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Friday, April 24, 2026
Mavericks continue to win Kyrie Irving trade as former wing suffers playoff collapse

The Dallas Mavericks obviously won the Kyrie Irving trade, as Dorian Finney-Smith, a player included in the deal, has been benched by the Houston Rockets in the NBA Playoffs.

Why isn't Luka Doncic playing? Explaining injury return timeline for Lakers star vs. Rockets

Here is the latest news on the Slovenian star and how close he is to returning for the playoffs.

Luka Doncic update triggers nightmare scenario Mavericks should fear most

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic was spotted on the practice court, and him leading them on a deep playoff run would be a major blow for the Dallas Mavericks since they missed the...

Mavericks' fan-favorite big man has a simple fix to end his injury spiral

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford needs to slim down if he wants to remain healthy next season.

When Luka Doncic could return from injury for Lakers vs. Rockets
Lakers predicted to go all-in for $200M All-Star shot blocker, perfect Luka Doncic lob threat

This would be a massive get for the future of the Lakers.

Why Luka Doncic isn't playing for Lakers tonight vs. Rockets with injury news

The Los Angeles Lakers' star point guard will be inactive for the franchise's upcoming playoff game against the Houston Rockets.

Austin Reaves, Luka Doncic headline Lakers injury report for Game 3 vs. Rockets

The Los Angeles Lakers may be without two of their star players in Game 3 of their first-round series against the Houston Rockets on Friday.

Mark Cuban delivers Cooper Flagg message Rookie of the Year voters can't ignore

Mark Cuban recently pined for Cooper Flagg to win Rookie of the Year, and Dallas Mavericks fans alike should undoubtedly be following this notion.

Mavericks’ draft picks are quietly losing value behind the scenes

NIL is reshaping the NBA Draft, flattening the talent pool and reducing late-pick value, with the Dallas Mavericks thriving via undrafted free agents.

Nikola Jokic was poked 13 times in 7 seconds. The NBA has a problem

Nikola Jokic, three-time NBA MVP and in the running for yet another one this year, is not one to shy away from physicality. At 6’11, 284 lbs, the Denver Nuggets big man is hard to contain under...

Mavericks can draft the controversial player other teams fear and mask his flaw

The Dallas Mavericks' team defense would help cover up Darius Acuff Jr.'s poor individual defense if they draft him this summer.

Thursday, April 23, 2026
Cooper Flagg's Rookie of the Year race could end in a bizarre way no one expects

With Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel fighting for position in the Rookie of the Year race, there's a real chance that it ends in a tie.

Mavericks' upcoming first-round pick is quietly becoming a serious problem

The Dallas Mavericks may be forced to trade up from one of their first-round picks this summer since so many players are electing to return to college rather than enter the draft.

Lakers predicted to trade for $90M All-Star rim protector as perfect Luka Doncic lob partner

This move for the Lakers would be huge for the development of Luka Doncic and future for LA.

Mavericks' Nico Harrison replacement delay threatens to derail a critical offseason

The Dallas Mavericks need to get ahead on the search for their next general manager to replace Nico Harrison, as the NBA Combine and draft lottery are fast approaching.

Lakers success without Luka Doncic is fueling a bigger debate

Of course, because it's not the NBA without a good debate.

Mavericks need to pull the plug on this failed prospect experiment

AJ Johnson has struggled to make an impact with the Dallas Mavericks, raising questions about his fit, role, and long-term future with the team.

Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Mavericks must make this Dereck Lively II move before his career implodes

Dereck Lively II’s impact is undeniable, but injury concerns should have the Dallas Mavericks prioritizing a reliable starting center.

Jason Kidd reveals Mavericks' most critical offseason fix they can't ignore

Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd knows that they need to add more shooting this offseason to get back on track.

Mavericks' Anthony Davis trade just hit an unexpected draft problem

The Dallas Mavericks' first-round pick in this summer's draft from the Anthony Davis trade is losing value fast with so many first-round talents electing to return to college.

Breece Hall takes indirect shot at Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves amid Lakers' success

New York Jets star running back Breece Hall appears to have taken an indirect shot at Lakers star guard Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves amid team playoff success.

Mavericks have a clear path to erase Cooper Flagg's biggest flaw

The Dallas Mavericks will soon find an answer for Cooper Flagg's poor 3-point shooting through the 2026 NBA Draft.

Lakers' $30M diamond in the rough expected to re-sign after committing to summer with Luka Doncic

The Lakers are excited to see this duo continue to develop chemistry.

Mavericks' perfect fix to their deepening shooting problem is hiding in plain sight

The Dallas Mavericks have a prime solution to fix their 3-point issues. It starts with Kyrie Irving coming back healthy and the Mavs retaining their top shooters, such as Klay Thompson and Khris...

Mavericks' Anthony Davis trade keeps aging perfectly without even playing

The Dallas Mavericks' decision to trade Anthony Davis to the Washington Wizards rather than the Atlanta Hawks is aging like fine wine due to Zaccharie Risacher's undeniable struggles.

Mavericks' GM search takes alarming wrong turn after latest report surfaces

The Dallas Mavericks' general manager search appears misguided as Patrick Dumont bypasses a search firm in a questionable front office approach.

