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Thursday, July 16, 2026
Meet Kaodirichi Akobundu-Ehiogu, Mavs' athletic freak with 7-4 wingspan and 48-inch vertical

There isn't another player in basketball quite like this.

Mavericks coach can no longer ignore his other first-rounder after another impressive summer league showing

Mavericks rookie Sergio De Larrea dominates NBA Summer League with record playmaking, forcing head coach Dusty May to rethink his rotation plans.

Stats Rundown: 4 numbers to know from the Mavericks’ 97-87 win over the Thunder

The Dallas Mavericks had an early game Thursday, taking on the Oklahoma City Thunder in Summer League play at UNLV’s Thomas & Mack Arena. Dallas grabbed their second win of the summer, 97-87 after...

Mavericks vs. Thunder Summer League Recap: Sergio de Larrea wows in Dallas’ 97-87 win over Oklahoma City

The Dallas Mavericks (2-2) controlled Thursday afternoon’ Summer League game agains the Oklahoma City Thunder (0-4) at UNLV’s Thomas & Mack Arena, 97-77, and this one had something for every...

Mavericks’ latest benching raises troubling Tyler Smith question

The Dallas Mavericks benched Tyler Smith in their last Summer League game against the Memphis Grizzlies, and this raises a question of whether Tyler Smith is still in the team's long-term plans.

Mavericks vs Thunder Game Preview and Injury Update

The Dallas Mavericks play on Thursday afternoon at 3pm on Amazon Prime against the Summer Oklahoma City Thunder. Honestly, I forgot about this game, regular work day and all for me, and I suspect...

Mavericks Reacts Survey: Summer League Reactions

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Mavs fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the...

Mavericks’ new hidden gem will be even better once he unleashes his secret weapon

Vsevolod Ishchenko is going to be even better for the Dallas Mavericks once he starts shooting 3-pointers. He was a proven shooter while playing for Lokomotiv Kuban in Russia, but he hasn't shot...

Lakers linked to 2-time All-Defensive forward to help Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves

The Los Angeles Lakers could get some help for Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.

Heat reportedly eyeing Klay Thompson if Mavericks make one big move

Marc Stein explained why the Miami Heat remain a potential landing spot for Klay Thompson if a buyout scenario unfolds.

Big picture takeaways from the Dallas Mavericks first week at Summer League

The Dallas Mavericks, or at least the summer version of themselves, knocked off Cam Boozer and the Memphis Grizzlies on Monday night to win their first game of the Las Vegas Summer League. As the...

Mavericks trading Klay Thompson would make last season's Achilles heel even worse

Klay Thompson has been included in trade rumors lately. Yet, trading him would be a bad idea, as the Dallas Mavericks were a bad 3-point shooting team last season.

Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Southwest Notes: De Larrea, Flagg, Thornton, Reed

Sergio De Larrea has had an up-and-down start to Summer League with the Mavericks.  He came out of the gates slowly on offense, scoring 14 points on 18 shots over his first two games while going...

Wings vs Liberty Preview: Dallas hosts New York for third time this season

The Dallas Wings (16-8) return to the College Park Center to host the New York Liberty (13-11) on Thursday night. Dallas earned its fifth straight victory with a 96-91 win over the Chicago Sky on...

Cooper Flagg's future prediction proves the Mavericks are in more than good hands

Cooper Flagg was ranked No. 6 by Bleacher Report as one of the best players in 2030, which only goes to show that the Mavericks are championship-bound soon.

Klay Thompson rumor gifts Mavs an improbable but viable path to Peyton Watson

Trading Klay Thompson has become a priority. The Dallas Mavericks shouldn't rule the improbable out as an option.

Ex-Warrior Klay Thompson gets trade update for Mavericks, and it makes sense
Klay Thompson's $17.5 million future with Mavericks hangs in the balance – here's why

The Mavericks are exploring trade options for Klay Thompson rather than a buyout as he enters the final year of his $50 million contract.

Mavericks' best and worst offseason moves so far include their new Euro talents

It's been a busy offseason for the Dallas Mavericks, but which moves stand out among the Mavericks' fascinating transactions?

Cooper Flagg could be NBA’s best player by 2030

Dallas Mavericks star forward Cooper Flagg is on a trajectory to be one of the top players in the league when he reaches his prime. Flagg has not even turned 20 yet, but he is showing signs that...

Heat predicted to trade former first-rounder for Mavericks' generational $50M 4-time NBA champion

The Miami Heat are obviously in the sweepstakes for LeBron James. In this potential deal they trade for a veteran with four NBA championships as well.

Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Ex-Warriors star Klay Thompson linked to reunion with Golden State

An NBA insider believes that the Golden State Warriors could bring back a franchise legend this summer.

Mavericks get a painful reminder of one of Nico Harrison's mistakes at Summer League

Olivier-Maxence Prosper's big game for the Memphis Grizzlies against the Dallas Mavericks gives Dallas a painful reminder of why they shouldn't have cut him.

Mavericks can't afford to make this Klay Thompson mistake as trade rumors swirl

The Dallas Mavericks can't afford to buy out Klay Thompson, as patience could help them find a trade partner and maximize his value.

Mavericks-Lakers draft-night trade already looks like a steal for Dallas

The Los Angeles Lakers traded Vsevolod Ishchenko's draft rights to the Dallas Mavericks on draft night, and this trade already looks like a major steal for the Mavericks due to Ishchenko's...

Morez Johnson Jr.'s biggest Summer League flaw shouldn't concern the Mavericks

Morez Johnson Jr.'s fouls at NBA Summer League shouldn't concern the Dallas Mavericks at all.

