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Dereck Lively II News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / July 15

Mavericks get major injury update for Dereck Lively II

Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II is on the road to recovery after missing a good chunk of last season with a foot injury. Lively, 21, played in just 36 games for the Mavs in his second NBA season due to injury, stunting the growth of the former Duke Blue Devils big man.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / July 15

Two forgotten Dallas Mavericks crack NBA top 100 list

Despite the franchise being relatively new compared to a lot of the NBA, they've had a historic list of great players play for the organization. Not all of them were in their prime when they played for the Mavs, but not everyone can be Dirk Nowitzki and play for one franchise for their entire career.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / July 15

Kyrie Irving Admits He Considered Swinging On Payton Pritchard Over Half-Court Bombs In 2024 Finals

Kyrie Irving is never short on raw honesty, and his latest livestream moment proves it once again. While speaking about the Dallas Mavericks’ 2024 NBA Finals loss to the Boston Celtics, Irving revealed just how infuriating it was to watch Celtics guard Payton Pritchard sink not one, but two improbable half-court buzzer beaters during the series.

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Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / July 15

Dallas Mavericks new addition has optimistic message for fans

The Dallas Mavericks only made one new addition to their roster during free agency. The Mavericks were left with a hole in the backcourt following Kyrie Irving's season-ending ACL tear in March.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 15

Scorching Klay Thompson workout brings out Megan Thee Stallion jokes

Cooper Flagg is supposed to be the talk of the town in the Dallas Mavericks realm, but Klay Thompson just made a strong case why people should pay more attention to him, albeit for reasons completely unrelated to basketball.

Klay Thompson News / Dallas Hoops Journal / July 15

Watch: Dallas Mavericks’ Klay Thompson Sizzles With Sharp Shooting Workout

Four-time NBA champion Klay Thompson is ready for his second season with the Dallas Mavericks. Thompson recently trained in New York with renowned basketball trainer Chris Brickley and the shooting guard put on quite the show.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / July 15

Klay Thompson Dating History: Megan Thee Stallion Latest Among Beautiful Women

Golden State Warriors legend and current Dallas Mavericks guard Klay Thompson has long been known for his silky jump shot, defensive tenacity, and championship pedigree.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 15

Biggest Dallas Mavericks overreactions from 2025 NBA Summer League

The NBA Summer League is always a hotbed for hype. However, that hype can quickly spiral into overreaction. For the Dallas Mavericks, the 2025 Summer League brought a spotlight on their new franchise cornerstone, No.

Dallas Mavericks News / Fadeaway World / July 15

What Would An Under-23 Lineup For Team USA Look Like At 2028 Olympics?

For years, Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban has made no secret of his frustration with the Olympic model for NBA players. In his eyes, the NBA assumes all the risk while global governing bodies like the IOC, FIBA, and broadcasters pocket billions.

Dallas Mavericks News / Athlon Sports / July 15

Klay Thompson Won't Tolerate This Kobe Bryant Disrespect

Dallas Mavericks star Klay Thompson won't stand for any disrespect towards NBA legend Kobe Bryant. Thompson made that abundantly clear after Bleacher Report released its latest ranking of the 100 greatest players in NBA history.

Kyrie Irving News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / July 15

Mavericks star Kyrie Irving ahead of multiple MVPs on NBA all-time list

Kyrie Irving's place in NBA history is tough to nail down. He's a 9-time NBA All-Star but has just three All-NBA selections, has an NBA championship with the Cleveland Cavaliers, hitting one of the biggest shots in NBA history in Game 7 of that series, and was the 2012 Rookie of the Year.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / July 15

NBA analyst's one-word response to define Mavericks offseason

The Dallas Mavericks jumped quickly into their next era after trading Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers. They have a new franchise cornerstone in Cooper Flagg, the No.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA Analysis Network / July 15

‘Wants to rush…’ Nico Harrison gives update on Kyrie Irving’s injury that Dallas Mavericks knew would happen

Nico Harrison revealed to fans where Kyrie Irving is in his recovery process, as he expected the star to be at this point. Kyrie Irving suffered the most brutal injury of his career earlier this year when he tore his ACL.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hardwood Heroics / July 15

'Kyrie’s Ahead of Schedule' – Dallas Mavericks’ General Manager Gives an Update on the Injured Star

The Dallas Mavericks are being careful with Kyrie Irving‘s road to recovery. The star point guard is rehabbing from a torn ACL he sustained late in the 2024-25 NBA season.

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Kyrie Irving News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Mavericks Issue Optimistic Kyrie Irving Update

Last week, Dallas Mavericks point guard Kyrie Irving offered an interesting statement about his timeline for a return to the court. Irving suffered a torn ACL in March of last season, then had surgery in April.

Jason Kidd News / The SportsRush / July 14

Jason Kidd Addresses Cooper Flagg’s Development Under Mavericks Veterans

Cooper Flagg has quickly lived up to his draft billing with some electric Summer League games. He looks like everything he was advertised to be. But at just 18 years old, some analysts and fans still have questions about how he’ll develop alongside established veterans.

Dallas Mavericks News / The SportsRush / July 14

Rich Paul Clears The Air On Anthony Davis’ Detached Retina: 'He’s Fine'

Basketball has always been a very physical game, one that takes its toll on players via injuries. Anthony Davis suffered a few physical setbacks last year.

Klay Thompson News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / July 14

Dallas Mavericks, ex-Warriors star Klay Thompson named to exclusive list

Klay Thompson is arguably one of the most underrated players in NBA history. Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, and Kevin Durant stole a lot of his shine on the Golden State Warriors, but they don't win four championships without Thompson's elite shooting and perimeter defense.

Dallas Mavericks News / Athlon Sports / July 13

Mavericks Shut Down 'Exhausted' Cooper Flagg at Summer League

The Dallas Mavericks have seen enough of Cooper Flagg ... and they must have liked what they saw. After a 31-point explosion in Saturday's NBA Summer League loss to the San Antonio Spurs, Flagg has been shut down for the rest of the tournament, according to NBA insider Marc Stein.

Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / July 13

Mavericks make decision about Cooper Flagg’s Summer League status

The Dallas Mavericks have seen enough out of Cooper Flagg during Summer League play. The Mavericks have decided to shut Flagg down for their final two Summer League games.

Duke Blue Devils News / Yardbarker / July 13

Update suggests Mavs rookie already meeting expectations

Cooper Flagg update suggests Mavericks rookie is already meeting lofty expectations

The Dallas Mavericks have likely seen what they wanted from rookie forward Cooper Flagg after two Summer League games.

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Cooper Flagg News / Yardbarker / July 13

Cooper Flagg shows why he was No. 1 overall pick in Summer League

Cooper Flagg shows why he was No. 1 overall pick in second Summer League game

Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg responded to an underwhelming Summer League debut by showing his all-around game in a 76-69 loss to the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday.

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Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Rumors / July 9