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Dirk Nowitzki Gives Insight to Possible Role With Dallas Mavericks

It's been an interesting few years for Dirk Nowitzki and his relationship with the only franchise he's ever known: the Dallas Mavericks. It seems Nowitzki and former general manager Nico Harrison didn't really see eye-to-eye, understandably, and that pushed Nowitzki away from the franchise.

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Mark Cuban congratulates Pablo Torre on LA ruling after fiercely defending Steve Ballmer

Former Dallas Mavericks majority owner Mark Cuban is sending love to Pablo Torre following the NBA’s rulings in the Kawhi Leonard-Aspiration investigation.

NBA News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / September 2

Former Mavericks Veteran Could Be Lakers' Next Free Agency Option

The Dallas Mavericks essentially have their 15-man roster set after reaching a buyout agreement with Klay Thompson a few weeks ago. While other moves could be made, this is likely the roster that they'll take into training camp in a few weeks.

Kyrie Irving News / Larry Brown Sports / September 1

Mavericks’ plan for Kyrie Irving has been revealed

Kyrie Irving is one of the last men standing in Dallas from the old guard, but even he might get sent packing over the next several months. The Dallas Mavericks would like to play their veteran point guard Irving through January and get him to build value, Sean Deveney of Heavy Sports reported on Tuesday.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NBA Playoff 3-pointer leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players to knock down 100 or more three-pointers in the NBA Playoffs can you name in six minutes?

The '30 PPG NBA Playoffs' quiz

The '3 3's-per-game NBA seasons' quiz

The 'Active NBA 40-point game leaders' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Naji Marshall News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / September 1

Mavericks Criticized for Recent Extension By Former NBA Executive

The Dallas Mavericks handed wing Naji Marshall a three-year, $51.9 million extension last month, surprising some people by making this move now. Marshall was set to enter the final year of the deal he signed with Dallas in the 2024 offseason, which will pay him $9.4 million before this new extension kicks in next year.

Kyrie Irving News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 1

Bleacher Report Names Dallas Mavericks' Kyrie Irving NBA’s Best 34-Year-Old

DALLAS — Bleacher Report’s Andy Bailey named Dallas Mavericks point guard Kyrie Irving the NBA’s best 34-year-old. Irving beat Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert.

Cooper Flagg News / Mavs Moneyball / September 1

The Mavericks go for gold (again) with City Edition jersey

The Dallas Mavericks are just weeks away from year-two Cooper Flagg and a new look roster taking the court for training camp. In the calm before the upcoming storm that is the NBA season, basketball-related news is quiet, but that leaves plenty of room for things like… jersey leaks.

Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / September 1

Looking back with the Mavericks before we look forward

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Mavericks fans and fans across the country.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Habit / August 31

Kyrie Irving's return means one thing for the Mavericks

Kyrie Irving is set to make his return from a torn ACL this season for the Dallas Mavericks, and the next time he takes the court, it would have been nearly two years since he last played in an NBA game. His return means that we get to celebrate one of the league’s greatest talents entering the twilight of his career.

Cooper Flagg News / Dallas Sports Journal / August 31

Bleacher Report Names Dallas Mavericks' Cooper Flagg NBA’s Best 19-Year-Old

DALLAS — Bleacher Report’s Andy Bailey named Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg the NBA’s best 19-year-old. Flagg beat Cameron Boozer of the Memphis Grizzlies, Darryn Peterson of the Utah Jazz and AJ Dybantsa of the Washington Wizards.

