Dallas Mavericks: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Kyrie Irving Reflects On Early Cavs Years, Partnership With LeBron James: 'I Was Not a Winner'

Kyrie Irving is pulling back the curtain on his early NBA career, and his recent comments offer a candid glimpse into the highs and lows of his time with the Cleveland Cavaliers — including the behind-the-scenes truth about his much-debated partnership with LeBron James.

Anthony Davis News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 9

Why Mavericks’ Anthony Davis is poised for biggest NBA season yet

Will Anthony Davis be able to have his best NBA season at 32 years old? Yes, he will need to stay healthy — but that goes without saying. If AD is able to stay on the floor, the Dallas Mavericks forward may just be poised for his best NBA campaign yet in 2025-26.

Cooper Flagg News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 9

Cooper Flagg predicted to eventually leave Dallas Mavericks

First overall pick Cooper Flagg has yet to play an official game for the Dallas Mavericks. He played in two Summer League Games, but his first real NBA game is expected to be on October 22nd against the San Antonio Spurs.

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NBA News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 9

Mavericks vs. Warriors named worst 2025 NBA Christmas Game

ESPN's NBA insider Shams Charania revealed this year's lineup for the heavily anticipated Christmas Day Games. The Dallas Mavericks will be playing for the sixth straight season, traveling west to take on the Golden State Warriors.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 9

Kyrie Irving explains why it was time to leave LeBron James, Cavs

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving has opened up about his decision to part ways with LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers, offering a detailed explanation during a recent livestream.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA Analysis Network / August 9

Dallas Mavericks face ‘major challenges’ with Cooper Flagg, it’s because of Luka Doncic

The Dallas Mavericks face “major challenges” with Cooper Flagg, according to an NBA expert, as they look to build around the number one pick. The Mavericks won the draft lottery for generational talent, Flagg, at this year’s draft.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 8

Cooper Flagg's first game, Mavericks' opening day matchup revealed

Schedule news is already starting to come out for the NBA, with the full schedule set to come out sometime in the next few weeks. ESPN's NBA insider Shams Charania has revealed the Christmas Day games as well as the opening day matchups.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 8

Klay Thompson, Cooper Flagg, Mavericks get Christmas Day matchup vs. Steph Curry, Warriors

ESPN's NBA insider Shams Charania announced the NBA's Christmas Day schedule for the 2025-26 season, one of the most highly anticipated days of the regular season.

LeBron James News / Larry Brown Sports / August 8

Three teams expected to pursue LeBron James next summer

LeBron James is, by all indications, entering his final season with the Los Angeles Lakers.

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Luka Doncic News / NBA Analysis Network / August 7

Mavericks star didn’t want to play alongside star acquired in Luka Doncic trade, and forced exit claims NBA insider

The Dallas Mavericks made a bold choice at the trade deadline that changed the course of their future. Dallas Mavericks CEO Rick Welts admitted to being taken aback at the severe backlash to the decision to trade away Luka Doncic.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 7

Doubts placed on Kyrie Irving, Anthony Davis, Cooper Flagg trio with Mavericks

On paper, the Dallas Mavericks have one of the most talented rosters in the NBA with Anthony Davis, Kyrie Irving, Klay Thompson, and the recent first overall pick Cooper Flagg.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA Analysis Network / August 7

Cooper Flagg told to fix problems he showed at Summer League to live up to exciting LeBron James comparison

Cooper Flagg has been touted as a generational player for the Dallas Mavericks, although he needs to hone certain aspects of his game to be an MVP. Cooper Flagg was easily the best player in the 2025 NBA Draft, and the Dallas Mavericks very likely landed a generational player to build around.

Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / August 7

Throwback Thursday – The Worm turns in Dallas in February 9, 2000

Just over one month into the tenure of new majority owner Mark Cuban, the Dallas Mavericks were preparing to welcome yet another new face into the fold.

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Anthony Davis News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 7

Mavericks' Anthony Davis still ranked among best players in Western Conference

Dallas Mavericks star forward Anthony Davis stumbled into the Lone Star State after being acquired in the Luka Doncic trade with the Los Angeles Lakers.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 7

Dallas Mavericks predicted to have disappointing 2025-26 season

Despite trading Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis in an effort to win now, the Dallas Mavericks unsurprisingly missed the playoffs last season, mostly due to injuries to key players.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 7

Dallas Mavericks middling in latest power rankings

The Dallas Mavericks are going into the upcoming season hoping to get back in the playoff picture. NBA.com writer John Schuhmann conducted a recent power rankings of the Western Conference teams and the Mavs came in at No.

Cooper Flagg News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 7

Cooper Flagg, Mavericks receive lackluster playoff prediction from ESPN

The Dallas Mavericks’ revamped roster featuring rookie forward Cooper Flagg, Anthony Davis, and Kyrie Irving is not generating strong postseason confidence from ESPN.

Cooper Flagg News / Total Apex Sports / August 7

First Cooper Flagg Dallas Mavericks Jersey Sells for Nearly $100K

Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg is back in the headlines again. The Mavericks shut down Flagg, 18, after two NBA Summer League games, but Flagg’s presence continues to be present.

Naji Marshall News / Dallas Hoops Journal / August 6

Naji Marshall Named Dallas Mavericks’ ‘Most Disrespected Hidden Gem’

Dallas Mavericks forward Naji Marshall has been named the team’s “most disrespected hidden gem” by an NBA analyst. Dan Favale of Bleacher Report believes Marshall is “a highly useful player without that glitzy volume and efficiency.” “It would definitely be neat if Naji Marshall both made and attempted more triples.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 5

Lakers star's new contract can save him from Dallas disappointment

Lakers star's new contract can save him from his Dallas disappointment

The new contract starts with the 2026-27 season and allows him to opt out of the final year in the summer of 2028, when he'll have 10 years of NBA experience.

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