim MacMahon.

Kyrie Irving News / Hoops Wire / November 2
Mavericks rejecting trade calls on Kyrie Irving

Mavericks rejecting trade calls on Kyrie Irving

Teams interested in Kyrie Irving are reportedly having trouble getting a conversation started with the Mavericks. According to Marc Stein of The Stein Line, Dallas has been turning away inquiries about the veteran guard.

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