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The 'Multiple 3-HR games in a season' quiz

The 'Season sack leaders by team' quiz

The 'Last 3-HR game by MLB team' quiz

The 'FBS college football nicknames' quiz

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 31

Mavericks First-Round Pick Bounces Back From Rough First FIBA World Cup Performance

Dallas Mavericks first-round pick Sergio De Larrea had a rough first showing in the ongoing FIBA World Cup qualifiers, going scoreless in a loss to Portugal on Friday.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 31

Cooper Flagg Put on LeBron James' Trajectory by Former Mavericks Coach Jason Kidd

The Dallas Mavericks have a star young player to build around, as they lucked out and were able to land Cooper Flagg first overall in last year's draft.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 31

Jason Kidd Says LeBron James’ Playing Style Reminds Him Of Himself

Today, Jason Kidd is widely known as a prominent figure on the sidelines, serving as head coach of teams such as the Brooklyn Nets, the Milwaukee Bucks, and most recently, the Dallas Mavericks.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 30

Jason Kidd Comments on Unknown Next Steps After Mavericks Firing

Jason Kidd has been pretty quiet since "parting ways" with the Dallas Mavericks back in May, following the hiring of Masai Ujiri as the team's president.

Dallas Mavericks News / Fadeaway World / August 30

Jason Kidd Plays Start, Bench, Cut With LeBron James, Luka Doncic And Cooper Flagg

Jason Kidd has coached LeBron James, Luka Doncic, and Cooper Flagg during different stages of his career. But when he was forced to pick between the three, the former Dallas Mavericks coach had little trouble choosing the King at the top.

Kyrie Irving News / Mavs Moneyball / August 30

Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving dazzles in latest open-run footage

With the start of the 2026-27 NBA season less than two months away, Dallas Mavericks fans have many reasons to be excited. The continued development and ascension of 19-year-old Cooper Flagg is the biggest, but the return of star point guard Kyrie Irving has to be a close second.

Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / August 29

Jason Kidd reveals if he plans to coach again

Jason Kidd is apparently on a hiatus rather than a retirement. The former Dallas Mavericks head coach Kidd visited the Philippines this week and was interviewed by Rappler’s Delfin Dioquino.

Jason Kidd News / Hoops Rumors / August 29

Jason Kidd Open To Future Coaching Opportunities

The Mavericks and former head coach Jason Kidd mutually agreed to part ways in May, but the 53-year-old remains interested in continuing his coaching career, writes Grant Afseth of Dallas Sports Journal.

Kyrie Irving News / Yardbarker / August 27

Mavericks could trade Kyrie Irving for one big reason besides his age

Almost out of nowhere, All-Star point guard Kyrie Irving seems to have hit the trade market, albeit unofficially.

Klay Thompson addresses giving up millions in salary to leave Mavericks

The '2015-16 Cleveland Cavaliers' quiz

Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / August 22

Klay Thompson gave up a huge amount of money in Mavericks buyout

Klay Thompson was really ready to move on from the Dallas Mavericks. The five-time NBA All-Star Thompson formally got bought out by the Mavericks earlier this week.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Rumors / August 21

Mavericks Assistant Coach Phil Handy To Join Sixers

Mavericks assistant coach Phil Handy plans to leave Dallas to join the Sixers as an assistant under head coach Nick Nurse, according to Marc J. Spears of Andscape (Twitter link).

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 21

Klay Thompson follows in Ray Allen's footsteps to Miami Heat

At age 36, Thompson isn't the same player he once was. But he's a year younger than Ray Allen was when he joined the Heat in 2012, which led to an NBA title.

Klay Thompson has chosen a new team after being bought out by Mavericks

The '200 or more three-pointers in 2022-23' quiz

Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / August 17

NBA teams get big Klay Thompson availability update

Thompson is entering the final year of the three-year, $50 million deal he signed with the Mavericks.

The '2014-15 Golden State Warriors' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 13

Who's the boss? Luka Doncic gets fifth owner in five years

This era of NBA basketball features plenty of player movement, with superstars like LeBron James and Kevin Durant changing teams multiple times over their career. Sometimes, it's the bosses who keep changing, as Luka Doncic discovered again this week.

Big update emerges on Mark Cuban’s lawsuit against Patrick Dumont

Did Lakers leave money on the table keeping Jeanie Buss in charge?

Biggest questions after stunning Lakers sale to Joshua Kushner, Bob Iger

The top 25 NBA players of the past five years: 20-16

The 'Active 30-point triple-doubles' quiz

Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / August 11