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Cooper Flagg’s trainer opens up after Mavericks pull him from Summer League

The Dallas Mavericks saw everything they needed to see from No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg during his stint at the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. Following two games, the Mavericks elected to shut down the promising rookie for the remainder of the exhibitions, allowing Flagg to shift his focus to what's next.

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NBA Notes: Mavericks, Kyrie Irving, 76ers, Nets, Drew Timme

Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving is making good progress in his recovery from a torn ACL and is ahead of schedule, according to general manager Nico Harrison.

LeBron James News / Dallas Hoops Journal / July 16

Dallas Mavericks Not Pursuing Trade for Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James

According to Kevin Gray Jr. of DLLS Sports, the Dallas Mavericks are not pursuing a trade for Los Angeles Lakers star and NBA icon LeBron James. The 40-year-old

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 15

Shaq drops ‘great’ Cooper Flagg take after strong Mavericks Summer League showing

Fans of the Dallas Mavericks recently got their first glimpse of number one overall draft pick Cooper Flagg at the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. While he had a rough shooting night in his first game with the team, Flagg bounced back to the tune of 32 points in the Mavericks’ most recent contest against the San Antonio Spurs.

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Dallas Mavericks News / Total Apex Sports / July 15

Dereck Lively II Underwent Surgery On Right Foot

Dallas Mavericks Center Dereck Lively II recently underwent surgery on his right foot. Lively II, 21, is expected to be ready for the start of training camp.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / July 15

NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal reveals strong thoughts on Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg

Cooper Flagg has already wrapped up his initial debut with the Dallas Mavericks, playing in the first two NBA Summer League games, but he's been pulled for the remainder of the event.

Dallas Mavericks News / Athlon Sports / July 15

Mavs Announce Dereck Lively Surgery and Return Timeline

Late in the season, the Dallas Mavericks faced an unfortunate fate related to injuries. Just after an earth-shaking trade, Anthony Davis went down with a groin strain.

Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / July 15

Mavericks center Dereck Lively II reportedly undergoes foot surgery

While Lively’s young career has been limited due to availability, it has not been short on impact.

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NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 15

Mavs’ Dereck Lively Undergoes Right Foot Procedure

Mavericks center Dereck Lively recently underwent surgery to clean up bone spurs in his right foot, according to reports from Marc Stein of The Stein Line and Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter links).

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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 / Hardwood Heroics / July 14