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Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Wings vs. Storm Recap: Dallas ends regular season with 102-91 win at Seattle

Moments before tipoff between the Dallas Wings (27-17) and the Seattle Storm (8-36) at Climate Pledge Arena on Wednesday, a key piece of the Wings’ playoff puzzle was put into place some 2,400...

Klay Thompson's real reason to sign with Heat over Lakers just became clear with latest development

The Miami Heat signed Klay Thompson this summer over the Los Angeles Lakers. After the latest report, it apparent why the Heat were favorites all along.

Sources: Mavs' Lively (foot) not cleared for camp

Dereck Lively II's status for the start of the season has yet to be determined as he continues to recover from right foot surgery, sources said.

Dereck Lively Not Cleared For Training Camp, Could Miss Start Of Season

Dereck Lively II hasn’t received medical clearance to participate in the Mavericks’ training camp as he continues to recover from a surgical procedure on his right foot, sources tell Tim MacMahon...

Exclusive: Monta Ellis reveals why his time with the Mavericks was so special

Monta Ellis spent two seasons with the Dallas Mavericks, and the team helped light a fire under him. He also cherishes the time that he spent learning from Dirk Nowitzki.

Luka Doncic makes emotional pledge Lakers fans won't forget

Luka Doncic targets his first NBA title with a revamped Lakers roster after LeBron James' exit, promising Los Angeles fans a championship-caliber season.

Predicting which Mavericks two-way players will actually crack Dusty May's rotation

Here is a prediction of which of the Dallas Mavericks' three two-way players (John Poulakidas, Jett Howard, and Tobi Lawal) have the best chance to crack Dusty May's rotation next season.

‘People around the league’ monitoring Dallas Mavs’ Kyrie Irving situation, per ESPN’s Tim MacMahon

As the Dallas Mavericks prepare to ramp up for the 2026-27 season, there’s a lot of excitement about star point guard Kyrie Irving’s return to the court after missing all of last season with an...

Mavericks' Moussa Cisse-Dwight Powell battle shouldn't even happen

The Dallas Mavericks shouldn't have a training-camp battle between Moussa Cisse and Dwight Powell, as the team plans to invite Powell to training camp. Cisse is the clear answer, as he is younger...

Ryan Nembhard is exactly what the Mavericks need but they have no room for him

The Dallas Mavericks need a player of Ryan Nembhard's skill set, but they don't have the roster space to sign him.

We let NBA 2k27 run wild on the next six seasons for the Mavericks — get a load of the results

With a new NBA season on the horizon, I decided it was time to run one final NBA 2K27 simulation. The goals were simple: Could Cooper Flagg become an MVP? Could the Mavs win an NBA championship...

Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Wings vs. Storm Preview: 3 things as Dallas closes out regular season at Seattle

The Dallas Wings (26-17) travel to Seattle for Game No. 44, where they’ll meet the Storm (8-35) for a 9pm CDT tip at Climate Pledge Arena. The Wings enter the contest on a one-game skid, having...

Mavericks' chance to bring Ryan Nembhard home faces two major obstacles

Ryan Nembhard will soon become a free agent, but the Dallas Mavericks don't have the roster space to sign him and other teams are interested in him. This makes a reunion more challenging.

Mavericks' Ryan Nembhard homecoming isn't as easy as it seems

Ryan Nembhard will become a free agent after the Charlotte Hornets waive him, but the Dallas Mavericks' path to bring him home comes with a challenge: their full roster.

Ryan Nembhard's release makes Mavericks' decision to move on easier to understand

Ryan Nembhard's winding path after departing from the Dallas Mavericks is making it easier to understand why the Mavericks moved on from him. The Charlotte Hornets plan to waive him as part of the...

Hornets waiving Ryan Nembhard opens door to an unexpected Mavericks reunion

The Charlotte Hornets plan to waive Ryan Nembhard after acquiring him in a trade with the Atlanta Hawks, giving the Dallas Mavericks the chance to reunite with the young guard.

