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Brian Windhorst says Kyrie Irving to LA Lakers is the ‘danger zone’ for Rob Pelinka’s roster dilemma

The Los Angeles Lakers are always looking to make trades and upgrade their roster. Rob Pelinka and the Los Angeles Lakers are usually busy when it comes to making moves or being in the rumor mill for the next big star.

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Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg gets 100% real on learning from Kyrie Irving

After the Dallas Mavericks experienced more woes against the Los Angeles Clippers in the 133-127 loss on Friday night, it was another experience for rookie Cooper Flagg to develop into a franchise player.

Dallas Mavericks News / Bleacher Report / November 13

Watch: Kyrie & Coop at practice (via _abigaiiiil/X)

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA Analysis Network / November 13

Three possible landing spots for Kyrie Irving if Dallas Mavericks decide to trade him

Nico Harrison’s firing sparked widespread trade speculation about Dallas Mavericks stars. The current roster represents Harrison’s vision of a contending team, but reality tells a different story with their 3-9 record placing them among the Western Conference‘s worst teams.

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The '2024-25 NBA scoring leaders by team' quiz

How many of the players to lead their teams in points-per-game in 2024-25 NBA season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

The 'Most triple-doubles in a season by NBA team' quiz

The 'Three-point leaders by NBA franchise' quiz

NBA News / Sporting News / November 13

Lakers deemed unlikely to trade $240 million star to Mavs to reunite Kyrie Irving with LeBron and Luka

The Los Angeles Lakers don't appear keen on trading Austin Reaves to the Dallas Mavericks for Kyrie Irving, CBS Sports' Sam Quinn writes.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

NBA News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / November 12

Could Former Nets Teammates Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving Reunite in Houston?

The Dallas Mavericks parted ways with GM Nico Harrison nine months after his infamous decision to trade Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers. That left many fans wondering about the future of the franchise.

Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / November 12

Mavericks might blow up their team, but not anytime soon

The most likely trade candidates are a trio of veterans: Anthony Davis, Kyrie Irving and Klay Thompson.

Three worst decisions former Mavericks GM Nico Harrison made

Nico Harrison damage won't be easy to undo for Mavericks

Nico Harrison was doomed by more than Luka Doncic trade

Mavericks mess is another example of 'new owner syndrome'

The 25 greatest journeymen in NBA history

The 'NBA 10-block triple-doubles' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker / November 12

Three worst decisions former Mavericks GM Nico Harrison made

Harrison's tenure with Dallas is riddled with terrible moves beyond the Luka Doncic trade.

Mavericks owner made surprising confession to fan about Luka Doncic trade

Nico Harrison damage won't be easy to undo for Mavericks

Nico Harrison was doomed by more than Luka Doncic trade

The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history

The 'NBA 10-block triple-doubles' quiz

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 11

All 30 2025-26 NBA City Edition jerseys, ranked

Kyrie Irving once said that “basketball isn’t a game; it’s an art form.” This belief obviously demonstrates how players operate on the court, but it goes even deeper, as NBA players need to look the part.

Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / November 8

SB Reacts: The Mavericks are in a bad place

Holy cow the Dallas Mavericks are 2-7! Their worst start to a season since the 2018-19 season! Earlier this week we ran a two question poll which asked two direct questions.

Dallas Mavericks News / Sporting News / November 7

Proposed trade adds 31-point-per-game scorer to Mavs’ offense next to Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving

The Dallas Mavericks would land Austin Reaves in Bleacher Report writer Dan Favale's mock trade with the Los Angeles Lakers.

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The 'Men's Final Four hosts since 2000' quiz

The 'Most TD catches by NFL tight ends' quiz

The '500 passing yard NFL games' quiz

The 'Most rushing TDs for each NFL team' quiz

Dallas Mavericks News / The SportsRush / November 6

Kendrick Perkins Predicts Rushed Kyrie Irving Return as Mavericks Sink to the Bottom of the West

The Dallas Mavericks have not started the 2025-2026 NBA season the way they wanted. At 2-6, the Mavs are currently rocking a three-game losing streak and are 15th in the West.

