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Nets $94 million sharpshooter named 'sleeper' trade target for Mavericks

The offseason is here for the Dallas Mavericks, much earlier than they anticipated. They missed the playoffs after losing to the Memphis Grizzlies in the Play-In Tournament, as the season was marred by injuries and two disastrous trades, which included the trades of Luka Doncic and Quentin Grimes.

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'I Have To Be Really Careful': Jeannie Buss Reveals Plan To Talk To Anthony Davis In Off-Season

For the first time since the blockbuster deal that sent Anthony Davis and Max Christie to the Dallas Mavericks in exchange for Luka Dončić, Lakers owner Jeanie Buss opened up about the emotional side of the trade.

Bill Simmons News / NBA Analysis Network / May 12

‘Moral outrage’… Bill Simmons speaks out on Dallas Mavericks potentially landing Cooper Flagg in NBA Draft Lottery

The 2025 NBA Draft will take place on Thursday, June 26, and Cooper Flagg is expected to be the number one overall pick. The team that owns the first pick in the draft will become clear after the NBA Lottery is conducted tonight.

Quentin Grimes News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 12

Mavericks rumors: How badly Dallas stiffed Quentin Grimes before 76ers trade

The Dallas Mavericks certainly had an eventful season and trade deadline, to put it lightly. Of course, general manager Nico Harrison stunned the NBA world when he decided to trade Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for a package centered around Anthony Davis.

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The 'Most 30-point NBA playoff games before age 22' quiz

In NBA history, 20 players have scored 30 points in a postseason game before reaching the age of 22. How many can you name in five minutes?

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Brandon Williams News / Mavs Moneyball / May 12

Brandon Williams seized his moment with the Mavericks in 2024-25 — now what?

Williams parlayed a hot month of March for the injury-riddled Mavs into a graduation from the ranks of two-way players. Has he supplanted Jaden Hardy in the team’s pecking order at guard going into next season?

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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 / NBA Draft on SI / May 11

Dallas Mavericks: NBA Draft Needs and Prospect Watchlist

The Dallas Mavericks will enter the 2025 NBA Draft with a win-now mindset. After trading Luka Doncic for Anthony Davis in February, it's clear that Dallas will look to return to title contention on the backs of their defense while Kyrie Irving and Davis carry the offensive load.

Nico Harrison News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / May 11

Recent Mavericks changes signal unfortunate Nico Harrison news

"Fire Nico" chants have rained around in Dallas ever since Nico Harrison traded Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers in the middle of a February night.

Dallas Mavericks News / Fastbreak on SI / May 11

Monta Ellis Makes Feelings Clear About Dallas Mavericks Legend Dirk Nowitzki

Monta Ellis has a productive 12-year NBA career. Toward the end of his career, Ellis spent two seasons with the Dallas Mavericks. In that span, he averaged 19.0 points, 3.0 rebounds, 4.9 assists and 1.8 steals per contest while shooting 44.8% from the field and 30.4% from the three-point range in 162 games.

NBA News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / May 11

Lakers' Jeanie Buss makes admission about Mavericks' Anthony Davis

Although Anthony Davis made it clear that he wanted to play more power forward, he never thought it would lead to a trade away from the Los Angeles Lakers.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / May 11

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.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 11

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.

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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.

Luka Doncic News / Fadeaway World / May 10

Former Dallas Mayor Rips Mavericks Owner Over The Luka Doncic Trade

It's been months since the blockbuster trade that sent Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers. While both teams have been trying to move on from the trade, some things aren't so easily forgotten, and former Dallas city Mayor Tom Leppert says that the damage caused by Dallas Mavericks ownership will linger for years to come.

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.

Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / May 10

The Dallas Mavericks have paid their dues; it’s time for them to win the NBA Draft Lottery

The Dallas Mavericks are one of the only teams in NBA history to never move up in the NBA Draft Lottery. On Monday, the basketball gods have the chance to right this wrong.

NBA 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.

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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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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.

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.

Nico Harrison News / Athlon Sports / May 7

Nico Harrison Dismisses Two Mavericks Members After Disappointing End to Season

Dallas Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison has been crucified by the team's fans for trading away generational superstar Luka Doncic. Even worse, the Mavs seemed to only head downward after the trade.

Klay Thompson News / Athlon Sports / May 7

Klay Thompson's Big Change in Physical Appearance is Catching Attention

Dallas Mavericks' shooting guard Klay Thompson finished a rather discreet first season with the Texas franchise after ending a 13-year tenure with the Golden State Warriors.

Dallas Mavericks News / Fadeaway World / May 6

Mark Cuban On Carmelo Anthony’s Hall Of Fame Nod: 'He Was Killing the League'

As NBA legend Carmelo Anthony enters the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, the basketball world is abuzz with praise and admiration. Mark Cuban, the minority owner of the Dallas Mavericks and a prominent figure in the NBA for many years, shared his heartfelt response.