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Dallas Mavericks’ Marvin Bagley III, P.J. Washington And Naji Marshall Among Inactives vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks will be without six players for Monday night's home matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves at American Airlines Center, the team confirmed on its official injury report. The most significant late-day changes involve P.J. Washington and Naji Marshall,…
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‘Keep Him Off The Rim’: Shorthanded Dallas Mavericks Face Stiffest Test Yet As Anthony Edwards Returns For Minnesota Timberwolves
DALLAS — Anthony Edwards is back. And the Dallas Mavericks may be at their most shorthanded all season to greet him. Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch confirmed Monday that both Edwards and Ayo Dosunmu will be available for tonight's matchup at American…
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‘A Mismatch Nightmare’: How Marvin Bagley III Provided The Structural Engine For The Dallas Mavericks’ Win In Portland
PORTLAND, Ore. — The headlines from Friday night's 100-93 Dallas Mavericks win at Moda Center will center on Cooper Flagg's historic first half. Rightfully so. But the player who closed the game, broke a 92-92 tie with just over two minutes remaining,…
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Denver Nuggets’ Nikola Jokić Reacts To Indiana Fever Star Caitlin Clark Calling Him ‘Best Player In The World’
DENVER — Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokić had a perfectly dry explanation for why Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark labeled him the "best player in the world." Following the Nuggets' 116-93 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Sunday, March 29, the…
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‘He Was Hunting’: How Cooper Flagg Reclaimed Rhythm To Snap Dallas Mavericks’ Skid In Portland
PORTLAND, Ore. — By halftime, Cooper Flagg had already put together one of the most dominant first halves the rookie class of 2025-26 has seen from anyone. He recorded 20 points on 7-of-11 shooting and six free throws made without a miss,…
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‘We Don’t Talk About Rookie Of The Year’: Cooper Flagg And Kon Knueppel Keep Duke Brotherhood Above The Race
PORTLAND, Oreg. — The question came after Cooper Flagg had already done most of his damage. Twenty-four points. Four steals. A first half that left the Dallas Mavericks' locker room watching a tight Duke game before tip-off and calling the night's double…
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‘The Group Made A Conscious Effort’: How Dallas Mavericks Fixed Their Defense To Snap Losing Streak In Portland
PORTLAND, Ore. — The Dallas Mavericks came into Friday night's game at Moda Center knowing their defense needed to be better. They delivered. Dallas held the Portland Trail Blazers to 93 points and 26.7% from 3-point range—Portland went just 8-of-30 from deep—in…
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P.J. Washington Praises Marvin Bagley III’s ‘Dominant’ Career Night Against Portland Trail Blazers
PORTLAND, Ore. — P.J. Washington has watched Marvin Bagley III up close since his arrival via trade in February, but Friday night at Moda Center felt different. Bagley erupted for a season-high 26 points on 11-of-14 shooting off the bench, fueling the…
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Zion Williamson Trade Proposal Sends New Orleans Pelicans Star To Brooklyn Nets
NEW ORLEANS — A blockbuster offseason NBA trade proposal sending New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson to the Brooklyn Nets has been created. In a story called "5 NBA Offseason Trade Ideas That Need to Happen," Zach Buckley of Bleacher Report proposed…
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Naji Marshall Joins P.J. Washington As Questionable For Dallas Mavericks vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Due To Illness
DALLAS — Naji Marshall has been downgraded from probable to questionable for Monday night's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves at American Airlines Center due to an illness, adding another layer of uncertainty to a Dallas Mavericks roster already navigating multiple injury concerns…
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P.J. Washington Questionable For Dallas Mavericks vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Due To Illness
DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks' injury report for Monday's home matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves grew more complicated Sunday, with P.J. Washington downgraded to questionable due to illness. Washington, who has started 55 games this season and averaged 14.1 points, 7.1 rebounds, and…
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Marvin Bagley III Questionable For Dallas Mavericks vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Following Shoulder Injury
DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks may be shorthanded in the frontcourt when they host the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday night. Marvin Bagley III is officially questionable as he continues to manage a left shoulder impingement suffered during Friday’s victory against the Portland…
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Daniel Gafford Nears Return For Dallas Mavericks vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Following Right Shoulder Sprain
DALLAS — Daniel Gafford is trending toward returning to the Dallas Mavericks lineup for Monday night’s clash with the Minnesota Timberwolves at American Airlines Center. The 27-year-old center was upgraded to probable on the team's official injury report after missing two games with…
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‘Just Having Fresh Legs’: Klay Thompson Breaks Dallas Mavericks’ Single‑Season Bench 3‑Point Record
PORTLAND, Ore. — Klay Thompson has accomplished nearly everything imaginable in his NBA career. Setting a Dallas Mavericks franchise record as a reserve in a challenging season was not part of the original plan, but the future Hall of Famer has embraced…
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Golden State Warriors Made ‘Determined’ Run At Kawhi Leonard At 2026 NBA Trade Deadline
SAN FRANCISCO — The Golden State Warriors made a "determined" run at Los Angeles Clippers star Kawhi Leonard at the 2026 NBA trade deadline, according to reporting from Marc Stein. While a deal didn't materialize in February, the Warriors may pursue a…
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‘He’s Doing The Right Thing’: Jason Kidd Endorses Naji Marshall For Dallas Mavericks Contract Extension
PORTLAND, Ore. — The Dallas Mavericks are 24-50 with eight games left. Following its recent elimination from postseason eligibility, the team has focused on making the most of the final weeks of the season and looking ahead. Jason Kidd addressed it directly…
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Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron, Bronny James Reflect On Making NBA History With First‑Ever Father‑Son Assist
LOS ANGELES — In the Los Angeles Lakers' win against the Brooklyn Nets on Friday, March 27, LeBron and Bronny James hooked up for the first-ever father-son assist in NBA history. The Nets doubled LeBron, who found Bronny open for a 3-pointer.…
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Dallas Mavericks Coach Jason Kidd Calls Cooper Flagg The ‘Clear-Cut’ NBA Rookie Of The Year
PORTLAND, Ore. — Dallas Mavericks coach Jason Kidd leaves little room for debate. Asked Friday night whether helping Cooper Flagg win Rookie of the Year is a priority for the organization, the coach was clear. "Yeah, it's a big priority," Kidd said.…
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Los Angeles Lakers’ Luka Dončić Facing Suspension After 16th Tech, Blasts Call: ‘I Didn’t Even Talk’
LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Dončić will be suspended one game after picking up his 16th technical foul of the season on Friday (3/27) against the Brooklyn Nets. Dončić will not play against the Washington Wizards on Monday (3/30).…
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Monte Poole: Kristaps Porziņģis Already Eyeing A Future With Golden State Warriors
SAN FRANCISCO — Kristaps Porziņģis becomes an unrestricted free agent this offseason and it looks like he wants to re-sign with the Golden State Warriors. According to Warriors insider Monte Poole of NBC Sports Bay Area, early impressions indicate that Porziņģis wants…
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