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Mavericks exercise option on promising big man

The Mavericks have formally exercised their fourth-year option on Dereck Lively II‘s rookie scale contract.

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Mavericks don't know what to do with Cooper Flagg, and that's okay

The Dallas Mavericks are entering a unique situation going into the 2025-26 campaign. They are a little over a year removed from the NBA Finals, but they are adding a potential budding superstar to the mix with No.

Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / October 20

Roundtable: Games to circle for this Dallas Mavericks season

What game do you have scheduled this season and why? Bryan: I have a cluster of games circled all within a 5 day span and all for the same reason. From

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Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / October 20

Former NBA executive begs Mavericks to make midseason trade

The Dallas Mavericks will start the 2025-26 season on Wednesday night against the San Antonio Spurs with high expectations. Kyrie Irving will be out for

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The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history

Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.

Dallas Mavericks News / Total Apex Sports / October 20

Dallas Mavericks Have a Klay Thompson Problem

The Dallas Mavericks have a Klay Thompson problem — and no, the issue isn’t Thompson’s girlfriend, rapper and Houston native Megan Thee Stallion. The question is the No.

Daniel Gafford News / Mavs Moneyball / October 20

Daniel Gafford is nearing his return from injury

The Dallas Mavericks starting center conundrum was solved on the first day of training camp, when Daniel Gafford suffered an ankle injury that has kept him out of action throughout the preseason.

Moussa Cisse News / Mavs Moneyball / October 20

Moussa Cisse’s shot-blocking and tenacity earn him a two-way contract with the Mavericks

Just when you thought the 2025-26 Dallas Mavericks couldn’t possibly get any bigger — they sign Moussa Cisse and his 7-foot-5-inch wingspan (reportedly) to a two-way deal to start the season.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 19

NBA Notes: Mavericks, Daniel Gafford, Bucks, Wizards, Dillon Jones

Daniel Gafford might be ready for opening night after all. Per Dallas Hoops Journal’s Grant Afseth, head coach Jason Kidd said that the Mavericks center, who sprained his ankle on the first day of camp, has made steady progress and could be available Wednesday against the Spurs.

Klay Thompson News / Athlon Sports / October 19

Klay Thompson Announces Cooper Flagg Plan Before NBA Season

Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg will make his highly anticipated NBA debut on Wednesday against the San Antonio Spurs with an unusually strong supporting cast compared to most No.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / October 19

Mavericks were best defense in the NBA in preseason, but it may be fool's gold

Dallas Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison said the phrase "defense wins championships" enough in the aftermath of the Luka Doncic trade that fans never wanted to even think about defense again.

Dwight Powell News / Mavs Moneyball / October 19

Maverick’s Dwight Powell looks to cement his legacy in Dallas

We are officially one week from the start of the NBA regular season, with the Dallas Mavericks kicking things off at home against the San Antonio Spurs next Wednesday, October 22nd.

Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / October 19

Mavericks make major Cooper Flagg decision before opening night

The Dallas Mavericks have a made a key decision on their prized rookie.

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Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / October 18

Mavericks sign preseason standout, college award winner to final roster spot

The Dallas Mavericks are in the process of finalizing their roster before their regular season begins on Wednesday against the San Antonio Spurs. They waived Dalano Banton, Dennis Smith Jr., and Jeremiah Robinson-Earl earlier in the week, but they still had a two-way contract available next to undrafted free agents Miles Kelly and Ryan Nembhard.

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Kyrie Irving News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 18

Watch Kyrie Irving back on the court, but he’s not playing basketball

On paper, the Dallas Mavericks would appear to have a contending roster in the Western Conference. With the arrival of No. 1 overall pick Cooper Flagg, it’s almost enough to erase the bad taste left by the Luka Doncic trade last season.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 18

Mavericks fill final two-way roster spot

The Dallas Mavericks are set to begin the 2025-26 season with a home opener against the San Antonio Spurs on October 22. With the first game of the season just days away, the franchise made one more roster move.

Dallas Mavericks News / Athlon Sports / October 18

Mavericks Coach Jason Kidd Sends Message After Cooper Flagg Decision

The Dallas Mavericks are entering the 2025–26 season with one of the deepest rosters in the league, expected to contend in a loaded Western Conference.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 18

Jason Kidd refuses to rule Daniel Gafford out for Mavericks season opener

As the Dallas Mavericks prepare to begin the 2025-26 NBA season, head coach Jason Kidd says the team has not ruled out center Daniel Gafford for opening night.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 18

Mavericks sign 3 players before regular season begins

After waiving three players on Friday — including Dennis Smith Jr. — the Dallas Mavericks announced they signed three players on Saturday. Dallas signed center Jamarion Sharp, forward Matt Cross and guard Zhaire Smith as the regular season draws near.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Wire / October 17