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Grading every Dallas Mavericks player at NBA's midseason mark

The Dallas Mavericks are officially halfway through the NBA season (technically, they're a game past, but they had games on back-to-back days). It has been far from the season they imagined it would be, as they sit with a 16-26 record and are a few games out of the final spot in the Play-In Tournament.

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Zach Lowe floats intriguing Anthony Davis trade to Raptors

Amid the NBA trade season, Dallas Mavericks’ Anthony Davis is a possibility for the Toronto Raptors, according to insider Zach Lowe. There’s a path for the Raptors to land Davis ahead of this year’s trade deadline.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / January 16

Steph Curry Sends Message to Klay Thompson After NBA Announcement

Dallas Mavericks guard Klay Thompson is one of the best shooters in basketball history. In fact, his 14 triples against the Chicago Bulls in 2018 remain the NBA record for the most 3-pointers in a single game.

Klay Thompson News / Field Level Media / January 16

Mavs relish Klay Thompson’s historic moment ahead of Jazz rematch

Klay Thompson and the Dallas Mavericks aim to run it back as they host the Utah Jazz on Saturday for the second time in three days. Thompson moved into fourth place on the all-time made threes list and the Mavericks scored a season-high 144 points when they thumped the Jazz by 22 on Thursday.

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Anthony Davis News / Dallas Hoops Journal / January 16

Execs Expect Anthony Davis To Remain With Dallas Mavericks Past 2026 NBA Trade Deadline

Executives expect Anthony Davis to remain with the Dallas Mavericks past the 2026 NBA trade deadline, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Davis has

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The biggest 'what if' moment for every NBA franchise

It's hard for everything to go right in the NBA, whether that's due to managerial decisions, bad luck with injuries, or other factors. In league history, there are some moments that stand out, moments that could have gone in a completely different direction and drastically changed the league.

Dirk Nowitzki News / The SportsRush / January 16

Dirk Nowitzki Could Be Offered a Front Office Role By New Owner In Order To Mend Their Relationship

It has been a wild year and a half for the Dallas Mavericks. They traded Luka Doncic because he didn’t fit into Nico Harrison’s plan. Months and a string of losses later, they fired Harrison as well.

Klay Thompson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 16

Mavericks’ Klay Thompson shouts out dad, Reggie Miller, Ray Allen after historic turn-back-the-clock game

Klay Thompson’s still got it! On Thursday night, the Dallas Mavericks guard turned back the clock with a vintage performance. Thompson’s throwback outing netted him an incredible honor, passing Damian Lillard on the all-time list for most three-pointers made in the game.

Kyrie Irving News / Mavs Moneyball / January 16

Kyrie Irving: I want the youth to use basketball as a better vehicle than we used it

Dallas Maverick guard and injured vet and mentor for a host of young NBA players, Kyrie Irving, talked to fans last week after the game against the Sacramento Kings.

Anthony Davis News / Mavs Moneyball / January 16

Player Grades: Recapping Mavericks vs. Jazz

The last time the Dallas Mavericks took on the Utah Jazz, they lost both the game and Anthony Davis. Thursday night was a different story, as Dallas took a 144-122 win.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / January 16

Dallas Mavericks Demolish Utah Jazz 144-122

The Dallas Mavericks welcomed the Utah Jazz to the American Airlines Center on Thursday night. The Mavericks had the game from start to finish, defeating the Jazz 144-122 in the first of two games this weekend.

Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / January 16

Stats Recap: 3 Numbers From Mavericks 144-122 evisceration of Jazz

The Mavericks absolutely demolished the Jazz, 144-122, in a game that was never close. It was a team effort from the injury-riddled Mavericks, as seven players finished in double digits, including 26 from Klay Thompson, 22 from Naji Marshall, 19 from Jaden Hardy, and 18 from Brandon Williams.

Klay Thompson News / Field Level Media / January 15

Klay Thompson drains 6 treys as Mavericks thrash Jazz

Klay Thompson came off the bench to knock down six 3-pointers on the way to a game-high 26 points as the Dallas Mavericks blasted the visiting Utah Jazz 144-122 on Thursday.