NBA News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / November 6

Ja Morant's Trade Value Likened to Kyrie Irving’s when he was on the Nets

There have been some loose Ja Morant trade rumors flowing, but nothing appears imminent as of yet. Though some executives around the league seem hesitant to deal for the Memphis Grizzlies' star, the talent is undeniable each time he steps onto the court.

Dallas Mavericks News / Sporting News / November 6

When is Kyrie Irving coming back? Mavericks guard injury timeline points toward eventual return date

The Mavs are missing their point guard.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / November 6

Cooper Flagg learning valuable lessons from Mavericks star Kyrie Irving

The Dallas Mavericks are now 2-6 after a bad loss to the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday night, a game in which Cooper Flagg had arguably his best game in the NBA, putting up 20 points, 9 rebounds, 3 steals, 2 blocks, and 2 assists.

Dallas Mavericks News / EssentiallySports / November 6

Kyrie Irving Sends 6-Word Message to Cooper Flagg & Co as Mavericks Sit Last in West

Dallas fans’ worst fears are turning into reality. With Luka Doncic thriving in LA, the Mavs are finding it difficult to maintain a competitive position in the Western Conference.

Dallas Mavericks News / The SportsRush / November 5

Richard Jefferson Elaborates on How Kyrie Irving’s Return Will Help Cooper Flagg and the Mavericks

The beginning of the 2025-26 NBA season hasn’t been too kind to the Dallas Mavericks. Despite landing the top overall pick and selecting Cooper Flagg, the standout rookie hasn’t been able to impact winning.

Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / November 4

Interesting report emerges about Kyrie Irving-Cooper Flagg relationship

Kyrie Irving is apparently serving as a hands-on mentor for his fellow No. 1 overall pick. The Dallas Mavericks star Irving has become a “personal coach” of sorts to rookie teammate Cooper Flagg.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / November 3

NBA Notes: Heat, Kel’el Ware, Mavericks, Kyrie Irving, Blazers

Kel’el Ware is getting a crash course in NBA Year Two. Minutes are shrinking. Production is uneven. The result is less time on the floor. He logged only 11 minutes and 30 seconds in a loss to the Lakers on Sunday, as relayed by Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / November 2

Mavericks' Jason Kidd desperately optimistic about Kyrie Irving's recovery

The Dallas Mavericks are a mess right now. They have no identity on either side of the ball, and their offense is currently dead last in offense rating.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / November 2

NBA Notes: Mavericks, Kyrie Irving, Knicks, Jordan Clarkson, Pacers

Kyrie Irving could return before the year flips, Mavericks coach Jason Kidd suggested, via Christian Clark of The Athletic. Irving tore his left ACL in early March and had surgery later that month, so a late December return would put him right around the nine month mark.

Dallas Mavericks News / Fastbreak on SI / November 1

Mavericks Holding Out Hope for Kyrie Irving Boost Before New Year

At some point this season, the Dallas Mavericks anticipate the return of Kyrie Irving. Over the offseason, reports suggested that Irving’s return is likely to happen in 2026—potentially sometime in January.

Dallas Mavericks News / Last Word On Sports / October 26

Kyrie Irving’s Role in Dallas: How His Return Could Be the X-Factor

The Dallas Mavericks are counting on Kyrie Irving to become their X-factor when he returns. Alongside Anthony Davis, Irving brings scoring, creativity, and unpredictability that can instantly change games.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / October 23

Mavericks' brutal offense may force them to make risky Kyrie Irving decision

The Dallas Mavericks have started the season 0-1 after an opening night 125-92 loss to the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday, and it was a brutal showing, especially offensively.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / October 16

Kyrie Irving still has huge role with Mavericks despite injury

Dallas Mavericks point guard Kyrie Irving is still recovering from a torn ACL he suffered back in March. Irving is in the final parts of his recovery, but he won't be ready for the start of the regular season and isn't expected to make an appearance on the court until January at the earliest.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Rumors / August 28