Mavericks' Klay Thompson breakup makes a Dwight Powell reunion even more puzzling

The Dallas Mavericks bought out Klay Thompson earlier this offseason, but this decision will look even worse if Dwight Powell earns a standard contract.

Dwight Powell's return hands Mavericks an unexpected training-camp battle

With Dwight Powell returning to the Dallas Mavericks for the preseason, he and Moussa Cisse may end up being in a training-camp battle.

Mavericks' Kyrie Irving gets major trade update from NBA insider with training camp looming

The Dallas Mavericks have a lot of question marks surrounding the future of Kyrie Irving. It looks like there may be some more clarity where his trade status stands.

Cooper Flagg is about to make his rookie season look like a warmup for the Mavericks

Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg is about to make his first season in the NBA look like a warmup after working on his 3-point shooting and shot creation this summer.

Dusty May must succeed where Jason Kidd faltered with the Mavericks

Dusty May joins the Dallas Mavericks after major success at both FAU and Michigan, but his new challenge will be rebuilding after Jason Kidd's departure. Recent comments about Kidd's tenure...

Mavericks' Dwight Powell signing isn't the nightmare some fans are making it out to be

The Dallas Mavericks are signing Dwight Powell to their training-camp roster. Despite some fans making it seem like this move is disastrous, there's nothing for them to be upset about.

Dallas Mavs unveil renovated practice facility ahead of season under fresh leadership

The Dallas Mavericks gave media a first look Monday at their renovated practice facility, showcasing upgrades focused on player development, recovery and nutrition. The project includes...

Monday, September 21, 2026
Wings vs. Mercury Recap: Dallas falters in fourth quarter to squander lead at Phoenix, 87-86

The Phoenix Mercury (16-26) spoiled the Dallas Wings’ (26-17) chances of improving their playoff positioning, earning an 87-86 win at Mortgage Matchup Center with a last-second reverse layup by...

Kyrie Irving is finally the Mavericks' unquestioned veteran leader

Kyrie Irving may not have been the Dallas Mavericks' true veteran leader in seasons past, but on a younger roster that lacks veterans, this is a new role for him to embrace.

Mavericks’ Dwight Powell training-camp invite is the least they could do for him

The Dallas Mavericks are giving Dwight Powell a formal invite to training camp, which is honorable considering his history with the franchise.

Mavericks have another level of transition offense waiting to be unlocked

The Dallas Mavericks excelled in transition last season, but forcing more turnovers could unlock an even more dangerous fast-break attack.

Dirk Nowitzki Pledges Support To Masai Ujiri

Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki supports new team president Masai Ujiri in his efforts to revitalize the organization, per Christian Clark of The Athletic. Ujiri has been active since taking over...

Cooper Flagg’s personal trainer dishes on offseason developments

The Dallas Mavericks are less than a week away from kicking off training camp in advance of Cooper Flagg’s second season in the NBA. Flagg’s personal trainer, Matt MacKenzie, sat down with RG.org...

Mavericks' next dominant frontcourt trio rests on Dereck Lively II's health

The Dallas Mavericks have a promising young frontcourt trio with Cooper Flagg, Morez Johnson Jr., and Dereck Lively II, but if this group wants to be successful together, Lively II has to remain...

Sunday, September 20, 2026
Stein’s Latest: Wiseman, Vincent, Leonard, Mavs

The Knicks are getting ready for a heated training battle, as John Konchar, Bruce Brown, and Ochai Agbaji have a training camp wing competition, while Drew Eubanks and James Wiseman will lock...

Western Notes: LaVine, Maluach, Fodor, Grizzlies

Kings shooting guard Zach LaVine was limited to just 39 regular season appearances in 2025/26 due to injuries. He tells Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints he’s looking to bounce back in ’26/27 ahead of...

Kyrie Irving will make Dwight Powell's looming Mavericks exit easier to stomach

It looks like Dwight Powell won't be back for the Dallas Mavericks for the regular season but Kyrie Irving will help fill the hole that Powell's departure will leave as a leader.

