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Is Klay Thompson in danger of losing starting spot on Mavericks?

As the Dallas Mavericks get ready to start the preseason, there is a lot of confidence in the depth of the team to stay competitive until Kyrie Irving returns from his ACL injury.

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Mavericks’ Kyrie Irving on ACL rehab: I’ll be ready when I’m ready

Mavericks star point guard Kyrie Irving made it clear to fans that he won’t be rushing back to the court. “There’s no timetable for when I’m coming back, so please don’t ask me when I’m coming back,” Irving said during a recent Twitch stream, via HoopsHype.

Cooper Flagg News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / October 5

What Cooper Flagg is still adjusting to before Mavericks preseason debut

The Dallas Mavericks are getting ready for their first preseason game of the 2025-26 season on Monday, October 6th. They also just had training camp in Vancouver last week as they worked to integrate their new offensive system.

Dereck Lively II News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 5

Will Mavericks center Dereck Lively II actually shoot 3-pointers this season?

Aside from a few obvious talking points (such as that Luka Doncic trade you may have heard about), the question of whether or not Dereck Lively II will shoot three-pointers has been often discussed in the Dallas Mavericks world over the past year.

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The 'Most 20-rebound NBA games' quiz

How many of the 49 players in NBA history to haul in at least 20 rebounds in a game on 30 or more occasions can you name in seven minutes?

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Cooper Flagg News / Mavs Moneyball / October 5

Basketball card collectors will get a snoot full of Cooper Flagg this season

Fresh off its first official licensing deal with the NBA since the 2009-2010 season, card company Topps will feature Dallas Mavericks rookie forward Cooper Flagg on packs and boxes this year.

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The best draft pick in the history of NBA franchise

The draft is a huge key to building a team. Sometimes, picks don't work out the way general managers hope, but sometimes, they can change the fate of your franchise's next decade or two.

Klay Thompson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 5

Mavericks’ training camp lineup experiment could make Klay Thompson 6th man

The Dallas Mavericks recently completed training camp. Following one of the practice days, Mavs head coach Jason Kidd revealed an intriguing lineup experiment — one that surely caught Klay Thompson’s attention.

Max Christie News / Mavs Moneyball / October 5

Max Christie took a huge leap last season, but how much more can he develop?

The 2024-25 season was filled with highs and lows for the third-year shooting guard out of Michigan State. The Lakers signed Christie to an extension in the summer of 2024 and he entered the year with high expectations and a hope for an increased role and production.

Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / October 5

Mavericks fans are really into this bench guard

Earlier in the week, we ran a poll asking which Dallas Mavericks bench guard was the most intriguing option. With Dennis Smith Jr., Dante Exum, and Brandon Williams as the three options, consider me surprised at these results.

Kyrie Irving News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 5

3 Kyrie Irving bold predictions for 2025-26 Mavericks season

The Dallas Mavericks have had a topsy-turvy year and a half and will attempt to stay relevant near the top of the Western Conference next season. Last season’s 39-43 record only earned them a place in the play-in, where the Memphis Grizzlies eventually knocked them out in the absence of Kyrie Irving.

Dallas Mavericks News / EssentiallySports / October 5

Cooper Flagg Facing Struggles Trusting Mavs Coaches Ahead of Debut

Imagine stepping into your first-ever NBA practice and all eyes are already on you. At 18, you’re supposed to look composed and confident in a team full of veterans as old as 35.

Klay Thompson News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / October 4

'There's no reason': Klay Thompson makes bold proclamation about Mavericks' defense

Dallas Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison has said "defense wins championships" so much since he traded Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis that Mavs fans are sick of it.

