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Sunday, August 30, 2026
Heat Notes: Larsson, Jovic, Simmons, Kyrie, Two-Ways

In front of a record crowd in Stockholm on Sunday, Heat guard/forward Pelle Larsson nearly led Sweden to an upset over France in a qualifying game for the 2027 World Cup, according to FIBA. The...

Heat get brutal trade update for Mavericks' Kyrie Irving after signing NBA champion Klay Thompson

The Miami Heat have been very active this summer. The team might be even more active before the trade deadline, however, potentially getting Kyrie Irving may already have the answer.

3 Mavericks to watch this season as trade bait before the 2027 deadline

Three Dallas Mavericks players will be very active during the season, but there's also a chance they could become trade bait, too.

Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving dazzles in latest open-run footage

With the start of the 2026-27 NBA season less than two months away, Dallas Mavericks fans have many reasons to be excited. The continued development and ascension of 19-year-old Cooper Flagg is...

Saturday, August 29, 2026
Wings vs. Sun Preview: Dallas looks to push win streak to four-straight as Connecticut comes to town

The Dallas Wings (23-16) host the Connecticut Sun (10-29) Sunday evening at College Park Center. The matchup follows the Wings’ 96-78 win against the Portland Fire that punched their ticket to the...

Jason Kidd Open To Future Coaching Opportunities

The Mavericks and former head coach Jason Kidd mutually agreed to part ways in May, but the 53-year-old remains interested in continuing his coaching career, writes Grant Afseth of Dallas Sports...

Six 2026 NBA Draft Picks Remain Unsigned

Through the end of July, 11 players selected in the second round of June’s draft were still in limbo, but we’ve some movement on that front in August. The first domino to fall was Dillon Mitchell,...

Mavericks fans must look deeper to fully understand Morez Johnson Jr.'s impact

Dallas Mavericks fans need to be patient with Morez Johnson Jr. during his rookie season, as his impact goes way beyond the stat sheet.

Lakers predicted to trade Dalton Knecht for $107M NBA champion to pair with Luka Doncic

The Los Angeles Lakers still have some spaces to fill. In this deal, they let go of Dalton Knecht for a former Laker champion to reunite with.

Mavericks' death lineup from last year may never even see the floor next season

P.J. Washington is a menace against thinner or shorter bigs when playing as a small-ball five, but the Dallas Mavericks' surplus of bigs may prevent this possibility.

He’s here to stay: 3 reasons why the Mavericks won’t trade Kyrie Irving

We’re under two months away from opening night, and there’s plenty of chatter surrounding the new-look Dallas Mavericks. From draft night in June to trade splashes in July to personnel moves in...

Bleacher Report's harsh Mavericks future ranking is far from the truth

Bleacher Report ranked the Dallas Mavericks as the No. 23 team over the next few years, overlooking their potential and improvements from this offseason.

Friday, August 28, 2026
Mavericks escaped Anthony Davis concern, though Kyrie Irving could keep it alive

The Dallas Mavericks don't have to worry about being stuck in an Anthony Davis dilemma anymore, but Kyrie Irving still exists.

Santi Aldama gives Mavericks something no other big on the roster can

Santi Aldama gives the Dallas Mavericks a dimension their other bigs can't: a 7-footer who can shoot, create, attack, and score at all three levels.

Replacing Klay Thompson’s shooting volume

When the Dallas Mavericks opted to buy out Klay Thompson this week, they opted opt out of nearly a quarter of the team’s three point shooting attempts from the 2025-26 season. Thompson hit 202 and...

Michael Porter Jr. Says Kyrie Irving Was Sharp In Workout

Appearing on the “Curious Mike” podcast (YouTube link), Michael Porter Jr. talked about being impressed by Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving during a recent workout, per Grant Afseth of Dallas Sports...

Mavericks must be patient with Tobi Lawal to unlock his potential

The Dallas Mavericks must be patient with rookie forward Tobi Lawal in order to unlock his full potential. His game is still raw.

The Mavericks made a P.J. Washington mistake they will deeply regret next season

The Dallas Mavericks may end up regretting not making another trade to balance the roster, especially with their obvious logjam at power forward.

1-of-1 autographed Cooper Flagg card heading to auction despite lucrative reward offered by Mavs

Flagg's debut patch card received the highest quality grade available, a Gem Mint 10 from PSA.

Ex-Warriors 4-time champion Klay Thompson details why he picked the Miami Heat over Lakers

The Miami Heat won the sweepstakes for Klay Thompson. The four-time NBA champion just gave a little more insight into why he picked the Heat after clearing waivers.

Luka Doncic's Lakers forecasted to be NBA's biggest letdown for the 2026-27 season

Coach JJ Redick and the Lakers led by Luka Doncic are expected to be the NBA's biggest letdowns for the 2026-27 season, according to ESPN projections.

Mavericks' front office overhaul leaves important holdover from Nico Harrison era

The Dallas Mavericks have overhauled their front office, but Michael Finley remains the lone holdover from Nico Harrison's regime.

The Euro Mavs part I: Are they really that different? How tradition and culture affect talent

The Dallas Mavericks have five Europeans on their roster at this point (including two-way player, British Tobi Lawal), two of which are completely new to the US and the NBA.  But why do we keep...

Lakers predicted to sign $83M veteran lob threat with Finals experience to pair with Luka Doncic

The Los Angeles Lakers are in dire need of another big man or power forward. In this potential deal, the Lakers get a deal done with Luka Doncic's former Dallas Mavericks teammate.

Tarik Biberovic faces a glaring question entering his Mavericks rookie year

Tarik Biberovic faces the glaring question of whether he can continue the shooting success he had in Europe during his rookie season for the Dallas Mavericks.

