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Mavericks star didn’t want to play alongside star acquired in Luka Doncic trade, and forced exit claims NBA insider

The Dallas Mavericks made a bold choice at the trade deadline that changed the course of their future. Dallas Mavericks CEO Rick Welts admitted to being taken aback at the severe backlash to the decision to trade away Luka Doncic.

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Doubts placed on Kyrie Irving, Anthony Davis, Cooper Flagg trio with Mavericks

On paper, the Dallas Mavericks have one of the most talented rosters in the NBA with Anthony Davis, Kyrie Irving, Klay Thompson, and the recent first overall pick Cooper Flagg.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA Analysis Network / August 7

Cooper Flagg told to fix problems he showed at Summer League to live up to exciting LeBron James comparison

Cooper Flagg has been touted as a generational player for the Dallas Mavericks, although he needs to hone certain aspects of his game to be an MVP. Cooper Flagg was easily the best player in the 2025 NBA Draft, and the Dallas Mavericks very likely landed a generational player to build around.

Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / August 7

Throwback Thursday – The Worm turns in Dallas in February 9, 2000

Just over one month into the tenure of new majority owner Mark Cuban, the Dallas Mavericks were preparing to welcome yet another new face into the fold.

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The 'NBA minutes leaders by season' quiz

How many of the players to spend the most time on the hardwood in each NBA season since 1995-96 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA playoff point-per-game leaders' quiz

The 'NBA Sixth Man of the Year Award winners' quiz

The 'Active NBA 10,000-point club members' quiz

Anthony Davis News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 7

Mavericks' Anthony Davis still ranked among best players in Western Conference

Dallas Mavericks star forward Anthony Davis stumbled into the Lone Star State after being acquired in the Luka Doncic trade with the Los Angeles Lakers.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 7

Dallas Mavericks predicted to have disappointing 2025-26 season

Despite trading Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis in an effort to win now, the Dallas Mavericks unsurprisingly missed the playoffs last season, mostly due to injuries to key players.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 7

Dallas Mavericks middling in latest power rankings

The Dallas Mavericks are going into the upcoming season hoping to get back in the playoff picture. NBA.com writer John Schuhmann conducted a recent power rankings of the Western Conference teams and the Mavs came in at No.

Cooper Flagg News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 7

Cooper Flagg, Mavericks receive lackluster playoff prediction from ESPN

The Dallas Mavericks’ revamped roster featuring rookie forward Cooper Flagg, Anthony Davis, and Kyrie Irving is not generating strong postseason confidence from ESPN.

Cooper Flagg News / Total Apex Sports / August 7

First Cooper Flagg Dallas Mavericks Jersey Sells for Nearly $100K

Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg is back in the headlines again. The Mavericks shut down Flagg, 18, after two NBA Summer League games, but Flagg’s presence continues to be present.

Cooper Flagg News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 6

First Cooper Flagg Mavericks jersey sells for nearly $100,000

If you didn't believe there was significant hype for Cooper Flagg entering the NBA, his first game used jersey for the Dallas Mavericks, a Summer League jersey, just sold for nearly $100,000.

Naji Marshall News / Dallas Hoops Journal / August 6

Naji Marshall Named Dallas Mavericks’ ‘Most Disrespected Hidden Gem’

Dallas Mavericks forward Naji Marshall has been named the team’s “most disrespected hidden gem” by an NBA analyst. Dan Favale of Bleacher Report believes Marshall is “a highly useful player without that glitzy volume and efficiency.” “It would definitely be neat if Naji Marshall both made and attempted more triples.

NBA News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 6

Newest Dallas Maverick sends shot at Los Angeles Lakers

The Dallas Mavericks only added one external free agent this offseason, bringing in D'Angelo Russell to be the stopgap until Kyrie Irving returns from his ACL injury.

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Who are the 25 best shooters in the NBA right now?

Here's the best shooter in the world, followed by the 24 guys who have a legitimate claim at being the second-best shooter in the world.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / August 5

Mavs' Cooper Flagg Poised To Thrive in Dallas with Duke Brotherhood

Dallas Mavericks wing/forward and 2025 NBA Draft No. 1 overall pick Cooper Flagg will enter a situation in Dallas where he will have two former Duke Blue Devils to mentor and guide him as he begins his career.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 5

Dallas Mavericks fighting between two timelines with Cooper Flagg

The Dallas Mavericks have an internal battle within their roster at the moment. ESPN highlighted the issue the Mavs will face throughout the course of the season.

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The '2024-25 NFL passing-yard leaders' quiz

The 'NBA minutes leaders by season' quiz

The 'MLB playoff home run leaders' quiz

The 'NBA playoff point-per-game leaders' quiz

NBA News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 5

Mavericks announce special preseason game vs. defending NBA champion Thunder

The Dallas Mavericks are preparing for the preseason against the Oklahoma City Thunder, where they will play at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth on Oct. 6. Mavericks CEO Rick Welts and Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker released a statement regarding the news of the game.

NBA News / Dallas Hoops Journal / August 5

Los Angeles Lakers’ Luka Dončić ‘No Longer Carrying Any Baggage’ From His Exit From Dallas Mavericks

NBA superstar Luka Dončić of the Los Angeles Lakers is “no longer carrying any baggage” from his exit from the Dallas Mavericks. Dončić has fully moved on from the blockbuster trade, according to his manager, Lara Beth Seager.

Cooper Flagg News / Hardwood Heroics / August 5

'I Remember How Frightened I Was at 19' – Dallas Mavericks Center Shares First Impression on Cooper Flagg

Dereck Lively II still couldn’t believe that the Dallas Mavericks ended up with the first overall pick of this summer’s NBA Draft, which eventually turned out to be Cooper Flagg.

Dallas Mavericks News / Total Apex Sports / August 5

Anthony Davis Lists Mansion For $39.9 Million

Dallas Mavericks Power Forward Anthony Davis listed his Bel Air Mansion for $39.9 million. Davis’ listing might’ve put the nail in the coffin in the Anthony Davis-Los Angeles Lakers coffin.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 5

Lakers star's new contract can save him from Dallas disappointment

Lakers star's new contract can save him from his Dallas disappointment

The new contract starts with the 2026-27 season and allows him to opt out of the final year in the summer of 2028, when he'll have 10 years of NBA experience.

Luka Doncic makes massive move regarding future with Lakers

LeBron James' absence from Luka Doncic's news conference turns heads

Lakers insider updates LeBron James' immediate future

The post-draft, post-free agency NBA team power rankings

The 'Oldest players to score at least 30 points in an NBA game' quiz

Cooper Flagg News / NBA Draft on SI / August 4

Can Mavericks' Cooper Flagg Make All-Defense Team as a Rookie?

Throughout NBA history, only six rookies have ever been named to an All-Defensive team. This list includes some big names such as Victor Wembanyama most recently in 2024, Tim Duncan in 1998, David Robinson in 1990, Hakeem Olajuwon in 1985, Manute Bol also in 1985 and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in 1970.

Anthony Davis News / Hoops Wire / August 2