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Key Maverick expected to make much-needed season debut vs. Pistons

The Dallas Mavericks were staring down the barrel of a tricky frontcourt situation. Anthony Davis suffered a calf strain in Wednesday's game against the Indiana Pacers, and the team announced on Friday that he would be re-evaluated after they get back from their two-game stint away from home.

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How Luka Doncic is better than Anthony Davis and Cooper Flagg combined, this is embarrassing for Nico Harrison

With each passing day, the Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers trade looks worse. For years, Luka Doncic dominated the NBA as a member of the Dallas Mavericks, including a trip to the 2024 NBA Finals.

Anthony Davis News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / November 1

Former Maverick blames Anthony Davis for his latest injury

Dallas Mavericks star forward Anthony Davis left Wednesday's game against the Indiana Pacers with a left lower leg injury, and it's likely related to the injury he was listed with prior to the game: bilateral Achilles tendinopathy.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 1

What Anthony Davis, Klay Thompson have already learned about Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg

Amid Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg’s first two weeks of the regular season, teammates Klay Thompson and Anthony Davis gave fans their initial impressions of the NBA’s first overall pick.

Daniel Gafford News / Hoops Rumors / November 1

Mavs' Daniel Gafford to make season debut against Pistons

Mavericks center Daniel Gafford will make his 2025-26 season debut on Saturday in Mexico City against Detroit, he told reporters, including Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News and Christian Clark of The Athletic.

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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

NBA News / The SportsRush / November 1

Nico Harrison Genuinely Believed Anthony Davis is a Better Culture Fit Than Luka Doncic: Shams Charania

It’s been a while since the Dallas Mavericks shipped off Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers, and yet the “Why, though?” questions haven’t stopped. Especially now that Doncic has hit form like he’s on a mission to make a point.

NBA News / Mavs Moneyball / November 1

MMBets: How to Wager the Mavericks and Pistons in Mexico City

MMBets: How to Wager the Mavericks and Pistons in Mexico City Can the Mavs snap Detroit’s early-season momentum south of the border? The Dallas Mavericks (2–3) face off against the Detroit Pistons (3–2) tonight in Mexico City, tipping off at 9:00 PM CT.

NBA News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / November 1

Banged-up Mavericks set to face Detroit Pistons in Mexico City

The Dallas Mavericks will travel away from the American Airlines Center for the first time this season, as they'll face the Detroit Pistons in Mexico City on Saturday night.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / November 1

Pacers to add forward on 10-day hardship contract amid swath of injuries

The Pacers are planning to sign forward Jeremiah Robinson-Earl to a 10-day contract via the hardship exception, ESPN’s Shams Charania tweets. Indiana’s star player, Tyrese Haliburton, is out for the season after suffering a right Achilles tendon rupture during the Finals.

Dallas Mavericks News / Last Word On Sports / November 1

Did the Dallas Mavericks Let Go of a Hidden Gem?

When the Dallas Mavericks traded Quentin Grimes to the Philadelphia 76ers on February 4, 2025, in exchange for Caleb Martin and a second-round pick, many voices focused on the teardown around Luka Dončić.

Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / November 1

SB Reacts: There is cause for concern in Dallas

Despite expectations of the playoffs and (at least according to general manager Nico Harrison) title contention, the Dallas Mavericks rocketed out of the gate to a 2-3 record.

Dallas Mavericks News / Last Word On Sports / October 31

Mavs Leader Ruled Out For Team’s Upcoming Road Trip

After exiting Wednesday’s 107-105 win over the Indiana Pacers with what the team originally categorized as left lower leg soreness, Dallas Mavericks big man Anthony Davis will miss at least the next two games due to a low-grade left calf strain following an MRI on Friday evening, the team has announced.

NBA News / Mavs Moneyball / October 31

3 things to note as Dallas travels to Mexico City to face Detroit

The Dallas Mavericks are heading south of the border for an international showcase in Mexico City, where they’ll face a Detroit Pistons team that’s finding

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Mavs' Anthony Davis ruled out for Pistons clash in Mexico City

Anthony Davis is delighted to be in Mexico City as the Dallas Mavericks make their record fourth regular-season appearance in Mexico's capital, but he's not happy that he won't get to play in Saturday night's game against the Detroit Pistons.

Anthony Davis News / Field Level Media / October 31

Mavs star Anthony Davis (calf) to miss at least 2 games

Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis was diagnosed with a low-grade left calf strain and will sit out the next two games before he is reevaluated. The Mavericks delivered the update Friday as the team prepared to face the Detroit Pistons and Houston Rockets in Mexico City.

Anthony Davis News / Hoops Wire / October 31

Mavericks say Anthony Davis out at least two games with calf injury

The Mavericks will be without Anthony Davis for at least two games. Davis has been diagnosed with a low-grade left calf strain and will be re-evaluated next week, the team announced.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 31

Will Mavericks actually miss playoffs? Here’s why it’s not crazy

The Dallas Mavericks are 2-3 to start the NBA season, despite playing all five games at home. When the Mavericks drafted Cooper Flagg, they believed they had a gem who could help them get into playoff contention immediately.

NBA News / Yardbarker / October 31

Mavericks may not make the right move with Anthony Davis

Pride may keep Mavericks from making the right move with Anthony Davis

The Dallas Mavericks' future looks bright with 18-year-old Cooper Flagg in the fold. It would look a lot brighter if they'd trade their expensive All-Star big man.

Mavericks gain clarity on Davis' status amid his latest injury

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Bucks' Kevin Porter Jr. suffers injury that'll keep him out multiple weeks

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Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Wire / October 30

Four pressing Mavericks questions with Mike Curtis of the Dallas Morning News

I had four Mavericks questions for Mike Curtis, Mavericks beat writer for The Dallas Morning News. Question: How did you feel about Jason Kidd’s decision to use Cooper Flagg as the starting point guard? Answer: Everybody is going to say he’s not a natural point guard and he’s not.

Brandon Williams News / Total Apex Sports / October 30

Brandon Williams Apologizes for Alleged Marijuana Arrest at DFW Airport

Before the Dallas Mavericks vs. Indiana Pacers game on Wednesday night, Brandon Williams apologized for his alleged marijuana arrest at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport.

Klay Thompson News / Last Word On Sports / October 30

Dallas Mavericks: What’s Behind Klay Thompson’s 3-Point Slump?

The season is off to a rough start for the Dallas Mavericks. Klay Thompson, long regarded as one of the league’s most reliable shooters, hasn’t found his usual rhythm beyond the arc.

Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / October 30

Davis' uncertain status looms over Mavs, but Flagg could give team a lift

Anthony Davis' uncertain status looms over Mavericks, but Cooper Flagg could give team a lift

Entering the season, the Mavericks didn't know if rookie forward Cooper Flagg could carry the team without fellow forward Anthony Davis. Now, they do.

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Brandon Williams News / Total Apex Sports / October 29

Dallas Mavericks Guard Brandon Williams Faces Marijuana Possession Charge at DFW Airport in 2025

The Dallas Mavericks are dealing with an unexpected off-court situation that has sidelined one of their backup guards. Brandon Williams, the team’s reserve point guard, was arrested Saturday morning at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport after TSA personnel discovered marijuana in his luggage during a routine security screening.

Brandon Williams News / Larry Brown Sports / October 29

Mavericks player arrested at the airport for marijuana possession

A bad start to the season for the Dallas Mavericks is getting even worse. Mavericks guard Brandon Williams was arrested on Saturday at the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, team beat writer Ron Harrod Jr.

Cooper Flagg News / Yardbarker / October 28

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