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Sources: Denver Nuggets Hire J.J. Barea, Continue Pursuit of Dallas Mavericks Assistant Coach Jared Dudley

The Denver Nuggets have hired former Dallas Mavericks guard J.J. Barea as an assistant coach and have formally requested permission to interview Mavericks assistant Jared Dudley, league sources told DallasHoopsJournal.com.

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'A Really, Really Good Team': Mark Cuban Praises Nico Harrison for Dallas Mavericks’ Outlook

Former Dallas Mavericks majority owner Mark Cuban believes the team is well-positioned for long-term success despite the challenges of the NBA’s new financial landscape.

Dallas Mavericks News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Mavericks Champion J.J. Barea Lands NBA Coaching Gig

Shortly before retiring from a 14-year NBA career in 2019, point guard J.J. Barea moved back to his native Puerto Rico to be the head coach of the Indios de Mayagüez in the Baloncesto Superior Nacional.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 1

Former NBA champion to join Nuggets coaching staff

A popular former NBA champion has landed his first coaching job in the NBA.

The 25 most unlikely NBA Finals heroes

The 'Career leaders in triple-doubles for each NBA franchise' quiz

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The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

Fifteen different players have won multiple NBA Most Valuable Player honors. How many can you name?

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NBA News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / July 1

Nuggets hire 2011 Mavericks NBA champion to coaching staff

The Dallas Mavericks are in a tough situation of trying to build for the current/future, but they have shown close to zero desire to embrace the past.

Dallas Mavericks News / Ball Exclusives / July 1

D’Angelo Russell signs 2-year, $13 million deal with Mavericks

The Dallas Mavericks’ rebuild from the Luka Doncic era is starting off strong. First, they brought in NBA champion and defensive specialist, Anthony Davis, in the trade with Doncic.

Duke Blue Devils News / Yardbarker / July 1

Mavericks are perfectly equipped to rival the Thunder

Just five months removed from trading away Luka Doncic, one of the most transcendent talents in NBA history, the Dallas Mavericks suddenly appear primed for a title hunt in Dallas again.

Mavericks to agree to a two-year contract with former No. 2 pick

Mavericks' Cooper Flagg had funny reaction to question about Luka Doncic

Mavericks GM's bold take on Flagg is premature

Every NBA player to average 30 points per game in a season

The 'Teammates with 30+ points in one NBA Conference Finals game' quiz

LeBron James News / Dallas Hoops Journal / July 1

'Total Nonsense': Dallas Mavericks Again Linked to LeBron James Trade Rumors

Despite a fresh wave of speculation linking LeBron James to the Dallas Mavericks, league sources around the NBA widely dismiss the idea, with some describing

Mark Cuban News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Mark Cuban, 66, Reveals Truth About Buying Mavericks Without Hesitation

Before Mark Cuban sold his majority stake in the Dallas Mavericks in 2023, he ran the franchise for 24 years after buying it in 1999. Cuban spent $285 million to purchase a majority stake in the team from then-owner Ross Perot Jr.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / July 1

Updated look at Mavericks' salary sheet after D'Angelo Russell signing

The Dallas Mavericks agreed to a two-year deal with D'Angelo Russell, reportedly worth $13 million (likely closer to $12 million). He's the 15th player under contract for the Mavs for the 2025-26 season, meaning they could be done this offseason, barring a trade.

D'Angelo Russell News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Free Agent D'Angelo Russell Reunites with Former Teammates in Mavericks Key Signing

Just a few hours into the NBA free agency window, the Dallas Mavericks followed their predicted game plan by targeting a point guard to fill in the starting lineup during Kyrie Irving's ACL recovery for the first few months of the season.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 30

Grading D’Angelo Russell’s $13 million Mavericks contract in 2025 NBA free agency

The Dallas Mavericks have made their first major free agency splash of the 2025 offseason by agreeing to terms with D’Angelo Russell. The 29-year-old guard has agreed to a two-year, $13 million deal with Dallas, according to ESPN.

Anthony Davis News / NBA Analysis Network / June 30

Mavericks sign D’Angelo Russell in major free agency move, sparking mixed reactions over Anthony Davis reunion

The Dallas Mavericks continue their aggressive offseason overhaul with another blockbuster move. After drafting Cooper Flagg with the number one pick and making strategic undrafted signings, Dallas has secured a proven veteran guard in D’Angelo Russell on a two-year, $13 million deal.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Former Mavericks Coach Picks Between Cooper Flagg and Luka Doncic

The Dallas Mavericks are heading into a pivotal offseason that could shape the franchise’s direction for years to come. After years of building around

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Wire / June 30

Mavericks Signing D’Angelo Russell Using Taxpayer MLE

The Dallas Mavericks are adding veteran guard D’Angelo Russell on a two-year contract, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The second year will be a player option.

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Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Hoops Journal / June 30

Sources: D’Angelo Russell Agrees to Sign with Dallas Mavericks to Bolster Backcourt

The Dallas Mavericks are addressing their backcourt needs ahead of the 2025–26 season. D’Angelo Russell has agreed to a two-year deal worth nearly $11.7 million, league sources told DallasHoopsJournal.com.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / June 30