The Dallas Mavericks are ushering in a new era in their storied franchise history. Now that they’ve moved on from former cornerstone superstar Luka Doncic, the Mavs are going to be building around No. 1 overall pick Cooper Flagg, who will be carrying the torch alongside veteran stars Kyrie Irving and Anthony Davis.
The heartbreak from Doncic’s departure has slowly been replaced by excitement over what’s to come for the Mavericks, and the team has now found a way to stir even more anticipation from the fans. As it turns out, the Mavs’ new era also features a throwback that aligns with the organization’s 45th anniversary in 2025.
Like other NBA teams, the Mavericks have also used their uniforms to honor key chapters in their history. This includes their 1980 debut design to the championship era in the 2000s. Flagg’s emergence represents a fresh start for the current generation of the Mavs, but the team is not forgetting about its roots.
On Monday, the Mavericks took to social media to tease an upcoming announcement about their throwback jerseys.
“45 years in the making. 10.16.25 ,” the team posted on X, along with a 20-second video that ends with a date: Oct. 16, 2025.
45 years in the making. 10.16.25 #MFFL pic.twitter.com/Vp6QWe6XSJ
— Dallas Mavericks (@dallasmavs) October 13, 2025
Based on the video, the Mavs will officially unveil their throwback jerseys on Thursday. They appear to be the team’s original white and royal blue uniform, featuring green trim. This was Dallas’ first jersey in its debut season during the 1980-81 campaign.
The timing of the anniversary and the nod to times past perfectly coincides with the team’s transition to the new era. This throwback move delivers extra excitement for both longtime fans and newcomers drawn by the Flagg-Irving-Davis core. It is also being positioned within a historical frame, underscoring that the Mavericks organization is honoring where it all began.
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