Tuesday, April 21, 2026
"Smelling Like Doo-Doo": Victor Wembanyama, Luka Doncic get unsavory NBA MVP jabs from Jason Williams

Former champion Jason Williams had some charged NBA MVP takes that took jabs at Spurs' Victor Wembanyama and Luka Doncic.

Mavericks' once-hyped Cooper Flagg pairing raises serious concern

The Dallas Mavericks may need to reevaluate the Max Christie–Cooper Flagg pairing after a full season of poor net ratings and lineup concerns.

Lakers receive massive injury updates on Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves ahead of Game 2

ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania provided a massive update on Los Angeles Lakers guards Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves ahead of Game 2 against the Houston Rockets.

NBA guru drops the one move the Mavericks can't mess up for Cooper Flagg

If the Dallas Mavericks land the No. 1 overall pick for the second year in a row, Kyrsten Peck believes that they should draft AJ Dybantsa to pair with Cooper Flagg.

Mavericks may have cost Cooper Flagg Rookie of the Year with one decision

The Dallas Mavericks’ aggressive decision to use Cooper Flagg at point guard contributed to a drop in his Rookie of the Year odds as Kon Knueppel surged.

Mavericks' odds of landing Cooper Flagg's dream co-star just tanked

With the Dallas Mavericks having a tough time in the tiebreaker on Monday afternoon, the chances to pair Cooper Flagg with Keaton Wagler have burst into flames.

Mavericks are one outcome away from changing everything for the Cooper Flagg era

If the Dallas Mavericks landed a top pick again, they'd immediately be positioned as one of the elite teams in the league once again.

Dirk Nowitzki: FIBA Hall of Famer – Class of 2026

The Dallas Mavericks season came to an end in a resounding win over the Bulls last week, quieting things down in terms of team-related news for a few days. As he has always done, Dallas’ adopted...

Mavericks finally fire the Nico Harrison hire at the center of a major controversy

Dallas Mavericks shake up their health staff amid injuries and fallout from Luka Doncic trade by firing Johann Bilsborough, as Nico Harrison-era decisions face scrutiny.

Monday, April 20, 2026
Mavs mystery: Someone's testing public opinion on using tax dollars to pay for a new arena -- or maybe move it outside Dallas city limits. But who?

Survey company Clear Insights has been asking about an arena at Dallas City Hall, the former Valley View Mall site, the AAC, or even another site outside city limits

The Mavericks Flipped Another Coin

The Dallas Mavericks didn’t end up here by accident. This wasn’t just bad luck or one bad stretch. This was a season defined by hesitation. They didn’t fully commit to competing, but they also...

The NBA Playoffs just exposed the Mavericks' fatal flaw

The NBA Playoffs just exposed that the Dallas Mavericks have to add more shot creation and playmaking if they want to win.

The Mavericks' tank just backfired in the worst possible way

The Dallas Mavericks lost the tiebreaker to the New Orleans Pelicans ahead of the draft lottery, exposing the fact that the Mavericks didn't tank hard enough.

2026 NBA Draft Tiebreaker Results

Tiebreakers among teams with identical regular-season records were broken on Monday through random drawings to determine the order for this year’s draft prior to the lottery. The NBA has posted a...

Lakers receive huge Luka Doncic update ahead of Rockets rematch

LA took Game 1 and the Lakers are primed for more.

Thunder's playoff dominance may hand Mavericks the center they desperately need

The Oklahoma City Thunder look dangerous so far in the 2026 NBA Playoffs, and they could be forced to decline Isaiah Hartenstein's team option this summer. If they do, the Dallas Mavericks should...

Lakers predicted to trade for $81M defensive anchor, 2-time Finals champion to pair with Luka Doncic

The Lakers could swing a trade for a very familiar face and former fan favorite.

Thunder just exposed exactly why the Mavericks had to flat-out tank

The Oklahoma City Thunder's Game 1 win over the Phoenix Suns just proved why the Dallas Mavericks made the right call to tank rather than push for the playoffs.

Mavericks dodged a major disaster as Anthony Davis trade target gets benched

The Dallas Mavericks would've likely received Zaccharie Risacher if they had traded Anthony Davis to the Atlanta Hawks, and they're lucky they didn't. Risacher only played two minutes in his first...

The Mavericks want to stay in Downtown Dallas, but should City Hall be sacrificed?

The season from hell is over. I could not be more relieved, as watching my favourite team organically tank their way to oblivion was getting more and more frustrating with every game. Amid the...

Mavericks need to make peace with the player fans hate most to fix their defense

The Dallas Mavericks should sign or trade for Oklahoma City Thunder wing Luguentz Dort to finally fix their perimeter defense.

Sunday, April 19, 2026
Lakers' Luka Doncic's MVP hopes take sudden turn after 65-game rule relief

NBA spat on Luka Doncic's face with MVP finalists announcement.

NBA Announces Finalists For 2025/26 Awards

The NBA has announced the finalists for this season’s major awards, including Most Valuable Player, Rookie of the Year, Coach of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, Sixth Man of the Year, Most...

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