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‘Excited To Get Out There’: Cooper Flagg Set For NBA Preseason Debut With Dallas Mavericks In Fort Worth
FORT WORTH, Texas — Cooper Flagg’s first NBA game won’t count in the standings, but it already carries the weight of months of anticipation. When the Dallas Mavericks open their preseason Monday night against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Dickies Arena, all…
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Dallas Mavericks Training Camp Notebook: Max Christie Playing With Confidence, Cooper Flagg Earns Praise For Work Ethic
DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks returned to their practice facility Sunday for their first on-court session in Texas following a week of training camp in Vancouver, where the focus centered on conditioning, chemistry, and implementing a faster offensive system under assistant coach…
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How To Watch Dallas Mavericks vs. Oklahoma City Thunder Preseason: TV Channel, Start Time & Streaming Info For Cooper Flagg’s Debut (Oct. 6, 2025)
DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks tip off their preseason on Monday, Oct. 6, against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth — marking the first NBA game ever played in the venue. Fans will get their first in-person look…
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‘He Has The Talent’: Anthony Davis Confident Cooper Flagg Can Guard Kevin Durant, Jimmy Butler Right Away
DALLAS — Anthony Davis didn’t hesitate when asked about Cooper Flagg’s defensive potential. After spending three days watching the No. 1 overall pick compete against NBA veterans at Dallas Mavericks training camp, Davis believes the 18-year-old is ready for serious assignments. “He…
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Inside Dallas Mavericks Training Camp: ‘Championship Habits’ Built In Vancouver
DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks arrived in Vancouver with a clear purpose — to build something lasting. The decision to hold camp north of the border wasn’t a coincidence. Jason Kidd wanted distance, quiet, and focus. The team bunked in the hills…
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Dallas Mavericks Training Camp Notebook: Third Practice Wraps Up With Energy And Communication As Team Departs Vancouver
FORT WORTH, Texas — The Dallas Mavericks wrapped up their first week of training camp Friday at Simon Fraser University, closing out three days of work in Vancouver before heading back to Texas for Monday’s preseason opener against the Oklahoma City Thunder…
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‘I’ve Got To Be Vocal’: Anthony Davis Embraces Role As Dallas Mavericks’ Defensive Anchor And Offensive Hub
DALLAS — Anthony Davis has already logged a decade of All-Star appearances, an NBA title, and countless nights as one of the league’s most dominant big men. Now, entering his first full season with the Dallas Mavericks, he is taking on a…
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‘We’re Going To Let Him Shoot’: Dallas Mavericks Give Dereck Lively II Green Light In Year 3
DALLAS — Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd wants Dereck Lively II to keep growing, and that now includes shooting the ball. "We all know he’s mature. We’re going to let him shoot," Kidd said. "We want him to fight. We want…
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‘Turn The Page’: Dereck Lively II On Dallas Mavericks’ Fresh Start And Championship Push
DALLAS — Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II opened training camp with a simple message about moving forward. “Turn the page. We’ve got a new start. We’re trying to win a championship this year. We can’t change the past, but we can…
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‘It Was A Positive Day’: Jason Kidd Praises Cooper Flagg, Dallas Mavericks’ Energy On Day 1 Of Camp
DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks launched their 2025 training camp on Tuesday with a spirited first practice that set an encouraging tone for the weeks ahead. Head coach Jason Kidd praised his team’s energy, communication, and competitiveness as they began building toward…
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Dallas Mavericks Training Camp Notebook: Cooper Flagg Shines During First Practice In Vancouver
DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks launched their 2025 training camp on Tuesday with a high-energy practice that featured teaching, competition, and a first look at rookie forward Cooper Flagg against NBA veterans. Head coach Jason Kidd said the opening day set the…
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‘My Goal Hasn’t Changed’: Anthony Davis Eager To Lead Dallas Mavericks To First Championship Since 2011
DALLAS — Anthony Davis didn’t waver when asked about his outlook entering the 2025-26 season. After a year that ended with frustration and injury, his message to Mavericks fans was direct. “Same as last year at my press conference: my goal hasn’t…
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‘Just About Being Me’: Rookie Year Goals Put Cooper Flagg At Center Of Dallas Mavericks’ Title Vision
DALLAS — Cooper Flagg isn’t stepping into the NBA with the weight of an entire franchise on his shoulders. Instead, the No. 1 overall pick begins his career surrounded by established stars, giving him a chance to grow into his role without…
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Dallas Mavericks Sign Jeremiah Robinson-Earl To Training Camp Deal
DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks have officially signed forward Jeremiah Robinson-Earl to a training camp contract, the team announced Friday. The deal is expected to be an Exhibit 10 contract, giving Robinson-Earl an opportunity to compete for a roster spot or join…
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Is P.J. Washington Ready To Have A Key Role For The Mavericks?
DALLAS — It has been an interesting year to be a fan of the Dallas Mavericks. In June 2024, the Mavericks made a surprise run to the NBA Finals, ultimately falling to the juggernaut Boston Celtics in five games. Even still, the…
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‘A Super Deep Team’: Dirk Nowitzki Confident In Dallas Mavericks’ Contender Status If Healthy
DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks enter the 2025-26 season trying to turn the page on the Luka Dončić trade and prove they remain a contender in the Western Conference. The franchise has added new stars, brought back key role players and assembled…
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Olivier-Maxence Prosper Lands With New Team After Dallas Mavericks Cut Ties
DALLAS — Olivier-Maxence Prosper is headed to the Memphis Grizzlies, a fresh opportunity coming just days after the Dallas Mavericks cut ties with the 2023 first-round pick. Prosper, 21, agreed to a two-way contract with Memphis, according to ESPN. The deal arrives…
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Sources: P.J. Washington, Dallas Mavericks Agree To Four-Year, $90 Million Extension
DALLAS — Dallas Mavericks forward P.J. Washington has secured his long-term future with the franchise, agreeing to a four-year, $90 million contract extension, sources confirmed to dallassportsjournal.com/. The deal does not include any options and represents the maximum amount Washington was eligible…
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NBA Trade Idea Sends Dallas Mavericks’ Dereck Lively II, Caleb Martin To Los Angeles Lakers
DALLAS — An NBA trade idea sending Dereck Lively II and Caleb Martin from the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers has been created. NBA writer Zach Buckley of Bleacher Report created the following trade idea between the Mavericks and Lakers:…
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“Best Power Forward Maybe Of My Generation”: Dallas Mavericks’ Klay Thompson Issues Strong Statement On Anthony Davis
DALLAS — Four-time NBA champion Klay Thompson is a big fan of Dallas Mavericks power forward Anthony Davis. During an interview with NBA legend Michael Cooper on the Showtime With Michael Cooper Lakers Podcast, Thompson called Davis the "best power forward maybe…
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