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Howard starting for Mavericks
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Sure enough, with Josh Howard's return to the lineup ... he is starting tonight in his season debut.
Mavs coach on Howard's return: 'This is obviously a day we've been looking forward to for a while'
22 days ago by
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Mavericks coach Rick Carlisle said in his pre-game visit with the media that, indeed, forward Josh Howard will be active for tonight's game and will play. He wouldn't say if he'd start or not.
"The most important thing about this is he's gone through one process...
Mavericks guard Quinton Ross to play against Toronto tonight
22 days ago by
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Injured Mavericks guard Quinton Ross said Saturday morning after the team's shoot-around that he will play tonight against Toronto.
Ross bruised his lower back in Tuesday's home win over the Utah Jazz and didn't return to the game and then missed the Mavericks' overtime...
Mavericks excited to get Josh Howard back tonight against Toronto
22 days ago by
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Mavericks players said Saturday morning at the team's shoot-around that they were excited to get forward Josh Howard back into the lineup tonight against Toronto. The game is at 7:30 p.m. at the American Airlines Center and on Ch. 21.
Howard has been slow to recover from off-season...
Mavericks forward Howard to make season debut against Toronto tonight
22 days ago by
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Mavericks forward Josh Howard is expected to make his season debut tonight when Dallas hosts Toronto at 7:30 on Ch. 21.
Howard has missed the team's first five games recovering from off-season left ankle surgery. He went through full practices for the first time this week.
Also...
Mavericks won't have Gooden, Thomas on Saturday against Toronto
23 days ago by
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Mavericks forwards Josh Howard and Tim Thomas practiced Friday, but forward Drew Gooden didn't practice. Howard and Thomas are listed as day-to-day, and Gooden is listed as questionable for Saturday night's home game against Toronto.
Thomas and Gooden won't play against...
Dirk doesn't get DQ'd often
24 days ago by
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Dirk Nowitzki was miffed that he was disqualified from Wednesday's game in New Orleans because he picked up six fouls.
I can't remember the last time it happened,'' he said.
And there's a good reason. In 11 seasons, he's fouled out only 22 times.
The Mavericks...
Dirk doesn't get DQ'd often
24 days ago by
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Dirk Nowitzki was miffed that he was disqualified from Wednesday's game in New Orleans because he picked up six fouls.
I can't remember the last time it happened,'' he said.
And there's a good reason. In 11 seasons, he's fouled out only 22 times.
The Mavericks...
NBA All-Star Weekend may provide a hook shot for prostitutes
24 days ago by
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Dallas police expect an increase in the amount of prostitutes in the area for the NBA All-Star Weekend Feb. 11-14 2010 and Super Bowl LXV the following year.
Find out more here on our Crime Blog.
World Series vs. Mavericks vs. Stars
25 days ago by
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For inquiring minds who need to know, here are the Wednesday D-FW TV sports ratings on a rare MLB, NBA and NHL night.
Your questions, Eddie's answers: Inside the Dallas Mavericks
25 days ago by
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It's Eddie Sefko's job to ask the tough questions about the Dallas Mavericks. It's your job to make him answer a few.
Each week, Eddie answers your questions about the team in the Inside the Dallas Mavericks newsletter. Don't let him off the hook. Fire your question...
Mavs take charge
25 days ago by
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Jason Terry scored 10 of the first 12 Maverick points of the fourth quarter and the Mavericks have seized the lead 81-78.
Their defense is working harder and trying to double team Chris Paul whenever he gets the ball.
Working most of the time. But when they don't get there fast...
Mavs hanging around
25 days ago by
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Not sure how, but they are staying neck and neck with the Hornets.
They're only down two points late in the third quarter and, even as we write, have tied the score at 64.
The defense has perked up, which is the only reason they are still in the game.
--Eddie Sefko
What must CP3 think?
25 days ago by
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The Hornets are ahead by five midway through the second quarter, but they just don't look like the same, dominant force to be reckoned with that they were two or three years ago.
It's amazing how fast things can change in this league.
Chris Paul is as good as any point guard...
What must CP3 think?
25 days ago by
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The Hornets are ahead by five midway through the second quarter, but they just don't look like the same, dominant force to be reckoned with that they were two or three years ago.
It's amazing how fast things can change in this league.
Chris Paul is as good as any point guard...
Zip missing so far
25 days ago by
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The Mavericks haven't gotten much of a good-karma carryover from last night's emotional victory. Mostly, they've just been a step slow.
They fell behind quickly and still are down 31-22 after a Jason Kidd 3-pointer with 8:43 to go in the first half.
On the one occasion...
Zip missing so far
25 days ago by
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The Mavericks haven't gotten much of a good-karma carryover from last night's emotional victory. Mostly, they've just been a step slow.
They fell behind quickly and still are down 31-22 after a Jason Kidd 3-pointer with 8:43 to go in the first half.
On the one occasion...
Smashing debut
25 days ago by
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In his first NBA start, rookie Roddy Beaubois is ripping up the New Orleans Hornets.
He scored the Mavericks' first nine points before Shawn Marion got on the board and the game is tied at 11.
Beaubois has gotten to the rim and also knocked down a 3-pointer.
--Eddie Sefko
There's still two alive
25 days ago by
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The Mavericks' public-address announcer job remains up for grabs between Michael Taylor and Sean Heath.
Owner Mark Cuban said Wednesday night that he is planning on having each of the finalists alternate at least two more games to see how they do as they get more comfortable in...
The French connection
25 days ago by
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Given New Orleans' association with the French culture, what better place for Roddy Beaubois to get his first start?
OK, technically, Beaubois is from Guadeloupe, but he's still of French descent.
He'll replace Quinton Ross in the lineup.
Hey, why not. Send the kid out...
Gooden, Ross out
25 days ago by
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That deep and talented bench that the Mavericks have still will be tlented for tonight's game.
It just won't be deep.
Quinton Ross (lower back) and Drew Gooden (right rib cage muscle) both will sit out against New Orleans. With the assorted other injuries, the Mavericks are...
Star-studded cast to lead Frisco D-League team
25 days ago by
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Huge names will be at the top of the Frisco Development League team, led by Hall of Famer Nancy Lieberman, who will serve as head coach, the club will announce Thursday.
Joining her will be longtime NBA coach Del Harris, who will serve as the team's general manager and Spud Webb...
A sign of the Mavs defensive effort?
25 days ago by
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Earlier today, Mark Cuban responded to a question we asked him with a question of his own:
When was the last time the Mavs held three consecutive opponents to 85 points or less?
Well, Mark, it wasn't last year. And it wasn't the season before that. You have to go back almost...
Mavericks hoping to get help
25 days ago by
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Mostly, this is a test to make sure that the blogosphere is accepting my wandering thoughts.
But it's important to note that the Mavericks are hoping Drew Gooden and/or Quinton Ross can play tonight in New Orleans.
Both made the trip and we won't know if either or both is...
Take a look at Dirk's fantastic fourth quarter last night
25 days ago by
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Louis DeLuca, a veteran shooter whose covered the Mavericks since their arrival was on the court to witness and capture Dirk's 29-point quarter Tuesday night.
Click the picture to see the slideshow.
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