Mavericks' Dwight Powell reunion has an obvious roadblock they shouldn't remove

Even though Dwight Powell will be on the Dallas Mavericks during training camp, they shouldn't waive someone to sign him to a standard contract.

Roundtable: What we’re looking forward to

The season starts in a month! And with that in mind, we’re slowly going to turn our NBA brains back on and write more things. To get us started, I asked the staff what one thing they’re looking...

Mavericks' rumored Dwight Powell return should be taken with a grain of salt

Dwight Powell is returning to the Dallas Mavericks for training camp, but this doesn't mean that he will be on the 15-man roster for the regular season.

Mavericks Expected To Sign Dwight Powell

Free agent center Dwight Powell is expected to sign with the Mavericks, league sources tell Marc Stein of The Stein Line (via Twitter). Stein’s suggests Powell will likely receive a non-guaranteed...

Dereck Lively II is the Mavericks' most overlooked breakout candidate

Injuries have limited Dereck Lively II to 98 games, but the Dallas Mavericks big man could finally put it all together in year four.

Mavericks exploring Kyrie Irving trades would help avoid a Jalen Brunson 2.0 disaster

If the Dallas Mavericks don't explore Kyrie Irving trades at the trade deadline, they could lose him for nothing in free agency just like they did with Jalen Brunson in 2022.

Mavericks' failed double-big strategy could return under Dusty May

The Dallas Mavericks used a double-big lineup to begin the 2025-26 season, and Dusty May could consider a similar idea during his first year as head coach of the Mavs.

Saturday, September 19, 2026
And-Ones: Harrell, Scola, G League Trades, Salary Guarantees

Former Sixth Man of the Year Montrezl Harrell talks about his quest to get back to the NBA, his success in the BIG3 and a variety of general basketball topics in an interview with Brandon “Scoop...

Wings vs. Mercury Recap: Dallas holds strong in the clutch, beats Phoenix 87-82

The Dallas Wings (26-16) defeated the Phoenix Mercury (15-27) 87-82 in an early Saturday matchup at home. The matchup follows the Wings’ Thursday night win over the Sparks after returning from the...

Cooper Flagg can make Mavericks fans fall in love with basketball all over again

Dallas Mavericks fans were heartbroken when the team traded Luka Doncic, but Cooper Flagg will make these fans fall in love with the game again.

Caleb Martin's perimeter defense gives him an edge to crack Mavericks' rotation

Caleb Martin is one of the Dallas Mavericks' best perimeter defenders, and since they need more point-of-attack defense, he has a chance to crack Dusty May's rotation.

The Kyrie Irving-Cooper Flagg high-IQ connection has the potential to change basketball 

Think about it. Two team-oriented, extremely versatile, selfless and very skilled players, both among the highest of the highest IQ players in the league. Put them together and healthy, and have...

Friday, September 18, 2026
Shams: Hornets’ Miller, Pistons’ Thompson Discussing Extensions

Appearing on Friday’s episode of NBA Today (YouTube link) in the wake of the news that Jazz guard Keyonte George had signed a five-year, $157.5MM rookie scale extension with Utah, Shams Charania...

Mavericks' Rob Fodor hire could unlock Cooper Flagg’s 3-point shot

The Dallas Mavericks recently hired shooting guru Rob Fodor, and Fodor is the type of coach that can help take Cooper Flagg's outside shot to the next level.

Mavericks' potential Kyrie Irving trade war will reveal what they really value

The Dallas Mavericks' potential trade war involving Kyrie Irving next season will reveal whether they value the long-term future or Irving's short-term future with the team more.

Max Christie can prove Klay Thompson's premature Mavericks exit wasn't for nothing

Max Christie has the chance to prove that the Dallas Mavericks' decision to move on from Klay Thompson wasn't for nothing as the young sharpshooter can fill his shoes and emerge as a long-term...

Zaccharie Risacher’s Mavericks future could be determined quickly next season

Zaccharie Risacher will have to prove he deserves a spot on the Dallas Mavericks early in the season, as his team option must be decided on by October 31st.

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