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‘They Just Have To Weather The Storm’: Doc Rivers Shares Intriguing Take On Dallas Mavericks After Luka Dončić Trade
DALLAS — Even from the opposite sideline, Doc Rivers sees plenty of reason for optimism in Dallas. Before Monday’s matchup between the Milwaukee Bucks and the Dallas Mavericks, the veteran head coach was asked about the attention surrounding the Mavericks since the…
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‘I Thought It Was AI’: Doc Rivers Recalls Luka Dončić Trade Reaction Before Dallas Mavericks Matchup
DALLAS — Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers still remembers his reaction when the news broke last February that Luka Dončić had been traded to the Los Angeles Lakers. “I thought it was AI — honest to God,” Rivers said before Monday’s…
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‘We Had No Energy’: Short-Handed Dallas Mavericks Aim To Regain Energy And Focus Against Washington Wizards
DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks enter Saturday night’s matchup against the Washington Wizards desperate for a turnaround after a deflating 118–104 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies. It was the team’s fourth straight defeat, dropping them to 2–7 as they close out their…
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How To Watch Dallas Mavericks vs. Washington Wizards: Will Anthony Davis, Dereck Lively II Or Daniel Gafford Play? (Nov. 8, 2025)
WASHINGTON — The Dallas Mavericks wrap up a two-game road trip Saturday against the Washington Wizards, searching for answers after their fourth consecutive loss. Tipoff is set for 6 p.m. CT at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., airing on KFAA-29 and…
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‘That’s What Was Missing’: Moussa Cissé Brings Energy In Dallas Mavericks’ Loss To Memphis Grizzlies
DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks’ frontcourt was hanging by a thread Friday night — and it was Moussa Cissé who provided the pulse. With Anthony Davis sidelined by a left calf strain and Dereck Lively II out with a right knee sprain,…
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‘I Feel Bad For My Mavs Fans’: Dirk Nowitzki Gets Brutally Honest About Dallas Mavericks’ Struggles, Shares Advice For Cooper Flagg
DALLAS — Dirk Nowitzki has seen plenty of slow starts in his time, but this one feels different. The Dallas Mavericks fell 118–104 to the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday night, their fourth consecutive loss and a performance that underscored every concern about…
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‘We’ll See How He Feels In D.C.’: Daniel Gafford’s Ankle Injury Puts Dallas Mavericks In Tough Spot During Back-To-Back
DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks’ frontcourt concerns grew Friday night after center Daniel Gafford exited the team’s 118–104 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies with right ankle soreness. The setback adds to a growing list of early-season injuries that continue to test the…
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‘No One’s Coming To Save Us’: Dallas Mavericks Fall To Memphis Grizzlies, Remain Worst Western Conference Team
DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks’ season continued to spiral Friday night as Ja Morant and rookie Cedric Coward each scored 21 points to lead the Memphis Grizzlies to a 118–104 victory in an NBA Cup Group B matchup at FedExForum. The loss…
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‘We Just Gotta Keep Fighting’: Jason Kidd Outlines Keys For Dallas Mavericks Against Ja Morant’s Memphis Grizzlies
DALLAS — Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd stressed effort, defense, and discipline ahead of Friday’s matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies, emphasizing that his team must continue to battle through shooting struggles and lineup adversity. “We just gotta keep fighting,” Kidd said…
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NBA Scouts, Coaches Feel Dallas Mavericks’ Anthony Davis Isn’t Looking As Mobile As He Normally Does
DALLAS — NBA scouts and coaches feel Dallas Mavericks star Anthony Davis isn't looking as mobile as he normally does, according to Christian Clark of The Athletic. Davis reported to training camp at 268 pounds, according to the roster the Mavericks released…
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Miami Heat’s Tyler Herro Named Trade Target For Dallas Mavericks
MIAMI — Miami Heat shooting guard Tyler Herro has been named a trade target for the Dallas Mavericks, who are off to a rough start to the 2025-26 NBA season. Dallas is just 2-6. Jason Kidd's group is tied with the New…
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‘It’s The Most I’ve Lost’: Cooper Flagg Reflects On Dallas Mavericks’ Tough Start And Early Lessons
DALLAS — For Cooper Flagg, the first month of his NBA career has already tested his patience. The 18-year-old forward has emerged as a bright spot for the Dallas Mavericks, but the team’s 2–6 start has brought challenges he’s never experienced before.…
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‘It’s Not Fun Losing’: Dallas Mavericks Fall To New Orleans Pelicans Despite Cooper Flagg’s Late Chance
DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks’ struggles reached a new low Wednesday night as they dropped their third straight game, falling 101–99 to the New Orleans Pelicans at American Airlines Center. The defeat, Dallas’ sixth in eight games, came against a short-handed Pelicans…
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‘We’ve Got To Be Better In Those Situations’: Dallas Mavericks Fall To Houston Rockets As Late Miscues Prove Costly
DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks’ search for a road win continues. A back-and-forth battle with the Houston Rockets unraveled in the final minutes Monday night as Dallas fell, 110-102, at Toyota Center — its second straight defeat on the road trip and…
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How To Watch Dallas Mavericks vs. Houston Rockets: D’Angelo Russell’s Hot Streak Meets Kevin Durant’s NBA-Best Offense (Nov. 3, 2025)
DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks continue their road trip Monday night against the Houston Rockets, still searching for consistency after a frustrating collapse in Mexico City. Dallas fell 122–110 to the Detroit Pistons on Saturday after being outscored 35–17 in the fourth…
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‘They Dominated Us In The Paint’: Dallas Mavericks Falter Late In Mexico City Loss To Detroit Pistons
DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks appeared poised for their first road win of the season. But after three strong quarters, their offense stalled, their defense broke down inside, and they fell 122-110 to the Detroit Pistons on Saturday night at Arena CDMX.…
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‘We Found Something Tonight’: Dallas Mavericks Edge Indiana Pacers As Brandon Williams, Dwight Powell Lead Short-Handed Win
DALLAS — The injury woes for the Dallas Mavericks just got a little more crowded. But that didn’t stop them from grinding out a hard-fought 107–105 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night at American Airlines Center to close out their…
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‘We Just Needed To Execute’: Dallas Mavericks Battle Back From 22 Down Before Falling Late To Oklahoma City Thunder
DALLAS — For much of the night, the Dallas Mavericks were hanging by a thread. Playing without two of their top centers and against the reigning NBA champions, they looked overmatched for three quarters. But when the game appeared all but finished,…
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‘We Just Played Our Game’: Cooper Flagg, Anthony Davis Lead Dallas Mavericks Past Toronto Raptors For First Win
DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks’ first win of the season came with a thunderous exclamation point from their youngest player. Cooper Flagg scored 22 points, including a soaring one-handed dunk over Sandro Mamukelashvili that brought American Airlines Center to its feet, as…
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After 0–2 Start, Cooper Flagg Says Dallas Mavericks Must Cut ‘Silly Turnovers’ To Turn Corner
DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks’ season-opening frustrations continued Friday night inside American Airlines Center — not because of effort, but because of execution. A second consecutive collapse, fueled by turnovers and defensive lapses, erased what was once a promising start against the…
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