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On YouTubeDallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 25
What Mavericks fans should expect from Dereck Lively II in 2025-26
Who is Dereck Lively II? Sure, we know he is a 21-year-old Dallas Mavericks center who can finish on alley-oops and protect the basket, but what is his ceiling?
Dallas Mavericks News / Total Apex Sports / July 15
Dereck Lively II Underwent Surgery On Right Foot
Dallas Mavericks Center Dereck Lively II recently underwent surgery on his right foot. Lively II, 21, is expected to be ready for the start of training camp.
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NBA News / Hoops Wire / July 15
NBA Notes: Mavericks, Dereck Lively II, Pelicans, Kevon Looney, Grizzlies
Mavericks center Dereck Lively II recently underwent surgery to clean up bone spurs in his right foot, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line. Lively was seen in a walking boot following the procedure but has since moved out of it.
Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / July 15
Mavericks center Dereck Lively II reportedly undergoes foot surgery
While Lively’s young career has been limited due to availability, it has not been short on impact.
Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 11
Mavericks’ Mark Cuban hints at drastic next step for Dereck Lively II in 2025-26
Dallas Mavericks fans hoping for an offensive transformation may be in for a treat next season. During Cooper Flagg’s introductory press conference, minority owner Mark Cuban hinted at a bold change involving Dereck Lively II, who could shift into a modern stretch five center role.
Dereck Lively II Shares Message with No. 1 Pick Cooper Flagg
Tonight, the Dallas Mavericks selected elite two-way combo forward Cooper Flagg with the top overall pick, a player who has accomplished an incredible amount before even stepping on an NBA floor.
Duke Blue Devils News / Yardbarker / June 24
Three moves the Mavericks need to make for the Cooper Flagg era
The Dallas Mavericks are going directly from the Luka Doncic era to the Cooper Flagg era, when they're expected to make the Duke freshman the No. 1 pick in Wednesday's NBA Draft.
Duke Blue Devils News / Dallas Hoops Journal / May 14
'They Have Some Really Good Pieces': Cooper Flagg Talks Possible Role with Dallas Mavericks
The Dallas Mavericks pulled off one of the most improbable jumps in NBA Draft lottery history Monday night, moving up 10 spots to land the No. 1 overall pick.
Duke Blue Devils News / Dallas Hoops Journal / May 14
'Pretty Special': Jon Scheyer on Cooper Flagg’s Fit with Dallas Mavericks, Pairing with Dereck Lively II
When the Dallas Mavericks won the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery on Monday night, it locked in more than just a franchise-altering moment—it ensured former Duke star Cooper Flagg would become the No.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / May 13
Mavericks' Projected Starting Lineup With Cooper Flagg Looks Scary
The Dallas Mavericks won the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery and will have the opportunity to select Cooper Flagg in the draft on June 25. Despite the Luka Doncic trade proving to be extremely unpopular, the Mavericks did have a pretty impressive team when healthy, and they'd look really scary with the addition of Flagg.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 19
Mavericks' nightmare season ends with a whimper against Grizzlies
It's not a surprise that the Dallas Mavericks missed the playoffs after a franchise-destroying season. The real surprise was them making it this far.
Dallas Mavericks News / Field Level Media / January 22
Report: Mavs' Dereck Lively II (foot) out 2-3 months
Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II has a small fracture in his foot and will be out two to three months, ESPN reported Wednesday. The 7-foot-1 Lively has been out with a right foot ailment since a Jan.
Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Rumors / January 22
Mavs big man expected to miss 2-3 months with foot fracture
Dereck Lively has been diagnosed with a small fracture in his foot.
Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Rumors / January 14
Mavericks' Dereck Lively II exits with ankle sprain, doesn't return
The Mavericks ruled starting center Dereck Lively II out with an ankle sprain just four minutes into their Tuesday game against Denver, the team announced.
Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / December 27
Dereck Lively II's Updated Injury Status For Mavericks-Suns
The Dallas Mavericks already received unfortunate injury news this week, losing Luka Doncic for at least a month due to a left calf strain. Then, Dereck Lively II popped up on their injury report for Friday's game against the Phoenix Suns with a hip contusion, the first night of a back-to-back on the road.
Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / November 11
Dereck Lively II Hopes to Play in Mavericks-Warriors
Mavericks' center Dereck Lively II, who has been out the last four games with a sprained right shoulder, is hopeful to play against the Warriors on November 12, according to ESPN's Tim McMahon.
Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / October 8
Mavericks' Dereck Lively is a different player in Year 2
Dereck Lively II promises to be more than just a role player in his sophomore campaign with the Mavs.
Dallas Mavericks News / Total Apex Sports / October 3
Dallas Mavericks Name Dereck Lively II As Starting Center
The Dallas Mavericks recently named Dereck Lively II as the starting center. Lively II, 20, is an NBA rookie on the rise after being named to the NBA All-Rookie Second Team and advancing to the NBA Finals, both in 2024.
Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / June 19, 2024
A potential Mavericks return to the NBA Finals may hinge on breakout center
Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II in many ways served as the Dallas Mavericks' heart (both on and off the floor) during their run to the NBA Finals.
Dallas Mavericks News / Fadeaway World / May 31, 2024
Dereck Lively II Sends Emotional Message To Late Mother After Rookie Finals Appearance
Dereck Lively II is proving to be one of the best selections of the 2023 NBA Draft, as the rookie played an integral role in helping the Mavericks reach the 2024 NBA Finals.
Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / May 31, 2024
Mavericks rookie completes wild playoff feat never done in history
Dallas Mavericks rookie Dereck Lively II was quite literally perfect throughout the Western Conference Finals.
Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Rumors / May 30, 2024
Mavs' Dereck Lively listed as questionable for Game 5
Mavericks rookie center Dereck Lively is listed as questionable to play Thursday in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals.
Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / May 29, 2024
Mavericks provide notable status update on star rookie ahead of Game 5
The 20-year-old has been a big-impact player for Dallas as a rookie this season.
Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / May 27, 2024
Report offers update on Dereck Lively’s neck injury
Dallas Mavericks rookie Dereck Lively II suffered a frightening injury during Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals on Saturday night, and his status going forward remains in question.
Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Rumors / May 26, 2024
Mavs big man suffers neck sprain after knee to head
Mavericks rookie center Dereck Lively departed Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals on Sunday night with what the team labeled a neck sprain. Lively was injured during the second quarter when he fell backward in the lane and was inadvertently kneed in the head by Timberwolves forward Karl-Anthony Towns.
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