Anthony Davis News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / October 4

Dallas Mavericks planning to use Anthony Davis in controversial way

The Dallas Mavericks are in the middle of training camp, working on retooling the offense to better fit the personnel. In the past few years, it revolved around letting Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving handle the pick-and-roll, as they're two of the better decision-makers in the pick-and-roll that the NBA has ever seen.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 4

NBA Notes: Mavericks, Klay Thompson, Knicks, Wizards, Khris Middleton

Klay Thompson is already talking championship in Dallas. According to Christian Clark of The Athletic, the veteran sharpshooter believes the Mavericks can win it all — provided they stay healthy and Kyrie Irving returns at some point this season.

Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / October 4

What’s your regular season starting lineup and rotation?

Heading into the preseason with the roster that the Dallas Mavericks have assembled, you have to think that coach Jason Kidd will need some time to tinker with his rotation prior to the regular season.

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PJ Washington News / Stadium Rant / October 4

Brittany Renner Is Being Oppressive To PJ Washington When It Comes To Paying For Child Support

Social media influencer Brittany Renner is reportedly demanding $35K a month from PJ Washington. She also claimed $5.5K is not enough to ‘make ends meet’-despite her massive social media following and brand deals.

Cooper Flagg News / NBA Analysis Network / October 4

Dallas Mavericks star warns Cooper Flagg to avoid ‘one guy’ mentality ahead of challenging rookie season

One Dallas Mavericks player spoke to Cooper Flagg during preseason training and encouraged him to focus on the team next season. All eyes are going to be on Cooper Flagg, as the Dallas Mavericks’ #1 overall pick looks set for a strong rookie season.

Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / October 4

An Internal Inventory of a Dallas Mavericks Fan

On October 13th, 1992, Admiral James Stockdale began his introductory comments at the Vice Presidential debate with an opening line that would become a punchline for laughs on Saturday Night Live shortly thereafter.

Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / October 3

Kendrick Perkins slams Anthony Davis for being out of shape

Kendrick Perkins is calling out another NBA star for being overweight. The ESPN analyst Perkins went viral this week over his critical comments about Dallas Mavericks star Anthony Davis.

PJ Washington News / Total Apex Sports / October 3

PJ Washington’s Alleged Texts Leaked Amid Battle with Ex-Girlfriend

Dallas Mavericks star PJ Washington entered the news cycle again. This time, Washington, 27, made headlines for his high-profile battle with his ex-girlfriend, “Basketball Wives” alum Brittany Renner.

Cooper Flagg News / Larry Brown Sports / October 3

Cooper Flagg did so poorly on a 2000s NBA quiz

Cooper Flagg regrettably does not appear to be an elite ball-knower. The Dallas Mavericks star rookie Flagg was given a quiz on the 2000s NBA during media day earlier this week.

Dirk Nowitzki News / Total Apex Sports / October 3

Dallas Mavericks Honor Dirk Nowitzki With Renovated Basketball Courts

The Dallas Mavericks continue to honor franchise legend Dirk Nowitzki more than six years after his final game. This time, with renovated basketball courts in Nowitzki’s hometown of Würzburg, Germany.

Dallas Mavericks News / Athlon Sports / October 2

Anthony Davis Reveals Truth About His Change in Physical Appearance

Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis turned heads when he appeared noticeably bigger during Media Day. Officially listed at 268 pounds, Davis is carrying about 15 more pounds than he did at the start of last season.

PJ Washington News / Hardwood Heroics / October 2

'Struggling to Make Ends Meet' – Dallas Mavericks’ PJ Washington Receives $35,000 Demand From Defiant Ex

Brittany Renner reportedly wants PJ Washington to pay at least $35,000 in monthly child support in the wake of the latter’s $90 million contract extension with the Dallas Mavericks this offseason.

Kyrie Irving News / Sneakers on SI / October 2

Kyrie Irving's New 'Yin & Yang' Sneakers Bring Balance to Life

Dallas Mavericks point guard Kyrie Irving‘s signature line with ANTA is one of the most innovative partnerships in the sneaker world. Combining creative designs with comfort and cutting-edge technology, the collaboration has been firing on all cylinders.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Rumors / October 1