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Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Polarizing former Maverick is on the brink of being out of the NBA for good

D’Angelo Russell’s NBA future is uncertain after struggling with the Dallas Mavericks, and a key player option is looming next season.

NBA Draft watch: Who has already declared for the NBA Draft?

With both the NCAA Tournament and NBA regular season done and dusted, it’s now time to turn our attention to the NBA Draft, where the Dallas Mavericks are set to have multiple first-round picks...

Mavs Notes: Kidd, Front Office, Bilsborough, Flagg

The situation that Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd finds himself in isn’t all that different from Billy Donovan‘s in Chicago. It was a disappointing season in Dallas and the team is embarking on a...

The Dallas Wings played it safe with Azzi Fudd

When Azzi Fudd’s name was announced as the first overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft, there was little surprise throughout the Dallas Wings fanbase. The pick had felt like a forgone conclusion in...

Mavericks' next free agent target just became impossible to ignore

Charlotte Hornets guard Coby White just proved exactly why the Dallas Mavericks should sign him in free agency with a dominant performance against the Miami Heat in the Play-In Tournament.

Kon Knueppel's play-in disaster just handed Cooper Flagg Rookie of the Year

Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel's Rookie of the Year campaign crashed after his recent play-in performance against the Miami Heat. Cooper Flagg of the Dallas Mavericks should easily be the...

The Mavericks must undo the mistake fans will never forgive Nico Harrison for

The Dallas Mavericks should still look for a path to bring back Casey Smith, whom Nico Harrison once fired, but it's going to be tough.

Mavericks rookie just handed Dallas their easiest decision of the offseason

Ryan Nembhard’s 23-assist finale strengthened his case as the Dallas Mavericks decide on his team option after a breakout rookie season.

The rookie of the year debate has gone too far

The NBA regular season is over, which means award discourse season before the playoffs start is in full swing. Some awards, like MVP and DPOY, are all but announced, with overwhelming favorites...

Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Kon Knueppel needed just one game to prove ROY race isn’t much of one

Kon Knueppel might've helped undecided ROY voters lean toward Cooper Flagg.

Mavericks' GM search already has a serious problem before it begins

The Dallas Mavericks GM search is already controversial as Jason Kidd’s role, Patrick Dumont’s plans, and roster stability raise early concerns.

Cooper Flagg's Rookie of the Year fate is already written in the stars

The Cooper Flagg vs. Kon Knueppel debate becomes clear when viewed through a recent, one-sided Rookie of the Year race between Victor Wembanyama and Chet Holmgren.

Victor Wembanyama has 40 points, 13 rebounds in 65th game to lead Spurs past Mavericks 139-120

Victor Wembanyama had 40 points and 13 rebounds in his 65th game to become eligible for NBA awards, and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Dallas Mavericks 139-120.

Cooper Flagg's standout rookie season ends as the No. 1 pick of the Mavs injures ankle in finale

Cooper Flagg’s standout rookie season ended slightly prematurely after the No. 1 pick of the Dallas Mavericks limped to the locker room in the finale against...

Ryan Nembhard's 23 assists break coach Jason Kidd's rookie Mavs record in blowout of Bulls in finale

Ryan Nembhard broke Dallas coach Jason Kidd’s club rookie record with 23 assists after No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg’s debut season ended with an ankle injury, and the...

Mavericks must stay far away from re-signing a free agent everyone thought was safe

The Dallas Mavericks need to move on from Khris Middleton due to a roster crunch and declining production as priorities shift.

The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly that Was the 2025-2026 Dallas Mavericks

The 2025–26 Mavericks season didn’t just fall short of expectations. It unraveled almost immediately, forcing everyone involved to confront how fragile the foundation really was. This was a team...

Former Mavericks draft pick is about to be kicked to the curb by his new team

Former Dallas Mavericks guard Jaden Hardy is struggling to find his footing in a new situation with the Washington Wizards, despite closing the season strong, and could be on his way out this summer.

Monday, April 13, 2026
Who is Zee Spearman, the Dallas Wings’ third-round draft pick in 2026?

Azzi Fudd wasn’t the only addition to the Dallas Wings’ roster on draft night on Monday. Dallas selected Zee Spearman out of Tennessee with the 31st overall pick of the 2026 WNBA Draft. It was the...

Dallas Wings select Azzi Fudd with first overall pick of 2026 WNBA Draft

The Dallas Wings’ second straight No. 1 overall draft pick is in. With the first pick of Monday’s 2026 WNBA Draft, the Wings selected UConn shooting guard Azzi Fudd, who will be reunited in Dallas...

Mavericks' brutal tanking mistake just cost them more than anyone realizes

The Dallas Mavericks' refusal to tank cost them an injury to P.J. Washington, as his elbow injury is set to keep him out for the next six weeks.

Jason Kidd's bold message to Cooper Flagg reveals what Mavericks know is coming next

Dallas Mavericks coach Jason Kidd gave Cooper Flagg a simple message: rest and gear up for next season. The Mavs' coach highly believes the playoffs will be in the team's foreseeable future.

Mavericks' next can't-miss roster move is clear after thrilling late-season surge

Dallas Mavericks two-way contract signee John Poulakidas needs to be converted to a standard deal at some point, as he's proving to be a rotational player.

Mavericks Notes: Thompson, Flagg, Nembhard, Offseason

The Mavericks wrapped up their second straight non-playoff season Sunday night, and Klay Thompson‘s time with the organization may be nearing an end, Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News writes...

Mavericks can't bring Klay Thompson back under any circumstances

The Mavericks can’t bring Klay Thompson back under any circumstances after a declining season, contract issues, and poor roster fit in Dallas.

