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Ex-Mavericks Star Reveals Why He’s Picking Kawhi Leonard Over LeBron for Clutch Shot

Deron Williams is weighing in on the NBA’s most debated topic. The former star explained why he would choose Kawhi Leonard over his former teammate, LeBron James, for a game-winning shot.

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Mark Cuban Finally Reveals Jason Kidd's Role In Mavericks Trading Luka Doncic to Lakers

When the Dallas Mavericks first traded Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers in February of 2025, the now-former general manager, Nico Harrison, shouldered all of the credit/blame for it.

Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / March 31

Kidd speaks on Mavericks org pushing for Flagg’s Rookie of the Year award

While the Mavericks haven’t given much to dig into over the last several weeks through their play, the development of Cooper Flagg remains priority. Along with that priority is a focus from the organization on securing the Rookie of the Year award for Flagg.

Mark Cuban News / Field Level Media / March 31

Mark Cuban reveals regret in sale of majority share of Mavericks

Mark Cuban said he has had a change of heart about selling his majority share of the Dallas Mavericks in December 2023. Not about selling that share of the franchise, he said.

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The 'Active 30-point NBA games leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players with at least 100 30-point games in their career so far can you name in five minutes?

The 'Oldest 30-point game by NBA team' quiz

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

The 'Most NBA games played' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker

Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

Cooper Flagg News / Field Level Media / March 31

Cooper Flagg, Mavericks take aim at Bucks

Rookie Cooper Flagg and the struggling Dallas Mavericks take on another team going through a tough stretch on Tuesday when they visit the Milwaukee Bucks.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hardwood Heroics / March 31

'One Piece': Mavericks Rookie Cooper Flagg Spills on His Feelings as a Long Anime Lover

Cooper Flagg’s NBA debut has been a must-watch, even if his team isn’t. The 19-year-old is putting up 20.3 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 4.6 assists per game for a Dallas Mavericks team that has struggled.

NBA News / Mavs Moneyball / March 31

Mavericks vs. Bucks: 3 Notes before Dallas visits Milwaukee

The Dallas Mavericks (24-51) will make a quick trip north to face the Milwaukee Bucks (29-45) for a makeup game that was originally scheduled for January 25.

Dallas Mavericks News / HITC / March 31

Cooper Flagg reveals his most-used app, and it reflects a growing sports trend

The NBA’s new generation continues to shape the league both on and off the court, with young stars bringing fresh personality into the spotlight. Their influence increasingly stretches beyond basketball into wider culture.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / March 31

Dallas Mavericks Veteran Made Strange Form of NBA History Against Timberwolves

The Dallas Mavericks were obliterated by the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday night, 124-94, as Anthony Edwards returned from a 6-game injury absence. Julius Randle, who seems to always do well against his hometown Mavs, led the way with 24 points, but 7 Wolves in total scored in double figures.

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hardwood Heroics / March 31

Dallas Mavericks’ $54.4 Million Starter Sends Optimistic Message to the Team After Failed Playoff Pursuit

At 24-51, the Dallas Mavericks are eliminated from this year’s playoff contention, as they’re 13th in the Western Conference standings. The team has now lost six of its last seven, following its 124-94 blowout defeat to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday.

Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / March 31

Player Grades: Recapping Mavericks vs. Wolves

The Dallas Mavericks kicked off the first game of a back-to-back Monday night, with their first opponent being the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Wolves got the better end of a 124-94 decision.

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The 'Active 30-point NBA games leaders' quiz

The 'Rushing-TD leaders by NFL team' quiz

The 'Most Elite Eight appearances' quiz

The 'Nine three-pointer NBA games' quiz

Ryan Nembhard News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 31

Mavericks’ Ryan Nembhard slapped with tech while playing without a shoe

Ryan Nembhard had a humorous moment happen to him during the Dallas Mavericks’ blowout loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday night. Nembhard is going through the rookie season of his NBA career.

NBA News / Mavs Moneyball / March 31

Stats Recap: 3 Numbers as Timberwolves stomp Mavericks 124-94

The Dallas Mavericks continued their slide Monday night, getting blown out at home in a 124-94 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves in a game that got out of hand early and never recovered.

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 31

Big Timberwolves win sets dubious mark for NBA season

Injuries and widespread tanking have led to a rash of lopsided games.

Mark Cuban reveals his big regret about selling Mavericks

Five NBA coaches who may be looking for new jobs soon

The '25-point, 15-rebound NBA games' quiz

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / March 30

'Twin Turbos,' Minnesota Timberwolves Blow Out Dallas Mavericks 124-94

The Dallas Mavericks returned home to host the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday, but the Timberwolves blew out the Mavericks 124-94 at the American Airlines Center.

Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / March 30

Mavericks vs. Timberwolves Recap: 2 things from the Mavericks 124-94 loss at home

The Dallas Mavericks got blown out at home Monday night, losing 124-94 to the Minnesota Timberwolves in Dallas. Cooper Flagg had a game to forget, as he couldn’t buy a bucket for the entire game.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Wire / March 30

Mark Cuban says he regrets selling Mavericks to current ownership

Mark Cuban is good with selling the Mavericks. Just not how it played out. Speaking on the Intersections podcast, Cuban admitted he has one lingering regret from the December 2023 deal.

Cooper Flagg News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 30

Cooper Flagg’s revelation will have anime fans ecstatic

The Dallas Mavericks have a bright future ahead of them after landing future star Cooper Flagg with the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. On Monday, Flagg likely earned even more fans in the NBA community.

Jason Kidd News / Total Apex Sports / March 30

Should Dallas Mavericks Head Coach Jason Kidd Be On the Hot Seat?

Should Dallas Mavericks Head Coach Jason Kidd be on the hot seat? It’s likely too early to put Kidd, 53, on the hot seat, but continue reading for more information to make an informed decision in response to the open-ended question.

Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / March 30

Mark Cuban reveals his big regret about selling Mavericks

Mark Cuban wishes he had a do-over on his decision to sell the Dallas Mavericks. Cuban admitted in a new episode of “Intersections: The Podcast” that he does not regret selling the Mavericks, but he does wish he had sold the team to a different owner.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Wire / March 30

Mavericks’ first offseason priority? Picking top of front office

All the Mavericks need is direction. They have the pieces. But according to ESPN’s Bobby Marks, the biggest question in Dallas right now isn’t about the roster.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / March 29

Dallas Mavericks Facing Costly Decision on Injury-Prone Center

It looked like the Dallas Mavericks pulled off a genius move in the 2023 NBA Draft when they tanked to keep their top-10 protected pick, then traded back while offloading the bloated salary of Davis Bertans to take Dereck Lively II, a talented center out of Duke.