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3 Teams That Can Save The Season With an Anthony Davis Trade

3 Teams That Can Save The Season With an Anthony Davis Trade

The harsh truth for the Dallas Mavericks is that December 15 cannot come soon enough. That is the date when most players in the league become eligible for trades, and for Dallas, it might mark the start of a much-needed reset.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / November 12
Bill Simmons points to biggest mistake Nico Harrison made in Luka Doncic trade he completely ‘missed’

Bill Simmons points to biggest mistake Nico Harrison made in Luka Doncic trade he completely ‘missed’

Bill Simmons believes there is one aspect of trading Luka Doncic that Nico Harrison and the rest of the Dallas Mavericks failed to consider. The Dallas Mavericks parted ways with Nico Harrison after months of fan unrest.

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The '2024-25 NBA scoring leaders by team' quiz

The '2024-25 NBA scoring leaders by team' quiz

How many of the players to lead their teams in points-per-game in 2024-25 NBA season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz
The 'Most triple-doubles in a season by NBA team' quiz
The 'Three-point leaders by NBA franchise' quiz
Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 12
Mavericks rumors: Nico Harrison once placed Jrue Holiday in ‘same trade target tier’ as Nikola Jokic

Mavericks rumors: Nico Harrison once placed Jrue Holiday in ‘same trade target tier’ as Nikola Jokic

Nico Harrison is finally out of Dallas. Ever since the infamous Luka Doncic trade, Nico Harrison’s job with the Dallas Mavericks has been hanging in the balance.

NBA News / Yardbarker
The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

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.

Dallas Mavericks News / The SportsRush / November 12
'It Was All Nico Harrison': Mavericks Ownership Had Nothing to Do With Luka Doncic Trade, Says Kendrick Perkins

'It Was All Nico Harrison': Mavericks Ownership Had Nothing to Do With Luka Doncic Trade, Says Kendrick Perkins

The Dallas Mavericks firing general manager Nico Harrison was something everyone saw coming. It stems directly from his disastrous move at February’s trade deadline to trade away beloved superstar Luka Doncic for Anthony Davis.

Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / November 12

Mavericks State Media Transmission: You peasants are welcome — we await your ceaseless adulation

Trotsky. Ceaușescu. Khrushchev. Sadat. Gorbachev. Hussein. Gaddafi. And now, Harrison. Figureheads come and figureheads go, am I right, comrades? But the Great Eagle, immutable, clean and bright, continues to soar overhead.

Nico Harrison News / EssentiallySports / November 12
Nico Harrison Is At Peace Following Mavs Firing, Declares NBA Legend

Nico Harrison Is At Peace Following Mavs Firing, Declares NBA Legend

The Dallas Mavericks made a major front office shake-up this week, parting ways with General Manager Nico Harrison. The decision came from Governor Patrick Dumont after a disappointing home loss and growing fan frustration, leaving the team at 3-8.

Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / November 12

Grading the Mavericks: the witch is dead, and the Phoenix rises

The Mavericks were 1-3 this past week, and remain in 14th place in the West. The lone win came against Washington (111-105), while the three losses came in Memphis (118-104) and at home to New Orleans (101-99) and Milwaukee (116-113).

Dallas Mavericks News / The SportsRush / November 12
Jason Kidd’s Son Lambasts Mavericks’ Decision To Play Cooper Flagg At Point Guard

Jason Kidd’s Son Lambasts Mavericks’ Decision To Play Cooper Flagg At Point Guard

Cooper Flagg’s start to life in the NBA has been difficult, and the lofty expectations that he entered the league with have, in a way, simmered down. The blame game is never all too fortuitous but this certainly isn’t the Duke alum fault.

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Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / November 12

Former Mavericks coach Richie Adubato dies at 87

Former Mavericks head coach Richie Adubato has died, according to a statement from his family over the weekend. He was 87. Adubato compiled a 106-228 record at the Mavericks’ helm from 1989-93 after serving as an assistant for head coaches Dick Motta and John Macleod starting in 1986.