Thursday, August 27, 2026
Trading Kyrie Irving now would be an absolute disaster for the Mavericks

While rival teams have reported trade interest in Kyrie Irving, the Dallas Mavericks would be foolish to deal him right now.

Lakers predicted to trade Dalton Knecht for $69M veteran gamble, ex-Luka Doncic teammate

The Los Angeles Lakers have to make a critical move if they want to have a solid starting option at power forward. In this potential deal, they shop Dalton Knecht and Jarred Vanderbilt for one of...

Lakers legend, reveals why ex-Warriors champion Klay Thompson chose Heat over Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers missed out on Klay Thompson before they missed out on Jonathan Kuminga. A Lakers legend gave insight into why Thompson chose Miami over LA.

Draymond Green's take on Klay Thompson's Mavericks buyout shows the Mavs are A-OK

Draymond Green defended his old teammate, Klay Thompson, and subtly assured the Dallas Mavericks made the right move by getting rid of him.

Draymond Green accuses media of setting Klay Thompson up 'for failure' after Heat move

Draymond Green warns media and fans against setting high expectations for Klay Thompson in Miami, comparing his new role to Ray Allen’s late-career Heat run.

Phil Handy's departure adds another wrinkle to Kyrie Irving's Mavericks future

Kyrie Irving's future with the Dallas Mavericks grows more uncertain as Phil Handy joins the Philadelphia 76ers, adding to Dallas' sweeping organizational changes.

1 small-ball Mavericks lineup that the rest of the league should be terrified of

This underrated five-man combination gives the Dallas Mavericks fascinating upside against the rest of the league.

We now know why Klay Thompson didn't join Luka Doncic's Lakers

Mychal Thompson reveals why Klay Thompson turned down a trade-window push to join Luka Dončić's Lakers, choosing a buyout move to the Miami Heat instead.

Lakers predicted to trade Jarred Vanderbilt for $88M elite lob threat to pair with Luka Doncic

The Los Angeles Lakers missed out on Jonathan Kuminga. In this potential deal, they get a power forward with Finals experience as a Kuminga backup plan.

Roughly Three Dozen NBA Players Competing In World Cup Qualifiers

The fourth window of qualifying games for the 2027 FIBA World Cup is underway, and several NBA players are representing their national teams in those contests, which will take place from August...

Major Zaccharie Risacher question could determine his long-term Mavericks fate

The question of whether Zaccharie Risacher can improve as a shooter could determine if he becomes a key piece of the Dallas Mavericks' future core.

Klay Thompson buyout shouldn't be the Mavericks' last move of the offseason

The Dallas Mavericks bought out Klay Thompson last week, but that shouldn't be their last move of the summer. They should consider waiving John Poulakidas or Jett Howard to sign a point guard.

Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Klay Thompson sets high expectations for himself and the Heat ahead of the 2026-27 season

The Heat have made massive improvements to the team ahead of the 2026-27 season.

Kyrie Irving’s off nights hit Mavericks with a challenge they’re too familiar with

The Dallas Mavericks' guard depth behind Kyrie Irving is thin, as they didn't put enough depth behind him. This is a problem they'll be dealing with for the second season in a row.

Brandon Williams finally gets the opportunity he should've gotten all along

Former Dallas Mavericks point guard Brandon Williams finally got the opportunity he deserved, as he signed a one-year deal with the Golden State Warriors.

Lakers predicted to trade Jaden Hardy for $165M rim runner to pair with Luka Doncic in mega deal

The Los Angeles Lakers are still looking to add at a position. In this deal, they trade Jaden Hardy, Jake LaRavia, and Jarred Vanderbilt for a veteran big man in a three team deal.

Luka Doncic's Playboy model rumors explained after Lakers' Slovenia trip

A viral Luka Doncic rumor took off after the Lakers enjoyed a night out at a Slovenian nightclub.

Mavericks' Daniel Gafford trade decision won't be as easy as it seems

The Dallas Mavericks will need to make a decision about whether to trade or keep Daniel Gafford, but this isn't an easy decision. The Mavs quietly need the depth that Gafford provides behind...

‘My joints just feel good’: Klay Thompson’s first reaction to life with the Heat

Klay Thompson signed a lean two-year deal with the Miami Heat and says the climate already has his joints feeling good.

Now that the Wings have clinched, can they avoid becoming playoff dinner for the Lynx or Valkyries?

The Dallas Wings (23-16) clinched a WNBA playoff berth with Tuesday’s 96-78 win over the Portland Fire. It’s a remarkable turnaround after getting shoved into the locker for two seasons on their...

Heat's Klay Thompson takes major shot at Mavericks after unsuccessful tenure with franchise

Klay Thompson was finally able to get the Dallas Mavericks to agree to a buyout. He quickly signed with the Miami Heat and on Tuesday threw a little shade at the Mavericks.

It took an NBA champion to assure the Mavericks that they should keep Kyrie Irving

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving has another reason for fans and media to drop the trade narrative, and it's thanks to Michael Porter Jr.

Tuesday, August 25, 2026
How Pelle Larsson impressed Klay Thompson ahead of his decision to join the Miami Heat

Pelle Larsson is one of the most underrated players in Miami, and Klay Thompson already appreciates him.

Joining the Miami Heat is a 'match made in heaven' for Klay Thompson

Klay Thompson seems to have found the perfect fit for him in Miami.

Klay Thompson appreciates the comparisons to Ray Allen after joining the Miami Heat

Now that he is part of the Heat, Klay Thompson is already getting compared to Ray Allen.

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