NBA News / Mavs Moneyball / January 15

3 things after Dallas dimantled Utah, 144-122

The Dallas Mavericks absolutely evaporated the Utah Jazz by a score of 144-122 in a game that was never close. This game had all the warning signs that it was going to get extremely ugly for someone.

NBA News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / January 15

3 overreactions as depleted Mavericks decimate Utah Jazz

The Dallas Mavericks hosted the Utah Jazz on Thursday night for the second night of a back-to-back for both teams. Both teams were coming off losses, and with only a half-game separating them in the standings, someone was going have to tank control of the tank battle.

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Klay Thompson News / Athlon Sports / January 15

Mavericks Make Klay Thompson Announcement on Thursday

Klay Thompson was back on the court on Thursday night for a shorthanded Dallas Mavericks side. The five-time All-Star is looking to help lead his team to a bounce-back victory after their 118-109 loss to the Denver Nuggets on Wednesday.

Dallas Mavericks News / Athlon Sports / January 15

Mavericks Announce Cooper Flagg News on Thursday

Cooper Flagg suffered an injury in the Dallas Mavericks’ 118-109 loss to the Denver Nuggets on Wednesday. The 19-year-old was forced to leave the game in the second quarter due to an ankle injury.

Jeremiah Robinson-Earl News / Mavs Moneyball / January 15

Dallas Mavericks to Sign Jeremiah Robinson-Earl to 10-Day Hardship Contract

The Dallas Mavericks have signed forward Jeremiah Robinson-Earl to a 10-day hardship contract, adding frontcourt depth amid a stretch of widespread injuries.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / January 15

Dallas Mavericks could trade for former lottery pick

The Dallas Mavericks should be looking at the trade deadline as an opportunity for them to get a piece that they can utilize for the future. They might be able to have that if CBS Sports writer Sam Quinn's projected trade becomes true.

Cooper Flagg News / Field Level Media / January 15

Mavs rookie Cooper Flagg (ankle) doubtful vs. Jazz

Dallas Mavericks standout rookie Cooper Flagg is doubtful for Thursday night's game against the visiting Utah Jazz, the second half of a back-to-back. Flagg sustained a left ankle sprain in the second quarter of Wednesday's 118-109 loss to the Denver Nuggets.

Jason Kidd News / Athlon Sports / January 15

Jason Kidd Announces Move During NBA Season

Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd’s tenure in Dallas has been a blend of notable highs and lows. After leading the Mavericks to the NBA Finals in 2024, Kidd’s team has struggled to find consistency the past two seasons amid injuries, lineup changes and uneven play.

Dallas Mavericks News / The SportsRush / January 14

Kendrick Perkins Urges Mavs to Abandon Kyrie Irving-Anthony Davis Core, Go All-In on Cooper Flagg

The Dallas Mavericks have some huge stars on their roster, but the dark cloud that began over the franchise when Luka Dončić was traded away continues to hover.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Hoops Journal / January 14

Dallas Mavericks Getting Trade Calls On Daniel Gafford, Naji Marshall

The Dallas Mavericks are getting trade calls on Daniel Gafford and Naji Marshall, according to NBA insider Marc Stein of The Stein Line. “League sources

Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / January 14

Anthony Davis calls out the media amid trade and injury speculation

Davis doesn't seem pleased with the reporting on his current circumstances.

Davis injury adds to list of maladies

Rich Paul is right about Lakers guard Austin Reaves

Report: Wizards star G Trae Young to sit out through All-Star break

Sixers star Tyrese Maxey may pop up as All-Star starter

Raptors' Scottie Barnes proves All-Star worth in win over Pacers

Hornets announce jersey retirement for franchise legend

Anthony Davis News / Yardbarker / January 13

Anthony Davis won't need surgery after all

Anthony Davis took issue with ESPN's report that his hand injury would require surgery. He was vindicated when a second doctor determined the Dallas Mavericks big man could be re-evaluated in six weeks.

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Kyrie Irving News / Hoops Wire / January 13

Report: Mavericks’ Kyrie Irving could return after All-Star break

The Mavericks are saying very little publicly about Kyrie Irving. Privately, the picture appears clearer. According to Grant Afseth of Dallas Hoops Journal, there has been no indication Irving will be shut down for the season.