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Mavericks' history doesn't bode well for NBA Draft Lottery

The Dallas Mavericks missed the NBA playoffs for the second time in the last three years with a trip to the NBA Finals sandwiched between them. That puts them in the Draft Lottery, which will be held on Monday night.

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2 early Dallas Mavericks NBA free agency targets in 2025 offseason

After the dust settled on a rollercoaster Dallas Mavericks season, all eyes move onto what comes next. After an aggressive roster overhaul a couple of months ago—including the blockbuster trade that sent Luka Doncic packing—the Mavs hoped to compete in the Western Conference.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / May 10

Mavericks may be forced to make tough decision on starting center

Anthony Davis got something he wanted when he was traded from the Los Angeles Lakers to the Dallas Mavericks as part of the surprising Luka Doncic deal: not having to play full-time center.

NBA News / FirstSportz / May 10

Luka Doncic Trade Leaves Former Dallas Mayor Furious With Patrick Dumont in Open Letter

It is no exaggeration to call the Luka Doncic trade the most shocking basketball transaction of all time. When Patrick Dumont and Nico Harrison stepped up to speak to the public in the aftermath, they were met with stone-cold hands.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 10

Former Dallas mayor puts Mavericks owner on blast amid fan frustration

Former Dallas mayor Tom Leppert has sharply criticized the leadership of the Dallas Mavericks in a public opinion piece, taking aim at team governor Patrick Dumont and the Adelson family in the wake of the controversial Luka Doncic trade.

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75 iconic superstar athletes wearing unusual & unfamiliar uniforms

There are indelible images of certain athletes in specific uniforms. Barry Sanders wearing the Honolulu blue and silver of the Detroit Lions, for example.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / May 10

Mavericks connected with $107 million Raptors star in trade proposal

The Dallas Mavericks had their season end prematurely in the Play-In Tournament at the hand of the Memphis Grizzlies. It was a year marred by bad trades, such as the Luka Doncic and Quentin Grimes trades, and an insane amount of injuries.

NBA News / Back in the Day NBA on SI / May 10

NBA Legend Defends Nico Harrison Decision To Trade Luka Doncic

Dallas Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison is among the most vilified men in the city. He has taken lots of criticism since trading star Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for Anthony Davis.

Luka Doncic News / Total Apex Sports / May 10

Luka Doncic Trade Discussed By Former Dallas Mayor

Former Dallas Mayor Tom Leppert has weighed in on the Dallas Mavericks’ Luka Doncic trade to the Los Angeles Lakers. Leppert, now 70, served as the Mayor of Dallas from 2007 to 2011.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / May 10

Mavericks linked to national champion in NBA Draft

The Dallas Mavericks are slated to have a pick towards the end of the draft lottery, likely at No. 11 overall. There are a number of players that they could use with this pick, including one collegiate star who is expected to fly up big boards in the weeks leading up to the draft.

Duke Blue Devils News / Yardbarker / May 9

Cooper Flagg gets compared to 10-time NBA All-Star who was drafted No. 1 overall

Dating back to the start of the college basketball season, Flagg has been the clear top choice in the 2025 class.

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NBA News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / May 9

Former Dallas mayor slams Mavericks for trading Luka Doncic to Lakers

The Dallas Mavericks have been almost universally panned for deciding to trade Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis, Max Christie, and a future first-round pick.

Dirk Nowitzki News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / May 9

Former Mavericks star raves about playing with Dirk Nowitzki

The Dallas Mavericks have had no shortage of great players come through the franchise at certain points in their careers. But there have been none better than Dirk Nowitzki, the seven-foot German who spent all 21 years with the Mavs, winning an MVP in 2007 and an NBA Championship in 2011 while becoming one of the greatest scorers in NBA history.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 9

2 early Dallas Mavericks trade targets in 2025 NBA offseason

The Dallas Mavericks’ 2024-25 season came to an end at the hands of the Memphis Grizzlies, as they dropped the do-or-die game, 120-106 to conclude the Play-In Tournament.

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Kyrie Irving News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / May 9

Mavericks star Kyrie Irving makes unexpected move ahead of looming free agency decision

Kyrie Irving did everything in his power to keep the Mavericks afloat during the most tumultuous season in franchise history. Following the shocking trade of Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers and an injury to Anthony Davis in his Mavericks debut, Irving upped his minutes as Dallas fought to stay in the playoff race.

Luka Doncic News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / May 8

Mavericks trading Luka Doncic to Lakers will have impact lasting 'decades'

The Dallas Mavericks have been without Luka Doncic for over three months now after trading him to the Los Angeles Lakers. The trade is expected to have an impact on the league for many years, possibly decades, to come, according to Bleacher Report writer Dan Favale.

Klay Thompson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 8

Mavericks’ Klay Thompson reveals shocking new hairstyle

It looks like Dallas Mavericks guard Klay Thompson has taken on a new hairstyle in the offseason following the team’s playoff exit in April. Los Angeles barber J Ram (@jramcuts on TikTok) posted a video of Thompson’s visit for a recent cut.

Kyrie Irving News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / May 8

Re-visiting the Mavericks-Nets trade for Kyrie Irving

The Dallas Mavericks were the beneficiary of Kyrie Irving's trade request from the Brooklyn Nets two years ago. Since the trade, Irving helped the Mavs reach the NBA Finals, where they lost to the Boston Celtics in five games.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Hoops Journal / May 8

Luka Dončić, Mavericks Could Meet in Preseason Clash in Las Vegas

The next highly anticipated matchup between Luka Dončić, the Los Angeles Lakers, and the Dallas Mavericks could come sooner than expected—and on one of the NBA’s biggest offseason stages.

Nico Harrison News / Last Word On Sports / May 8

Is Nico Harrison Correcting Course Or Covering His Tracks?

For the third straight offseason, the Dallas Mavericks have overhauled their health and performance staff. This time, general manager Nico Harrison dismissed long-time head athletic trainer Dionne Calhoun and athletic performance director Keith Belton according to ESPN insider Tim MacMahon.

WNBA News / Dallas Hoops Journal / May 8

'I Would Like to See Kyrie at a Game': Paige Bueckers Hopes to Share Dallas Stage With Kyrie Irving

Paige Bueckers has already made waves in Dallas since being selected No. 1 overall in the 2025 WNBA Draft. But when asked which celebrity she’d like to see courtside during her rookie season with the Wings, the answer came without hesitation: Kyrie Irving.