Jason Kidd News / Larry Brown Sports / November 11
Surprising report surfaces about Jason Kidd’s future

Surprising report surfaces about Jason Kidd’s future

Jason Kidd might be pulling a Brad Stevens amid all the moving parts right now in Dallas. The Dallas Mavericks head coach Kidd could potentially transition into a front office role for the team now that GM Nico Harrison has been fired, Chris Mannix of Sports Illustrated reported on Tuesday.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Wire / November 11
Mavericks Rumors: Anthony Davis, D’Angelo Russell, Mark Cuban, Jason Kidd

Mavericks Rumors: Anthony Davis, D’Angelo Russell, Mark Cuban, Jason Kidd

Patrick Dumont had seen enough. As ESPN’s Tim MacMahon reported, the Mavericks governor made the late-night call Monday to fire general manager Nico Harrison, ending a tenure that had grown toxic inside the organization.

Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / November 11
Mavericks mess is another example of 'new owner syndrome'

Mavericks mess is another example of 'new owner syndrome'

The Dallas Mavericks fired GM Nico Harrison on Tuesday, but his most controversial trade was made with the full backing of new team governor Patrick Dumont.

Nico Harrison damage won't be easy to undo for Mavericks
Harrison was doomed by more than Luka Doncic trade
Draymond Green calls Harrison's firing 'whack,' but decision still seems justified
The 20 greatest trash talkers in NBA history
The 'NBA No. 1 draft pick and Rookie of the Year' quiz
Dallas Mavericks News / Scoop B / November 11
Jason Kidd’s Son, TJ Kidd Pokes Fun At Cooper Flagg Playing PG For Dallas Mavs

Jason Kidd’s Son, TJ Kidd Pokes Fun At Cooper Flagg Playing PG For Dallas Mavs

The Dallas Mavericks were a trending topic today after team Governor Patrick Dumont fired General Manager Nico Harrison. This move comes amid a turbulent period for the franchise, whose Head Coach, Jason Kidd, has been guiding the team through significant roster upheaval and a deeply disappointing start to the 2025-26 NBA season.

Dallas Mavericks News / Last Word On Sports / November 11
Max Christie Rising: From Role Player to Corner Sniper

Max Christie Rising: From Role Player to Corner Sniper

Max Christie has become one of the most exciting stories in the NBA this season. The young Maverick wing has elevated his game from a supporting role to a critical contributor, consistently producing across multiple areas.

Anthony Davis News / Hoops Wire / November 11
What’s next for Anthony Davis as Mavericks weigh options?

What’s next for Anthony Davis as Mavericks weigh options?

The biggest question in Dallas isn’t when Anthony Davis will return from his calf strain — it’s whether the Mavericks are ready to move on altogether. According to ESPN’s Tim Bontemps, the possibility of trading Davis would have been unthinkable under former GM Nico Harrison.

Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / November 11
Cooper Flagg's mother clarifies stance on Nico Harrison

Cooper Flagg's mother clarifies stance on Nico Harrison

Harrison was fired as GM of the Mavericks on Tuesday morning.

Nico Harrison damage won't be easy to undo for Mavericks
Nico Harrison was doomed by more than Luka Doncic trade
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The 25 greatest NBA duos of all time
The 'Most points in an NBA Christmas Day game' quiz
Nico Harrison News / Yardbarker / November 12
Nico Harrison damage won't be easy to undo for Mavericks

Nico Harrison damage won't be easy to undo for Mavericks

The Dallas Mavericks addressed the root of their problem on Tuesday by firing embattled general manager Nico Harrison, but the damage he wreaked will be hard for the next front office leader to undo.

Harrison was doomed by more than disastrous Luka Doncic trade
Draymond Green calls Harrison's firing 'whack,' but decision still justified
Mavericks mess is another example of 'new owner syndrome'
Cooper Flagg's mother clarifies stance on former GM Harrison
Harrison makes fitting (and funny) social media update after firing
Surprising report surfaces about Mavs coach Jason Kidd's future

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