Mavericks Upgrade Danté Exum to Questionable Before Clash Against Lakers
Danté Exum upgraded to questionable for Mavericks vs. Lakers; Brandon Williams to sign standard contract as Dallas battles for play-in spot.
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“He’s Putting in the Work”: Brandon Williams to Sign Standard Deal with Mavericks
Brandon Williams will sign a two-year standard deal with the Mavericks after reaching his two-way limit and stepping up following Kyrie Irving’s season-ending injury.
"No Emotions": Anthony Davis Downplays First Game Against Lakers Since Trade to Mavericks
Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis remains stoic about his upcoming first game against the Los Angeles Lakers Lakers, emphasizing focus over sentiment.
“We’ve Got to Stay Hungry”: Mavericks Routed Again by Clippers as Play-In Race Tightens
Anthony Davis scored 27 in his return, but the Mavericks were overwhelmed 135-104 by the Clippers, falling to 38-41 and risking a road play-in game.
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Exclusive: Jason Kidd Reflects on Carmelo Anthony, Dwight Howard and Redeem Team’s Hall of Fame Selections
Jason Kidd shares heartfelt reflections on former teammates Carmelo Anthony and Dwight Howard being named to the 2025 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame class.
“It Is What It Is Sometimes”: Mavericks Fall to Clippers as Poor Shooting, Turnovers and Injuries Take Toll
The Mavericks fell 114-91 to the Clippers as injuries, poor shooting, and turnovers dropped them into a tie with Sacramento for the West's No. 9 seed.
“Second Nature”: Anthony Davis’ Game-Winner Lifts Mavericks Past Hawks as Dereck Lively II Returns
Anthony Davis hit a game-winner and finished with 34 points as the Mavericks edged the Hawks 120-118. Dereck Lively II returned after missing 36 games.
“He Was Good at Both Ends”: Nets Rally Late to Stun Mavericks as Daniel Gafford Returns
Daniel Gafford returned, but the Mavericks fell short in a 113-109 loss to the Nets as Brooklyn rallied late. Dallas missed 12 free throws and gave up 20 threes.
“Just Having Them Back Will Be a Boost”: Mavericks Eye Play-In Push with Gafford, Lively Nearing Return
Mavericks face key injury questions vs. Nets with Gafford and Lively nearing returns, while Irving, Exum, and Prosper remain out for the stretch run.
“One Game at a Time”: Mavericks Edge Bulls, Climb to Ninth in West Playoff Race
Mavericks escape with a 120-119 win over the Bulls, moving to ninth in the West behind key plays from Dinwiddie, Thompson, and Davis in a tight finish.