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Kyrie Irving Tries Recruiting Stephen Curry to ANTA After KAI 3 Moment

In case you missed it, Stephen Curry decided to lace up Kyrie Irving’s KAI 3 shoes back in January. He became the first NBA player to don the shoe and made headlines in the process.

NBA News / Mavs Moneyball / February 25

3 storylines to follow as the Dallas Mavericks host the Sacramento Kings

Don’t worry – we’ll all get through this one together. After a tight game in Indiana and a dicey last-minute flight to Brooklyn, the Dallas Mavericks head back home to host the Sacramento Kings on Thursday night.

Khris Middleton News / Last Word On Sports / February 25

Khris Middleton Has Upcoming Decision: Stay With Mavericks Or Accept Buyout To Try To Hook Up With Contender, Potential Landing Spots

Khris Middleton’s career is winding down. Now, the veteran has an upcoming decision whether to stay with the Dallas Mavericks or seek a new team via the buyout market.

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Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 25

Cooper Flagg out, Khris Middleton questionable for Kings-Mavericks clash

The Dallas Mavericks are set to take on the Sacramento Kings on Thursday. However, it appears the club already knows the designation for star rookie Cooper Flagg and newly acquired veteran Khris Middleton for this contest.

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The 23 best NBA players with exactly one All-Star appearance

The NBA is a league built on the backs of its stars. Every now and then, guys in the NBA will raise their play to All-Star level, and sometimes, that run only lasts for one season.

Jason Kidd News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 25

Jason Kidd reveals how Mavericks’ surprise breakout guard is ‘turning the corner’

The Dallas Mavericks have shifted their focus towards the future after parting ways with Anthony Davis. With Kyrie Irving sidelined for the season, several guards are auditioning for long-term roles with the team.

Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / February 25

Why The Mavericks Must Bring Back Marvin Bagley

When the Dallas Mavericks traded Anthony Davis, they were mocked for the sheer lack of assets they acquired. Most expected that the trade would only amount to salary cap relief, but the Mavericks may have found something extra.

Anthony Davis News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / February 25

This Underrated Aspect Makes Mavericks' Anthony Davis Trade Worth It

The Dallas Mavericks are hoping to move forward after trading Anthony Davis to the Washington Wizards. The Mavericks made the move with the future in mind, which should hopefully lead to more flexibility down the line for the team.

Mark Cuban News / EssentiallySports / February 25

'Was Going to Put Him Through the Locker' – Lakers Legend Recalls Ugly Scene With Mark Cuban

Mark Cuban had turned the Dallas Mavericks into the center of his universe. Many players often credit him with the reason behind their joining the organization.

Jason Kidd News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 25

Jason Kidd praises former top draft pick finding his way with Mavericks after surprise trade

Marvin Bagley was an afterthought in the discourse surrounding the Dallas Mavericks’ trade return for Anthony Davis. However, the former No. 2 pick has made an impact for the Mavericks during his first games following the blockbuster deal.

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / February 25

Why Dallas Mavericks Have to Hit on Next Draft Pick

It's important every year for teams, especially the Dallas Mavericks, to get the right prospects in the draft. However, this year coming up is even more important because they have the full rights to their pick.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / February 25

Marvin Bagley III Impressing For Mavericks After Anthony Davis Trade

The Dallas Mavericks are excited to see what Marvin Bagley III brings to their team in the final stretch of the season. Bagley was acquired in the eight-player deal that sent Anthony Davis to the Washington Wizards, but it appears Bagley is playing better than just a salary filler in a trade.

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Khris Middleton News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 25

Marc Stein wonders aloud about Khris Middleton with Mavericks buyout on table

As buyout season approaches, the future of Khris Middleton is one that has been heavily monitored around the league. Middleton, an NBA champion with the Milwaukee Bucks and a smooth-shooting wing, could emerge as one of the biggest buyout candidates on the market if he were to pursue a buyout.

Cooper Flagg News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / February 25

Mavericks' Cooper Flagg Losing Grip on Rookie of the Year Award

Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg is still the leading candidate for the league's Rookie of the Year award. However, his teammate from college, No. 4 overall pick Kon Knueppel of the Charlotte Hornets, is right on his neck and could possibly surpass him in the final couple of weeks of the season.

Anthony Davis News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / February 25

Anthony Davis Trade Pushes Mavericks Forward in Free Agency

The Dallas Mavericks are officially in the new era after trading Anthony Davis to the Washington Wizards. The team now has some flexibility to work with after moving his big contract, and that should really help them this summer when they are in need of reshaping the entire roster.

Dallas Mavericks News / Field Level Media / February 24

Marvin Bagley III's 22 points help Mavericks take down skidding Nets

Marvin Bagley III scored 22 points, including a clutch basket down the stretch as the Dallas Mavericks went ahead for good in the first quarter and earned a 123-114 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday night.

NBA News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / February 24

3 Overreactions as Mavericks Hold Off Nets In Tank Battle

The Dallas Mavericks flew in on Tuesday afternoon to play the Brooklyn Nets due to a snowstorm, as both teams wanted to make sure to get this fight for the tank in.

NBA News / Field Level Media / February 23

Finally off the schneid, Mavericks face struggling Nets

In the month that passed between their last two wins, the Dallas Mavericks tweaked their roster by dealing Anthony Davis and lost Cooper Flagg to a foot injury, but still finished games with the same frustrating result until Sunday night.

Cooper Flagg News / Dallas Hoops Journal / February 23

Dallas Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg Considered ‘Easy Addition’ For Team USA For 2028 Olympics

Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg was on Team USA’s Select Team in 2024 and more than held his own against NBA superstars. Flagg, who will be 21 years old during the summer of 2028 when the Summer Olympics take place in Los Angeles, is considered an “easy addition” for Team USA’s 2028 roster, according to Vincent Goodwill of ESPN.

Kyrie Irving News / Hoops Wire / February 23

Why Mavericks made the right call in shutting down Kyrie Irving

The Mavericks officially shut down Kyrie Irving for the remainder of the season, and it’s hard to argue with the decision. According to Mike Curtis of

Mark Cuban News / The SportsRush / February 22

Mark Cuban Recalls Giving Up $2.4M Mavericks’ Revenue, Claims Affordability a Bigger Issue Than Tanking

The ever-growing issue of tanking has taken over the NBA narrative and conversations. Commissioner Adam Silver has made it clear that he plans on implementing a solution to prevent teams from tanking and providing a poor product on the court.

Mark Cuban News / Hoops Wire / February 21

Mark Cuban: If NBA is anti-tanking, how do buyouts make sense?

Mark Cuban isn’t done poking holes in the NBA’s tanking logic. As the league ramps up its anti-tanking push — with commissioner Adam Silver openly acknowledging the issue has gotten worse — the former Mavericks majority owner took to social media to raise a fairly uncomfortable follow-up question.