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Thursday, October 22, 2026
Marcus Sasser is already emerging as a much-needed weapon for the Mavericks

Marcus Sasser made an immediate impact in the Dallas Mavericks' season opener, showing why his shooting and ball handling will be vital for Dallas.

Injury Notes: Dybantsa, Mavericks, Pacers, Magic

AJ Dybantsa’s regular season debut with the Wizards won’t occur on Friday vs. Toronto, tweets Josh Robbins of The Athletic. The No. 1 overall pick in this year’s draft has been ruled out for the...

Mavericks' starting lineup shakeup was the right move all along

Dusty May decided to shake up the Dallas Mavericks' starting lineup by starting Max Christie over Zaccharie Risacher. While Dallas didn't play well on opening night, this decision was the right...

Marcus Sasser’s big game off the bench begs the question: Have the Mavericks found a backup guard?

The Dallas Mavericks got blown out 128-110 against the Houston Rockets on Wednesday night in their season opener. The game was actually quite competitive for three of the four quarters, but an...

Cooper Flagg's biggest step toward superstardom starts at the free-throw line

Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg shot 13 free throws against the Houston Rockets on opening night, and his increased volume will help him become a superstar. His body control and strength...

Luka Doncic, Lakers open with dominant win vs. Stephen Curry, Warriors

Luka Doncic scored 28 points and Walker Kessler added 26 on 12-of-12 shooting in his Los Angeles debut as the Lakers routed the visiting Golden State

Rockets' dominant second quarter sinks Mavs in season opener

Kevin Durant scored 30 points, Alperen Sengun and Jabari Smith Jr. combined for 53, and the Houston Rockets rolled to a 128-110 victory over the visit

Dallas Mavs Head Coach Dusty May breaks down Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving’s season-opening performances

The Dallas Mavericks’ 2026-27 season got off to a rocky start on Wednesday night, as they got blown out by Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets, 128-110. After only trailing 32-26 when the first...

Mavericks' opening-night loss exposed their biggest roster-building flaw

The Dallas Mavericks' 128-110 loss to the Houston Rockets exposed their need for playmaking, as they didn't add enough backcourt depth in the offseason.

Warriors' Yaxel Lendeborg reveals why he got a technical during exchange with Lakers' Luka Doncic

Golden State Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg is already showing his competitive spirit by getting a technical. After the game, he didn't hold back on what went on.

Mavericks sign former first-rounder, ex-Grizzlies and Jazz combo-guard after waiving Dwight Powell

The Dallas Mavericks made a signing on Wednesday to get a potential NBA ready guard on their roster. It is unknown what their plans is with the former NCAA Champion, but they are hoping it is a...

Walter Clayton Jr. player profile: Championship DNA, shot making and a swing worth taking

The Dallas Mavericks made one final roster addition ahead of Wednesday’s season-opening 128-110 loss at the Houston Rockets, signing former Iona and Florida guard Walter Clayton Jr. to a two-way...

Lakers' Luka Doncic makes strong promise to LA fans before season opener vs. Warriors

Minutes before the Los Angeles Lakers and Luka Doncic took the court, he sent a message to the fans. In the message, Doncic gave the fans a guarantee.

Why Warriors-Lakers was the quiet end of an incredible NBA era

For more than a decade, LeBron James shaped a massive rivalry with Stephen Curry and the Warriors. Now he's gone. Left in his wake are two teams, each in dramatic transformation.

Mavericks vs. Rockets Quoteboard: “They outworked us, to be honest. They did a better job.”

It was a pitiful second-quarter performance that did the Dallas Mavericks (0-1) in on Wednesday in the team’s season opening 128-110 loss at the Houston Rockets (1-0). That much is clear....

Durant and Smith each score 30 points to power the Rockets past the Mavericks 128-110 in the opener

Kevin Durant and Jabari Smith Jr. scored 30 points apiece and the Houston Rockets used a big second quarter to build a huge lead and coast to a 128-110 win over...

