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The Dallas Mavericks are one of the most topsy-turvy teams in the entire sports world. In a span of a year, the Mavericks went from the NBA Finals to trading their star player to seeing their other top guard get injured to nailing the No.

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'Best Power Forward Maybe of My Generation': Dallas Mavericks’ Klay Thompson Issues Strong Statement on Anthony Davis

Four-time NBA champion Klay Thompson is a big fan of Dallas Mavericks power forward Anthony Davis. During an interview with NBA legend Michael Cooper on

Cooper Flagg News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 31

Cooper Flagg's presence led to Mavs cutting young forward

The Dallas Mavericks are building their team around Cooper Flagg, which will shake things up on the depth chart and roster. One of the changes made to the team was the waiving of Olivier-Maxence Prosper, a 2023 first-round pick.

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Mavericks' roller coaster began when Mark Cuban walked away

It's been nearly two years since Mark Cuban sold his majority stake in the Dallas Mavericks. Cuban selling the team is a key moment in Mavericks franchise history, as it led to a chain reaction of events that would never have happened if things just stayed the same.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA Analysis Network / August 31

Mark Cuban reveals what he heard about Kyrie Irving before trading for him, and what he spotted on tape

Kyrie Irving is currently on the Dallas Mavericks after spending several years with teams like Boston Celtics and Brooklyn Nets, where he faced criticism for allegedly disrupting their morale.

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Mark Cuban Explains Why Picking Between LeBron James and Michael Jordan is Near Impossible

CBS Sports’ release of a list of the Top 25 NBA players of the 21st century created a storm of arguments and debates from fans on social media platforms.

NBA News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 31

How a proposed Shaq trade from Lakers to Mavericks nearly changed NBA history

The Dallas Mavericks are nearly two decades removed from their first NBA Finals appearance in 2006. That team was led by Dirk Nowitzki, but there was a chance that squad could have been led by Shaquille O'Neal.

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Klay Thompson News / Fastbreak on SI / August 30

Klay Thompson Sends Warning to NBA About Mavs at Full Strength

A combination of Klay Thompson and Kyrie Irving played just a little over half a season together. The Dallas Mavericks duo saw its time together cut short during the 2024-2025 NBA season, as Irving suffered a season-ending injury.

Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / August 30

Dwyane Wade reacts to Mark Cuban’s claim about ‘stolen’ 2006 NBA Finals

Dwyane Wade appears to be having a laugh this week at Mark Cuban’s expense. The former Dallas Mavericks majority owner Cuban made headlines during an appearance on the “DLLS Mavs” podcast.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 30

The reason Mark Cuban knew he could gamble on Kyrie Irving for Mavericks

Before the Dallas Mavericks traded for Kyrie Irving, he was seen as a locker room cancer, a flight risk, and many other characteristics that you don't want to hear about.

Kyrie Irving News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 30

Latest Kyrie Irving video should have Mavericks fans feeling optimistic

Kyrie Irving is in the process of recovering from an ACL injury suffered at the beginning of March. The Dallas Mavericks have been preparing for life without him by signing D'Angelo Russell, and are prepared to bring back Dante Exum.

Olivier-Maxence Prosper News / Hoops Wire / August 30

Mavericks waive Olivier-Maxence Prosper, use stretch provision on contract

The Mavericks are moving on from Olivier-Maxence Prosper. Dallas will waive the second-year forward and use the stretch provision on his $3 million cap hit, according to multiple reports.