Mavericks fall into tie for 7th best NBA Draft Lottery odds on season’s last day

Mercifully for your Dallas Mavericks, the 82-game grind that is the NBA regular season has come and gone. Just about the only two bits of drama over the last two months of this disaster was...

Mavericks just blew their only chance to tank correctly

The Dallas Mavericks started tanking too late and didn't do it correctly. This cost them valuable positioning in the lottery standings.

Lacking direction, this Mavericks season ends as a massive organizational failure

The Dallas Mavericks had a miserable season by basically every metric. Right from the beginning, as the Mavs endured Anthony Davis injuries, point Cooper Flagg and countless clutch losses, you...

Sunday, April 12, 2026
Player Grades: Recapping the Mavericks vs. the Bulls

Game 82 is in the books for the Dallas Mavericks, as they took on the Chicago Bulls Sunday night in what resulted in a 149-128 win. The Mavericks finish the season with a 26-56 record, good for...

Stats Recap: 4 numbers as from the Mavericks season ending beatdown of the Bulls

The Dallas Mavericks end their season strong, cruising to a 149-128 win over the Bulls behind one of their most complete offensive performances of the season. Dallas shot a blistering 52.0% from...

Mavericks suffer Cooper Flagg nightmare that should've been avoided

Cooper Flagg's recent injury may have spoiled an epic rookie campaign.

6 Mavericks who likely won't survive final offseason before Cooper Flagg's takeover

The Dallas Mavericks may elect to move on from players such as Klay Thompson, P.J. Washington, and Daniel Gafford this summer as the Cooper Flagg era begins next season.

Mavericks continue to lose Tim Hardaway Jr. trade as it spirals into a disaster

The Dallas Mavericks' decision to trade Tim Hardaway Jr. in 2024 has spiraled into a disaster in multiple ways.

Patrick Dumont Discusses State Of Mavericks

Patrick Dumont has experienced the extreme highs and lows of NBA ownership in his 27 months as governor of the Mavericks, from a trip to the NBA Finals to the drama surrounding former...

The Mavericks are stuck in embarrassing company for a reason that makes no sense

The Dallas Mavericks’ identity crisis, poor roster decisions, and lack of a facilitator leave them with unstable lineups and a lack of direction.

Mavs on KFAA: Dallas to wrap up its season at home against Chicago Bulls

The Mavs' final game of the season kicks off at 7:30 p.m. on KFAA.

Mavericks' GM search includes a controversial candidate no one is talking about

The Dallas Mavericks are trying to find their next general manager, and it was reported that Jason Kidd is interested in the position.

Ten Postseason Seeds Up For Grabs On Final Day Of Regular Season

While we’ve known which 20 NBA teams will be competing in the 2025/26 postseason for some time, 10 seeds are still in flux entering April 12, the final day of the 2025/26 regular season. Most...

Cooper Flagg is on the wrong side of an inexcusable Rookie of the Year bias

There has been a new prevailing sentiment that Kon Knueppel has taken the lead to win Rookie of the Year over Cooper Flagg. But this outlook grossly overlooks Flagg's contributions this season and...

Mavericks' dream Cooper Flagg co-star target is just crazy enough to work

The Dallas Mavericks have the defensive players to mask Darius Acuff Jr.'s concerning defensive problems.

Mavericks are learning the hard way just how costly tanking can be

With lottery odds on the line, the Dallas Mavericks are learning exactly why they should've started tanking far earlier.

Saturday, April 11, 2026
Mavericks' free agency gamble looks genius now as polarizing former guard hits bottom

With Spencer Dinwiddie unable to find a new NBA home after joining a EuroLeague squad, the Dallas Mavericks' bet to let him walk is fully cashing in.

Mavericks need Kyrie Irving to do something he's never done in Dallas

Kyrie Irving needs to take on a larger playmaking role next season as the Dallas Mavericks’ new roster shifts offensive responsibilities.

Mavericks must avoid this costly free agency trap they're already eyeing

With Khris Middleton's fluctuating play in a Dallas Mavericks uniform, the Mavericks shouldn't pay more than a veteran's minimum for him this summer in free agency.

Anthony Davis admits Mavericks made a Luka Doncic mistake he still doesn't understand

Anthony Davis went on Draymond Green's podcast to explain that he's still confused about why the Dallas Mavericks would trade Luka Doncic when he was entering his prime. The reasoning still...

Mavericks continue to lose Quentin Grimes trade as once-hyped wing's absence grows

The Dallas Mavericks' Caleb Martin for Quentin Grimes trade with the Philadelphia 76ers looks like a disaster, as Martin is dealing with another serious injury again, while Grimes is playing great.

Friday, April 10, 2026
Mavericks accidentally fixed a decade-long problem in a chaos-filled season

The Dallas Mavericks’ 2025–26 season reveals a shift toward elite transition offense despite struggles, signaling a new team identity and pace change after playing way too slow for years.

Wembanyama drops 40 as Spurs beat Mavericks, reach award eligibility

Victor Wembanyama had 40 points and 13 rebounds in his 65th game to become eligible for NBA awards, and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Dallas Mavericks 139-120 on Friday night. De’Aaron Fox had 18...

Cooper Flagg is already chasing a legendary Luka Doncic feat no one expected

Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg may just be able to snag All-NBA team honors in his second season, just like former Mavericks guard Luka Doncic accomplished.

Mavericks must pull the plug on fan-favorites as tanking pressure explodes

The Dallas Mavericks need to lose their last two games of the season, and shutting down Naji Marshall, P.J. Washington, and Daniel Gafford will give them a good chance of doing this.

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