‘Lost all respect’: Yaxel Lendeborg slams Luka Doncic after contentious NBA debut

The two trash-talked with each other all night.

Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg says he 'lost all respect' for Luka Dončić in NBA debut: 'I told him he sucks'

Lendeborg was quickly fed up with the 'whining and complaining' from the Lakers' perennial MVP candidate

Mavericks’ longtime 3-point shooting problem is already haunting them again

The Dallas Mavericks struggled mightily from downtown in their opening game versus the Houston Rockets, and they can only hope they improve from last year.

Kyrie explains offer to pay Al-Shaair's fine: 'You have to stand up'

Azeez Al-Shaair was fined after he wore the name Hind Rajab on his eye black during the Texans' season opener.

Luka: Lakers' 'ceiling is even higher,' pairs with Kessler for blowout

For the Lakers, who have installed Luka Doncic as the heir to LeBron James and rebuilt their roster around him, the early results in a 127-105 win over the Warriors were a promising sign of things...

Warriors rookie Lendeborg says he 'lost all respect' for Luka after testy matchup

Yaxel Lendeborg said it was an "interesting first game for me" after defending the Lakers superstar in his professional debut.

Kyrie hounded by Rockets in return, held in check in Mavs' blowout loss

With the Rockets focused on trapping him, Kyrie Irving was held to 15 points in his first regular-season game since March 2025 and the Mavs fell 128-110.

Dallas Mavs travel to Indiana for a non-conference matchup Friday night

Dallas Mavericks (0-1, ninth in the Western Conference) vs. Indiana Pacers (1-0, seventh in the Eastern Conference), Indianapolis; Friday, 6 p.m. CST BOTTOM LINE: Indiana and Dallas meet in...

Luka Doncic throws shade at Yaxel Lendeborg after their scuffle in the season opener

Luka Doncic and Yaxel Lendeborg got into it during their season opener between the Lakers and the Warriors.

Durant, Smith each score 30 to power the Rockets past the Mavericks in opener

Kevin Durant and Jabari Smith Jr. scored 30 points apiece, and the Houston Rockets used a big second quarter to build a huge lead and coast to a 128-110 win over the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday...

Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Player Grades: Recapping the Mavericks’ 128-110 opening night loss at the Rockets

The Dallas Mavericks (0-1) opened the 2026-27 season against the in-state rival Houston Rockets (1-0) on Wednesday night, falling 128-110 at the Toyota Center after one of the worst second...

Rockets predicted to trade for Mavericks' $118M veteran NBA champion to reunite with Kevin Durant

The Houston Rockets might just make a power move to give themselves a shot at an NBA championship. In this proposed deal, they get one of the best to ever do it.

Rockets' Eason ejected after shoving Mavs' Washington in back

Rockets reserve forward Tari Eason was ejected in the first quarter Wednesday night after shoving Mavericks forward P.J. Washington in the back.

Stats Rundown: 3 numbers to know from the Mavericks’ season-opening 128-110 loss at the Rockets

The Dallas Mavericks (0-1) dropped their season opener to the Houston Rockets (1-0) on Wednesday, losing 128-110 in Houston. Cooper Flagg led all scorers with 32 points, while Kevin Durant and...

Mavericks vs. Rockets Recap: Dallas gets pummeled at Houston in season opener, 128-110

The Dallas Mavericks (0-1) opened the regular season on Wednesday with a 128-110 loss to the Houston Rockets (1-0), and for about 12 minutes, it looked like we might get a competitive basketball...

Mavericks' once-hyped Zaccharie Risacher project already looks way behind

After just one game against the Houston Rockets, it's clear that it's going to take Zaccharie Risacher some time to develop for the Dallas Mavericks. Despite playing hard and crashing the glass,...

Warriors rookie ‘lost all respect' for Luka Dončić in fiery NBA debut vs. Lakers

Yaxel Lendeborg isn’t someone who grew up watching NBA games from start to finish across the league. He’s part of a new generation – the highlight generation.  Among the many players Lendeborg...