Walker Kessler sends clear message to Lakers after sign-and-trade, Luka Doncic recruitment

The Los Angeles Lakers' new center didn't mince his words on joining the franchise.

Why Klay Thompson could be heading to Miami with LeBron James in the mix

The Miami Heat target Klay Thompson and LeBron James to upgrade their roster for a championship run next to Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo.

Stein’s Latest: Bucks, Watson, Trent, Jordan, Mavs

We can add the Bucks to the list of the teams eyeing Peyton Watson, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line, who reports in his latest Substack article that Milwaukee has joined the Clippers and...

Mavs already look smart for trading for Sergio De Larrea from Knicks during NBA Draft

De Larrea looks like a talented point guard.

Sergio De Larrea's instant rise is now impossible for Mavericks' Dusty May to ignore

The Dallas Mavericks' first-round pick, Sergio De Larrea, is becoming a cheat code, and head coach Dusty May can't ignore it.

Monday, July 13, 2026
Heat Have ‘Strong Interest’ In Mavericks’ Klay Thompson

The Heat have “strong interest” in Mavericks guard/forward Klay Thompson, Barry Jackson and Anthony Chiang of The Miami Herald report. According to Jackson and Chiang, Miami is interesting in...

Stats Rundown: 3 numbers to know from the Mavericks’ 96-88 Summer League win over the Grizzlies

The Summer Mavericks (1-2) got knocked around by Cam Boozer and the Summer Grizzlies (1-1) early on, but turned it around for a 96-88 win in their third NBA Summer League game on Monday at UNLV’s...

One thought after the Dallas Mavericks handle the Memphis Grizzlies, 96-88

The Dallas Mavericks won their first NBA Summer League game on Monday night, defeating the Memphis Grizzlies, 96-88. Sergio De Larrea led a very balanced effort from Dallas with 16 points and 12...

Mavericks vs Grizzlies Game Preview and Injury Update

The Dallas Mavericks play their third NBA Summer League game tonight against the Memphis Grizzlies. It’ll be broadcast on ESPN and is likely the last meaningful game for most of the Dallas roster....

Mavericks' Morez Johnson Jr. pick suddenly looks riskier

The Dallas Mavericks' decision to draft Morez Johnson Jr. suddenly looks riskier due to Brayden Burries' breakout for the Milwaukee Bucks.

Mavericks’ best way to keep key free agent is abundantly clear

The Dallas Mavericks' best path to keeping Moussa Cisse is clear, and it means parting ways with Tyler Smith.

Cavs' Kyrie Irving trade idea makes absolutely no sense

Cleveland is still in pursuit of LeBron James in free agency.

Masai Ujiri's vision will help the Mavericks avoid a major mistake

Masai Ujiri isn't going to make a move just for the sake of making a move. His patience will help the Dallas Mavericks build the right way around Cooper Flagg.

Masai Ujiri's history makes one potential Mavericks trade stand out

Given Masai Ujiri's favoritism toward wings and forwards, it's more likely the Dallas Mavericks would trade a center like Daniel Gafford compared to other players.

Former NFL star hints at shocking Kyrie Irving exit from Mavericks for LeBron James reunion

Chad Johnson sparked fresh speculation by suggesting Kyrie Irving could reunite with LeBron James on the Miami Heat.

Masai Ujiri reportedly has something 'up his sleeve' for the Mavericks this offseason

Chris Haynes hints Dallas isn't finished reshaping its roster as Masai Ujiri is still exploring opportunities to improve the roster.

Cooper Flagg should lean into his ability to score in the paint

After a fantastic rookie season, the natural next question regarding Cooper Flagg is, just how good can he be? Specifically, can he become good enough to be the best player on a championship team?...

Sunday, July 12, 2026
Lakers officially sign $185M fan favorite, Luka Doncic's partner in crime for third straight season

The Los Angeles Lakers made one of their offseason signings official on Sunday. Luka Doncic's future with another LA superstar is a done deal.

Wings vs Sky Recap: Dallas does it again with comeback win against Chicago

Dallas completed its third comeback win against the Chicago Sky this season in a 96-91 win on Sunday at the American Airlines Center. Dallas entered the fourth quarter with a 73-66 deficit....

Frank Vogel Agrees To Join Warriors’ Staff

Longtime NBA coach Frank Vogel has agreed to become the associate head coach of the Warriors, ESPN’s Shams Charania tweets. Marc Stein reported earlier (Twitter link) that Vogel was poised to join...

Sergio De Larrea already looks like the solution to the Mavericks' glaring hole

The Dallas Mavericks have needed a good backup point guard for some time now, and Sergio De Larrea is proving that he can be that and more.

A first look at Mavericks’ rookie Morez Johnson Jr. and other highlights from NBA Summer League

LAS VEGAS, NV — Morez was on everyone’s mind who made the trek from the DFW area to the desert for the first weekend of NBA Summer League play. It was our first chance to see Morez Johnson Jr.,...

Mavericks' retooled depth chart finally gives Cooper Flagg what he needs most

Ahead of the 2026-27 season, the Dallas Mavericks have finally added the 3-point shooting that Cooper Flagg needs around him.

Saturday, July 11, 2026
Player Grades – Recapping the Mavericks vs. the Lakers: Summer League Edition

The Dallas Mavericks took the Summer League floor Saturday night for the second time, facing off against the Los Angeles Lakers. After losing 101-91to the Warriors this past Thursday, Dallas had a...

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