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Mavericks pull petty move with nearby Luka Doncic billboard

Another post-Luka Doncic move by the Dallas Mavericks is drawing scrutiny this week. The former Mavericks star Doncic, whom the team traded away to the Los Angeles Lakers last season, has a new partnership with the “Overwatch 2” video game.

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Mark Cuban still thinks Mavericks had an NBA title ‘stolen’ from them

Former Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban still believes his team should have won a second title during his tenure. Cuban appeared on the DLLS Mavs Podcast and let loose an unprompted comment about the Mavericks’ loss to the Miami Heat in the 2006 NBA Finals.

Luka Doncic News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 27

Mavericks are still being petty and ridiculous about Luka Doncic-Lakers trade

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic has been featured in an advertisement for his favorite video game, Overwatch, and he's found a way to make it the Dallas Mavericks' problem.

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How many of the career leaders in assists for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

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The 25 greatest second-round picks in NBA history

It's generally first-round picks who become stars in the NBA, and that makes sense: Teams draft promising players as soon as possible. Scouting and player evaluation are imperfect processes, though, and sometimes, a gem slips through the cracks, deeply enough to fall to the draft's second round.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 27

Former Mavericks first-rounder just gave absurd Dirk Nowitzki take

Former Dallas Mavericks first-round pick Shane Larkin is currently a starting guard for Turkey in the FIBA EuroBasket Tournament. There are a few current and former NBA players on the team, including Cedi Osman, Adem Bona, and Furkan Korkmaz, but undoubtedly the best player is Houston Rockets All-Star Alperen Sengun.

Dallas Mavericks News / Last Word On Sports / August 27

Mavericks Shopping Former First Round Pick To Sign Dante Exum

DALLAS,Tx. — The Dallas Mavericks are aggressively seeking the flexibility needed to finalize Dante Exum’s new contract. According to The Stein Line, co-contributors Marc Stein and Jake Fischer, the front office has intensified trade talks.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA Analysis Network / August 27

Mark Cuban sets ambitious long-term projection for Cooper Flagg with the Dallas Mavericks, beyond LeBron James

Mark Cuban has high hopes for Cooper Flagg, as he looks set to become the next face of the Dallas Mavericks. The Dallas Mavericks appeared to be set for a miserable future after a catastrophically short-sighted decision in February.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 27

Mark Cuban’s Anthony Davis, Dereck Lively II prediction will catch Mavericks fans’ attention

The Dallas Mavericks are looking to compete during the 2025-26 NBA season. Mark Cuban previously suggested that center Dereck Lively II could begin taking three-point attempts in games in 2025-26.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 27

Mavericks looking to dump recent first-round pick to bring back needed veteran

The Dallas Mavericks have yet to officially re-sign Dante Exum despite agreeing to a deal nearly two months ago. Part of the issue is that the Mavericks didn't have any open roster spots, and while they could still sign Exum as long as they make a move before the season starts, they'd rather wait until the move is finalized.

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The 25 greatest debuts from NBA rookies

First impressions mean a lot, but fans usually give NBA rookies more than one game to prove themselves. It's natural to stumble out of the starting block, but sometimes, rookies absolutely go off their first time on an NBA court.

Mark Cuban News / The SportsRush / August 27

Mark Cuban Lists Two Reasons Why He Thinks There Won’t Be NBA Expansion

Anyone who follows the NBA rumor mill knows that league expansion is a topic that just won’t go away. There has been speculation that the league is interested in expanding from 30 to 32 teams, with Las Vegas and Seattle being the two cities mentioned as the leading candidates to land a new franchise.

Dante Exum News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 27

Mavericks rumors: The trade Dallas is trying to make to clear spot for Dante Exum

The Dallas Mavericks may not be done making moves this offseason. The Mavs already signed D’Angelo Russell and selected Cooper Flagg with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, but they are now reportedly looking to make a trade.

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Olivier-Maxence Prosper News / Hoops Rumors / August 27

Mavs reportedly shopping former first-round pick

The Mavericks are seeking a new home via trade for forward Olivier-Maxence Prosper.

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Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 27

Mark Cuban's icy message about Nico Harrison is bad sign for Mavericks

Dallas Mavericks minority owner Mark Cuban went on the "DLLS Mavs" show on Tuesday to help celebrate their one-year anniversary, where he discussed many different Mavs topics.

Nico Harrison News / NBA Analysis Network / August 27

Markieff Morris reveals what Nico Harrison told him when he signed with Dallas Mavericks, he respected it

The Dallas Mavericks’ reputation took a major hit on February 01, 2025. Yes, the same day when general manager Nico Harrison decided to trade Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers.

Dallas Mavericks News / Last Word On Sports / August 27

Marc Cuban Knows What the Mavs Need to Win a Championship

Marc Cuban owned the Dallas Mavericks for over two decades. During his time, he transformed the team into a perennial playoff contender, and they won their only championship in 2011.

Mark Cuban Reflects On Luka Doncic Trade, Admits To Letting People Down

Mark Cuban has never been shy about speaking his mind, but when it comes to Luka Doncic’s shocking departure from the Dallas Mavericks, even he admits the wound still stings.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 27

It's a make-or-break season for this fourth-year Mavericks guard

The Dallas Mavericks are in dire need of guard play after the March injury to Kyrie Irving suffered against the Sacramento Kings. His ACL tear will sideline him for a return in late January at the earliest, meaning the other members of Dallas' back court will have to pick up the slack in the meantime.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 27

Is D’Angelo Russell primed for a bounce-back campaign?

Is Russell set to have a strong campaign as he enters a pivotal season in his career?

Is Cooper Flagg’s hype getting out of hand?

Mark Cuban points finger at league over lost Mavericks power

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Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Wire / August 27

Mark Cuban points finger at league over lost Mavericks power

Mark Cuban says he doesn’t regret selling the Mavericks. What he does regret is how he went about it. “I don’t regret selling the team, I regret how I did it,” Cuban said on the DLLS podcast, via CBSSports.com and AllDllls.com.

Dallas Mavericks News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Mavericks’ Kyrie Irving Pupil Brandon Williams Emerging as a Sleeper Standout

The Dallas Mavericks could have an unheralded standout in the making with point guard Brandon Williams. Last season, Williams began the year with Dallas on a two-way contract—splitting his time between the G-League affiliate Texas Legends and the Mavericks.

Klay Thompson News / Hardwood Heroics / August 26

'He Will Light Your Ass Up' – Dallas Mavericks’ Klay Thompson Draws Huge 'Star' Take From Former NBA Veteran

Klay Thompson recently received praise from Patrick Beverley, as the former NBA guard called the Dallas Mavericks swingman one of the league’s top stars.