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The Dallas Mavericks faithful have had it rough over the last year and a half. A devastating trade that broke up a Finals team, humbling injury after humbling injury and a roster full of would-be bench riders.

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Roundtable: What Dallas Mavericks games are we looking forward to?

With Cooper Flagg making a return soon (he’s questionable against Orlando Thursday but seeing as they go to Boston Friday, I expect that’s when he comes back), we thought it time to ask the staff what game or games they’re looking forward to.

NBA News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / March 4

Hornets Coach Questions NBA Officials Despite Blowout Win Over Dallas Mavericks

The Dallas Mavericks tried to stay competitive with the red-hot Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday night, but they ended up getting blown out, 117-90. It was the Hornets' fifth straight win by at least 15 points, as they brought themselves back to .500 on the season, while the Mavs are now a season-low 19 games below .500.

Cooper Flagg News / Hardwood Heroics / March 4

'He’s Ramping Up' – Dallas Mavericks Coach Drops Encouraging Cooper Flagg Injury Update Amid 8-Game Absence

Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd told reporters after their 117-90 loss to the Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday night that rookie sensation Cooper Flagg is closing in on a return.

Kevin Durant News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NBA 30-point game leaders' quiz

How many of the players with at least 200-career 30-point games in NBA history can you name in six minutes?

The 'Most 40-point NBA games' quiz

The 'NBA rookie 3-point leaders' quiz

The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

Dallas Mavericks News / EssentiallySports / March 4

Jason Kidd Drops Key Cooper Flagg Injury Return Update Ahead of Mavs-Hornets

The Dallas Mavericks’ recent 2-5 skid has put a spotlight on Cooper Flagg‘s absence, but head coach Jason Kidd delivered the most optimistic update yet on the rookie’s return.

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.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / March 3

Charlotte Hornets Buzz Past Dallas Mavericks 117-90

The Dallas Mavericks opened a six-game road trip against the Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday. However, the Hornets blew out the Mavericks 117-90 at the Spectrum Center.

Jason Kidd News / Athlon Sports / March 3

Mavericks' Jason Kidd Shares Cooper Flagg Injury Update After 7 Missed Games

The Dallas Mavericks have been without rookie sensation Cooper Flagg for three weeks. The last time the 19-year-old saw action was on Feb. 10 in a 120-111 loss to the Phoenix Suns.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA Draft on SI / March 3

How Each of the NBA Draft’s Top Three Players Fit the Mavericks

The Dallas Mavericks stand in interesting position in the NBA, fully positioning themselves for the NBA Draft, likely for the last time given a lack of owned future draft picks.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / March 3

NBA Notes: Cavs, James Harden, Mavericks, Khris Middleton, Hawks

For the Cavaliers, the addition of James Harden hasn’t rocked the boat. It’s steadied it. “They are two guys that are hungry to take that next step,” coach Kenny Atkinson said of Harden and Donovan Mitchell, via ESPN’s Jamal Collier.

Klay Thompson News / Athlon Sports / March 3

Mavericks Announce Klay Thompson Injury Update Before Hornets Game

The Dallas Mavericks are desperate to halt a skid that has seen them lose three straight games and slide to 12th in the Western Conference, making their play-in hopes increasingly precarious.

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.

Nico Harrison News / Larry Brown Sports / March 3

Patrick Dumont responds to a fan’s comment about Nico Harrison

Patrick Dumont does not appear to have any regrets about his decision to make a GM change. The Dallas Mavericks governor and co-owner Dumont drew attention this week over his funny interaction with a Mavericks fan.

Tyus Jones News / Dallas Hoops Journal / March 2

Former Dallas Mavericks Guard Tyus Jones Joins Denver Nuggets

Former Dallas Mavericks guard Tyus Jones is joining the Denver Nuggets, according to NBA insider Shams Charania of ESPN. Jones began this season with the Orlando Magic.

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The 'Active NFL carries leaders' quiz

The 'Most passing + rushing TD games' quiz

The 'NBA 30-point game leaders' quiz

The 'College basketball mythical mascots' quiz

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 2

Hornets, Mavericks trending opposite ways entering rematch

The rematch between the Dallas Mavericks and Charlotte Hornets appeared destined to be a must-see clash several weeks ago. That outlook has been altered, but with two teams trending in opposite directions, there could be notable fallout from Tuesday night's game when the Hornets host the Mavericks.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Wire / March 2

NBA Notes: Mavericks, Khris Middleton, Rockets, Tyus Jones, Darryn Peterson

Khris Middleton chose to remain with the Mavericks rather than pursue a buyout, and that makes sense. As relayed by The Stein Line’s Marc Stein, had Middleton negotiated a buyout, he would have forfeited his Bird rights — a key factor as he approaches unrestricted free agency this summer.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Wire / March 2

Mavericks optimistic Cooper Flagg nearing return

There’s growing belief inside the Dallas Mavericks that rookie standout Cooper Flagg is closing in on a return. According to Marc Stein of The Stein Line, optimism is building that Flagg’s left midfoot sprain — which has sidelined him since the All-Star break — is nearly behind him.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / March 2

Mavericks Projected to Take Exciting Guard of the Future in Latest NBA Mock Draft

The Dallas Mavericks are likely lottery-bound once again this year, as they sit 18 games below .500 with 22 games left to play. They have no desire to win this year, as 2026 is the last year they control their first-round pick until 2031.

Dallas Mavericks News / Last Word On Sports / March 2

With Nothing to Fight For, Why Shouldn’t the Mavericks Tank?

The Dallas Mavericks are at the tail end of a turbulent transitional period. Players are injured, people are confused, and everyone involved just wants to see the offseason.

Nico Harrison News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / March 2

Mavericks Owner's Hilarious Reaction to Fan Thanking Him For Firing Nico Harrison

It has been nearly four months since the Dallas Mavericks decided to fire Nico Harrison as the team's general manager. It's a day and tenure many Mavericks fans won't forget for a long time, and that was shown this weekend.

Klay Thompson News / Athlon Sports / March 1

Mavericks Announce Klay Thompson News After Leaving Thunder Game

It is a lost season for the Dallas Mavericks as they prepare for a new era of the franchise led by rookie sensation Cooper Flagg. Even so, Dallas still

Ryan Nembhard News / Hoops Rumors / March 1

Mavs Promote Ryan Nembhard To Two-Year Standard Deal

March 1: Nembhard has officially been converted to a standard deal, the Mavericks announced (Twitter link). February 28: The Mavericks are promoting two-way guard Ryan Nembhard to a two-year standard contract that features a team option for 2026/27, league sources tell Marc Stein of The Stein Line (Twitter link).

Khris Middleton News / Hoops Wire / February 28

Khris Middleton to remain with Mavericks, declines buyout

Khris Middleton is staying put. The veteran forward has decided not to pursue a buyout and will finish the season with the Mavericks, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Rumors / February 28

Mavericks To Waive Tyus Jones

The Mavericks intend to waive point guard Tyus Jones, reports Marc Stein of The Stein Line (Twitter link). Because the move will happen before the end of the day on Sunday, Jones will retain his playoff eligibility for his next team.

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 28

Jalen Brunson achieves Knicks history in big win over Bucks

Already able to make a case as one of the greatest New York Knicks players ever, Jalen Brunson made history while leading his team to a dominating win on Friday night.

Josh Hart hits back at an angry Knicks fan on social media

Tyrese Maxey passes Allen Iverson in major 76ers franchise milestone

Kings' Precious Achiuwa outduels Mavericks' Naji Marshall in sad tank-off

Lakers' Marcus Smart looked so fed up with Deandre Ayton

Clint Capela fires back at Ayton