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Cooper Flagg, Klay Thompson Injury Update: Mavericks Receive Positive News Before Magic Game

The Dallas Mavericks are on the road on Thursday night as they travel to face off against the Orlando Magic in an interconference matchup. For Dallas, it has been a tough season thus far as they currently sit 12th in the Western Conference standings with a 21-40 record and they enter Thursday’s matchup amid a four-game losing streak.

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3 notes before Dallas takes on the Magic

The NBA slows for no team, and Dallas continues to struggle with injuries as they get set to continue their extended road trip, this time with a game against the Orlando Magic.

Cooper Flagg News / Total Apex Sports / March 4

A.C. Green Weighs In On Cooper Flagg’s NBA Status

NBA legend A.C. Green recently sat down with The Action Network’s Matt Moore to weigh in on Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg’s NBA status. Read on for the recent interview.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / March 4

Mavericks' P.J. Washington Makes His Case For Cooper Flagg to Win Rookie of the Year

Dallas Mavericks star rookie Cooper Flagg was considered the heavy favorite to take home Rookie of the Year, but that has been waning in recent weeks, as Flagg has now missed 8 straight games with a midfoot sprain.

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The 'NBA 30-point game leaders' quiz

How many of the players with at least 200-career 30-point games in NBA history can you name in six minutes?

The 'Most 40-point NBA games' quiz

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

PJ Washington News / Last Word On Sports / March 4

Why the Dallas Mavericks are Lucky to Have P.J. Washington

The Dallas Mavericks faithful have had it rough over the last year and a half. A devastating trade that broke up a Finals team, humbling injury after humbling injury and a roster full of would-be bench riders.

NBA News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / March 4

Hornets Coach Questions NBA Officials Despite Blowout Win Over Dallas Mavericks

The Dallas Mavericks tried to stay competitive with the red-hot Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday night, but they ended up getting blown out, 117-90. It was the Hornets' fifth straight win by at least 15 points, as they brought themselves back to .500 on the season, while the Mavs are now a season-low 19 games below .500.

Klay Thompson News / Mavs Moneyball / March 4

Grading the Mavericks: Klay Thompson got a raw deal, but he has taken it in stride

The Mavericks were 1-4 over the last week and remain in 12th place in the West. They beat Brooklyn (123-114), and lost four largely uncompetitive games to Sacramento (130-121), Memphis (124-105), Oklahoma City (100-87), and Charlotte (117-90).

Cooper Flagg News / Hardwood Heroics / March 4

'He’s Ramping Up' – Dallas Mavericks Coach Drops Encouraging Cooper Flagg Injury Update Amid 8-Game Absence

Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd told reporters after their 117-90 loss to the Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday night that rookie sensation Cooper Flagg is closing in on a return.

Cooper Flagg News / Mavs Moneyball / March 3

Player Grades – Recapping the Mavericks vs. the Hornets

The Dallas Mavericks, still without Cooper Flagg, started their longest road trip in 15 years, taking on the Charlotte Hornets. The six-game trip got off on the wrong foot with a 117-90 loss.

Dallas Mavericks News / EssentiallySports / March 4

Jason Kidd Drops Key Cooper Flagg Injury Return Update Ahead of Mavs-Hornets

The Dallas Mavericks’ recent 2-5 skid has put a spotlight on Cooper Flagg‘s absence, but head coach Jason Kidd delivered the most optimistic update yet on the rookie’s return.

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / March 3

Charlotte Hornets Buzz Past Dallas Mavericks 117-90

The Dallas Mavericks opened a six-game road trip against the Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday. However, the Hornets blew out the Mavericks 117-90 at the Spectrum Center.

NBA News / Mavs Moneyball / March 3

Stats Rundown: 3 numbers to know after Charlotte thumped Dallas, 117-90

The Dallas Mavericks were beaten by the Charlotte Hornets, 117-90 in a game that fell well short of competitive. Dallas, still short-handed and without Cooper Flagg, was dispatched with ease by the NBA’s hottest team.

