Mavericks Face Center Crisis as Injuries Hit Kleber, Lively, and Powell
The Dallas Mavericks grapple with injuries to centers Maxi Kleber, Dereck Lively II, and Dwight Powell, deepening their roster crisis.
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Celtics Pull Away in Second Half to Defeat Shorthanded Mavericks: “Nothing But Lessons to Take”
Mavericks fall 122-107 to Celtics as White's big third quarter and Boston’s shooting depth outpace shorthanded Dallas, now 5-12 since the game Luka Dončić injured his calf on Christmas Day.
Irving and Washington Shine, But Injury-Depleted Mavericks Fall Short Against Timberwolves: “We Just Got to Keep Fighting”
Kyrie Irving scores 36, P.J. Washington adds 30, but the Mavericks fall 115-114 to the Timberwolves despite a late rally at the American Airlines Center.
Irving, Gafford Combine for 64 Points, But Mavericks Stumble in Clutch Moments Against Hornets
Kyrie Irving and Daniel Gafford score 64 points but the Mavericks falter late, losing 110-105 to the Hornets despite a strong start.
Mavericks Prepare for Hornets with Injury Updates on Lively, Irving, Powell, and Hardy
Get the latest injury updates ahead of the Mavericks’ game against the Hornets, including status reports on Lively II, Irving, Powell, and Hardy.
NBA Confirms Missed Goaltending in Mavericks’ Controversial Loss to Pelicans
The NBA’s Last Two Minute Report confirmed a missed goaltending call on Trey Murphy III's block, costing the Mavericks in their 119-116 loss to the Pelicans.
Mavericks Fall to Pelicans in Shorthanded Matchup After Controversial Finish: “We Thought It Was Goaltending”
Mavericks fall 119-116 to Pelicans in a controversial finish. Despite big nights from Gafford and Washington, a disputed no-call sealed Dallas' fate.
Kyrie Irving’s Return Overshadowed as Nuggets Dominate Mavericks: “We Just Watched Kai Play”
Kyrie Irving's comeback was spoiled by Jamal Murray's 45-point performance, leading the Denver Nuggets to a commanding 118-99 victory over the Dallas Mavericks.
Kyrie Irving’s Potential Return Could Spark Mavericks in Nuggets Rematch: “His Presence, His Gravity”
Kyrie Irving’s potential return could provide the Mavericks with the leadership and scoring they need to bounce back against the Nuggets in Tuesday’s rematch.
Shorthanded Mavericks Fall to Nuggets After Squandering 19-Point Lead in First of Two Matchups: “It Feels Like It Snowballs”
The Nuggets erased a 19-point deficit behind Nikola Jokić’s near triple-double and Russell Westbrook’s all-around effort, handing the Mavericks a loss.