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Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Sports Journal / August 17
P.J. Washington ‘Super Confident’ He’ll Stay With Dallas Mavericks After Talks With Masai Ujiri
DALLAS —P.J. Washington is “super confident” he will be on the Dallas Mavericks roster when the 2026-27 season opens. He credited long conversations with team president Masai Ujiri and the rest of the front office.
Dereck Lively II News / Fadeaway World / August 17
Mavericks Receive Encouraging Update On Dereck Lively II Heading Into Training Camp
The Dallas Mavericks are entering the 2026-27 season in the early stages of their rebuild. Having offloaded several players, the Mavericks have shown a clear commitment to building around the core of Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving.
Dereck Lively II News / Hoops Rumors / August 16
Dereck Lively II “Working His Tail Off” To Get Healthy
Dereck Lively II has undergone three foot surgeries in the last year as he works to try to get healthy for the upcoming season, and he still has more work to do.
The '50-point NBA Playoff games' quiz
In the history of the NBA, a player has scored 50 or more points in a playoff game on 51 occasions. How many can you name in six minutes?
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
Cooper Flagg News / Dallas Sports Journal / August 16
Mike Schmitz Details Cooper Flagg’s Year-Two Outlook: ‘He Has So Many Ways He Can Hurt You’
DALLAS — Cooper Flagg won Rookie of the Year in April with 56 of 100 first-place votes. His second NBA season comes after a summer that Mike Schmitz says Flagg has spent working in the Dallas Mavericks gym.
Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Sports Journal / August 16
‘We’ve Upgraded’: Mike Schmitz Assesses New-Look Dallas Mavericks Roster Around Cooper Flagg, Kyrie Irving
DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks finished 26-56 last season, 12th in the Western Conference. Mike Schmitz, hired as general manager on May 8, said the roster Dallas has assembled since then is bigger, longer, and more skilled.
Cooper Flagg News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 14
5 Mavericks showcase games that will decide Cooper Flagg’s All-Star status
An undeniable one-of-one, Cooper Flagg does not have to prove he belongs in the NBA anymore. An award-worthy debut season with the Dallas Mavericks silenced any remaining doubters.
Klay Thompson News / Hoops Wire / August 14
Lakers, Heat waiting to see if Klay Thompson becomes available
Klay Thompson’s future with the Mavericks remains unsettled, and several contenders appear perfectly willing to wait this one out. Dallas remains open to trading Thompson, though talks involving the veteran guard have yet to become “extensive,” according to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.
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.
Dallas Mavericks News / EssentiallySports / August 14
Mavs’ Rebuild Around Cooper Flagg Could Take Major Hit After Klay Thompson Makes Future Target Clear
Dallas is building for the future around Cooper Flagg, but Klay Thompson’s plans appear to be focused much closer to the present. The Mavericks are coming off a 26-56 season and have a new front office and coach in place.
Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 14
Dallas Mavericks Facing Brutal Start to 2026-27 Season
The NBA released its 2026-27 regular season schedule on Thursday afternoon, getting fans excited for the upcoming season. For Dallas Mavericks fans, it meant counting down the days until we see Kyrie Irving return from injury and see Cooper Flagg in his second season.
Klay Thompson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 14
Klay Thompson’s future contingent on Mavericks trade, buyout amid championship aspirations
As he prepares for his 16th year in the NBA, Klay Thompson still has the hunger and determination to get back to the top of the league. Although his role
Klay Thompson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 14
Klay Thompson puts Michael Jordan on Mount Rushmore despite all-time starting 5 snub
In a recent appearance on PlaqueBoyMax’s stream, Dallas Mavericks guard Klay Thompson listed his all-time starting 5. They included Stephen Curry, Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Tim Duncan, and Shaquille O’Neal.
Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 14
Mavericks go full ‘Key & Peele’ for schedule release video
The Dallas Mavericks could be a dark horse in the Western Conference as they are expected to parade a healthy lineup in the upcoming season. Kyrie Irving
Dallas Mavericks News / EasySportz / August 13
Brad Townsend Reveals Mavericks NBA Cup Schedule Details
The NBA just dropped the full schedule for the 2026-27 Emirates NBA Cup, and the Dallas Mavericks have a clear path to the tournament. Brad Townsend reported the specific dates and locations for the Western Conference Group A matchups on August 12, 2026.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 13
Who's the boss? Luka Doncic gets fifth owner in five years
This era of NBA basketball features plenty of player movement, with superstars like LeBron James and Kevin Durant changing teams multiple times over their career. Sometimes, it's the bosses who keep changing, as Luka Doncic discovered again this week.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 13
The top 25 NBA players of the past five years: 20-16
Part two of YardBarker’s Top 25 NBA players of the past 25 years is here.
Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / August 13
Big update emerges on Mark Cuban's lawsuit against Patrick Dumont
Mark Cuban and Patrick Dumont are no longer at each other’s throats (at least in the courtroom).
Mark Cuban News / Hoops Wire / August 11
Mark Cuban ends one Mavericks legal battle, hints at another
Mark Cuban has dropped his legal petition against the Mavericks. That doesn’t mean he’s suddenly happy with the Mavericks. According to Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News, Cuban withdrew his Rule 202 petition against team governor Patrick Dumont late Monday.
Indiana Hoosiers News / Yardbarker / August 10
Kirk Herbstreit's new take on Big Ten vs. SEC doesn't make a ton of sense
It's an interesting take, but it's a wrong one from Herbstreit.
Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / August 11
Mavericks' moves sending clear signal about Cooper Flagg's future
Rookie of the Year Cooper Flagg showed off a versatile set of skills his first seasons and proved he could play all over the court.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / August 11
Clippers sign tallest player in NBA
The Los Angeles Clippers have added a new player to their roster who is now the tallest in the NBA. The Clippers agreed to a two-way contract with center Jamarion Sharp, the team announced Monday.
Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / August 10
Dirk Nowitzki shares moving tribute to Don Nelson
Former Dallas Mavericks star Dirk Nowitzki offered a moving tribute to former coach Don Nelson following Nelson’s death on Sunday. Nowitzki was drafted and developed by Nelson in Dallas and enjoyed a very close relationship with his mentor.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 9
Don Nelson was a true NBA original
Don Nelson, who died Sunday at age 86, never won a title, but only his good friend Gregg Popovich logged more than Nellie's 1,335 career wins. His innovations were almost as legendary as his personality, and the NBA lost a true great this weekend.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 6
Anthony Davis extension would be absurd gamble for Wizards
An Anthony Davis extension should not require much discussion inside the Washington Wizards’ front office. Davis is eligible for a four-year deal worth approximately $275 million, but offering it before he plays a single game for the franchise would be an absurd gamble.
PJ Washington News / Yardbarker / August 4
Lakers are in 'advanced discussions' to trade for former lottery pick
The Lakers are looking to build their new roster around Luka Doncic.
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