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NBA News / Mavs Moneyball / March 3

Mavericks vs. Hornets Recap: 3 notes from Dallas’ 117-90 loss at Charlotte

The Dallas Mavericks (21-40) had nothing for the Charlotte Hornets (31-31) on Tuesday at the Spectrum Center, leaving town with a big 117-90 “L” bulging out of their pocket.

Nico Harrison News / Larry Brown Sports / March 3

Patrick Dumont responds to a fan’s comment about Nico Harrison

Patrick Dumont does not appear to have any regrets about his decision to make a GM change. The Dallas Mavericks governor and co-owner Dumont drew attention this week over his funny interaction with a Mavericks fan.

Tyus Jones News / Dallas Hoops Journal / March 2

Former Dallas Mavericks Guard Tyus Jones Joins Denver Nuggets

Former Dallas Mavericks guard Tyus Jones is joining the Denver Nuggets, according to NBA insider Shams Charania of ESPN. Jones began this season with the Orlando Magic.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Wire / March 2

NBA Notes: Mavericks, Khris Middleton, Rockets, Tyus Jones, Darryn Peterson

Khris Middleton chose to remain with the Mavericks rather than pursue a buyout, and that makes sense. As relayed by The Stein Line’s Marc Stein, had Middleton negotiated a buyout, he would have forfeited his Bird rights — a key factor as he approaches unrestricted free agency this summer.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / March 2

Mavericks Projected to Take Exciting Guard of the Future in Latest NBA Mock Draft

The Dallas Mavericks are likely lottery-bound once again this year, as they sit 18 games below .500 with 22 games left to play. They have no desire to win this year, as 2026 is the last year they control their first-round pick until 2031.

Dallas Mavericks News / Last Word On Sports / March 2

With Nothing to Fight For, Why Shouldn’t the Mavericks Tank?

The Dallas Mavericks are at the tail end of a turbulent transitional period. Players are injured, people are confused, and everyone involved just wants to see the offseason.

Dallas Mavericks News / Fadeaway World / March 1

Jason Kidd Shuts The Door On Khris Middleton Buyout Talks

Although he was acquired by the Dallas Mavericks ahead of the trade deadline, NBA veteran Khris Middleton garnered considerable attention from teams as a potential buyout target.

Ryan Nembhard News / Hoops Rumors / March 1

Mavs Promote Ryan Nembhard To Two-Year Standard Deal

March 1: Nembhard has officially been converted to a standard deal, the Mavericks announced (Twitter link). February 28: The Mavericks are promoting two-way guard Ryan Nembhard to a two-year standard contract that features a team option for 2026/27, league sources tell Marc Stein of The Stein Line (Twitter link).

Khris Middleton News / Hoops Wire / February 28

Khris Middleton to remain with Mavericks, declines buyout

Khris Middleton is staying put. The veteran forward has decided not to pursue a buyout and will finish the season with the Mavericks, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line.

Tyus Jones News / Hoops Rumors / February 28

Mavericks To Waive Tyus Jones

The Mavericks intend to waive point guard Tyus Jones, reports Marc Stein of The Stein Line (Twitter link). Because the move will happen before the end of the day on Sunday, Jones will retain his playoff eligibility for his next team.

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 28

Jalen Brunson achieves Knicks history in big win over Bucks

Already able to make a case as one of the greatest New York Knicks players ever, Jalen Brunson made history while leading his team to a dominating win on Friday night.

Josh Hart hits back at an angry Knicks fan on social media

Tyrese Maxey passes Allen Iverson in major 76ers franchise milestone

Kings' Precious Achiuwa outduels Mavericks' Naji Marshall in sad tank-off

Lakers' Marcus Smart looked so fed up with Deandre Ayton

Clint Capela fires back at Ayton

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Hoops Journal / February 27

Dallas Mavericks Co-Interim GM Reveals What Went Into Shutting Down Kyrie Irving For Season

Dallas Mavericks co-interim general manager Matt Riccardi joined Sportsradio 1310 The Ticket and the decision to shut down NBA star Kyrie Irving for the season was brought up.