Fischer’s Latest: Knecht, Kings, Pedulla, Raptors, KPJ, More

After clearing waivers on Wednesday, former Lakers wing Dalton Knecht is drawing interest from a handful of teams as a potential two-way target, Jake Fischer said during his latest live stream for...

Dallas Mavericks honor Kyrie Irving's recovery effort

As the All-Star begins his long-awaited return to regular season action, the Mavericks show new video detailing his protracted effort to get back on the court.

Mavericks vs Rockets Preview and Injury Update: Game 1, Let’s do this

The Dallas Mavericks start the 2026-27 season by visiting the Houston Rockets. After playing twice in the preseason in Macau, these two face off twice in the first 10 days of the season....

ESPN insider blasts Lakers' Luka Doncic over one major flaw he must fix this season in LA

The Los Angeles Lakers are entering year three with Luka Doncic. However, being the leader of the organization now, he is going to have to fix one fatal flaw.

Sources: Mavs agree to deal with former first-round pick Clayton

The Mavericks agree to a two-way NBA deal with former first-round pick Walter Clayton Jr., sources told ESPN.

Walter Clayton Jr. signing just made the Mavericks' young core even more dangerous

The Dallas Mavericks had plenty of promising young players before signing Walter Clayton Jr., but his addition to this group gives the team the shooting and passing it needed.

Mavericks sign Walter Clayton Jr. to two-way contract

The Dallas Mavericks signed Walter Clayton Jr. to a two-way contract on Wednesday, adding the No. 18 pick of the 2025 NBA Draft to the team’s final roster. Clayton joins the Mavericks after a...

Clayton Agrees To Two-Way Deal With Mavs

Walter Clayton has agreed to a two-way contract with the Mavericks, ESPN’s Shams Charania tweets. The mutual interest between Clayton and the Mavs was reported by Marc Stein on Tuesday. Clayton...

Walter Clayton Jr. should be the first step in fixing the Mavericks' backcourt

The Dallas Mavericks' backcourt needs some help due to their lack of shot creation and 3-point shooting, and signing Walter Clayton Jr. would be an excellent start.

Walter Clayton Jr. won't fix the Mavericks' thin backcourt on his own

Walter Clayton Jr. will give the Dallas Mavericks more guard depth if they sign him, but they can't expect him to give them enough production to fix their problems in the backcourt on his own.

Luka Doncic reveals where he wants to finish his NBA career

Luka Doncic's response did come with a catch.

Mavericks need to find a way out of their failed Caleb Martin project

The Dallas Mavericks need to move on from Caleb Martin, as his injury history, on-court fit, and fit within Dallas' new timeline are concerns entering the 2026-27 season.

Southwest Notes: Wemby, Stewart, Rockets, Mavs, Pelicans

Widely considered the favorite to win both the Most Valuable Player and Defensive Player of the Year awards in 2026/27, Spurs big man Victor Wembanyama got off to a slow start on Tuesday, shooting...

Draymond Green boldly predicts Luka Doncic's future with the NBA MVP award

Despite playing at an elite level, Luka Doncic has not won an MVP award in his career, and he may never do so.

Mavericks made the right gamble by not extending Dereck Lively II

Dereck Lively II should undoubtedly be a part of the Dallas Mavericks' young core, but extending him at this time would've been too risky.

Join us for the 2026-27 Mavs season on the SB Nation app

Almost two months ago, we announced the release of our new app, which you can find here or by searching SB Nation in your neighborhood app store. The app is available in North America, and we’re...

The Spanish national team coach is pleased with De Larrea’s preseason: “Sergio is playing exceptionally well”

“Sergio is playing exceptionally well, especially in passing and creating plays,” Spanish National Team coach, Chus Mateo, told NBA reporter and friend of the site, Toni Canyameras. The Spanish...

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