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Dallas MavericksGoran Dragic not going to Mavs as part of Sixers-Heat sign-and-trade with Jimmy Butler

Rachel Nichols on ESPN’s The Jump reported on Sunday night per Adrian Wojanrowski that the Dallas Mavs were acquiring point guard Goran Dragic as part of a now-three-team deal with the Miami Heat and Philadelphia 76ers in the sign-and-trade for Jimmy Butler. The Sixers are signing and trading All-Star free agent wing Butler to the […]

Dallas MavericksMavs rumors: Danny Green talks to Dallas 'heating up'

The Dallas Mavericks are already making moves to build a competitive team around Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis, and one of their main targets is free agent forward Danny Green. According to reports, both sides are already in serious talks regarding a potential deal. Danny Green/Mavs talks heating up, per source. — Brad Townsend (@townbrad) […]

Dallas MavericksKristaps Porzingis agrees to 5-year, $158 max contract with Mavs

Restricted free agent Kristaps Porzingis has agreed to a five-year, $158 max contract with the Dallas Mavericks, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic. Restricted free agent Kristaps Porzingis reached agreement on a five-year, $158M maximum contract with the Dallas Mavericks, league sources tell @TheAthleticNBA @Stadium. — Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) June 30, 2019 Porzingis hasn’t […]

Boston CelticsReport: Celtics won't renounce Terry Rozier until they absolutely have to

The Boston Celtics — widely expected to sign point guard Kemba Walker when free agency opens — will not renounce their qualifying offer to restricted free agent Terry Rozier “until they have to,” per Yahoo Sports’ Keith Smith. Rozier, being a restricted free agent, can sign an offer sheet with any team, but the Celtics […]

Dallas MavericksReport: Mavs guarantee Ryan Broekhoff's contract for next season

The Dallas Mavericks appear to be taking the right steps in preparing their lineup for next season. Recently, it was reported that the Mavs will be guaranteeing the deal of 6-foot-7 wing Ryan Broekhoff for next season, as the 28-year-old looks to be part of the team’s plans for the coming year: Per sources: The […]

Dallas MavericksDwight Powell expected to agree on 3-year, $33 million deal with Mavs

Whereas plenty of teams in the NBA have been preparing for the roller coaster affair that will be the 2019 free agency period, the Dallas Mavericks made their big play in February. Dallas made one of the biggest trades of the season when they acquired former New York Knicks superstar Kristaps Porzingis, who was still […]

Dallas MavericksMavs planning to submit less-than max offer for Tobias Harris

The Dallas Mavericks may be set with their one-two punch in Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis, but they’re still doing their due diligence in hopes of adding more firepower. According to Brad Townsend of the Dallas Morning News, the Mavs may try their luck on Tobias Harris. A league source said on Saturday that the […]

Dallas MavericksJazz, Mavs were among the teams interested in signing Nikola Mirotic

Before making the decision to head back over to Europe to play basketball in Barcelona, big man Nikola Mirotic had drawn interest from the Utah Jazz and Dallas Mavericks in free agency, according to Marc Stein of The New York Times. Given that Mirotic was set to be a fairly coveted player this offseason, his […]

Dallas MavericksMavs splitting cap space on multiple players means 'big fish' turned them down

Tell me if you’ve heard this story before: the Dallas Mavericks entered this offseason hoping to land a big-name free agent, but they are probably going to have to settle for something less. On Friday night, ESPN’s Zach Lowe reported that the Mavericks are now focusing on “mid-tier free agents” rather than “big fish,” which […]

Dallas MavericksRUMOR: Mavs focused on mid-tier FAs, not big fish

The Dallas Mavericks are expected to focus on mid-tier free agents instead of pursuing big names when the free-agency period begins on June 30, Zach Lowe of ESPN reported. The Mavs have long been linked with Kemba Walker, who is expected to leave the Charlotte Hornets this summer. Walker has been viewed as their primary […]

Dallas MavericksRUMOR: Patrick Beverley and Mavs have mutual interest

Free agent guard Patrick Beverley is reportedly looking for a deal that would pay him around $40 million over the next three seasons. Now, according to rumors, the Dallas Mavericks are one of the teams that are very interested in signing him. Tim MacMahon (@espn_macmahon) believes that the Mavericks and Beverley will end up together […]

Dallas MavericksFormer lottery pick Cameron Payne to play for Mavs in summer league

Former 14th-overall draft pick Cameron Payne will play for the Dallas Mavericks’ Las Vegas Summer League team, ESPN’s Tim MacMahon reports. Payne, 24, last played for the Cleveland Cavaliers, signing two 10-day contracts with the franchise in 2019 before parting with the Cavs at the end of January. Prior to his time with Cleveland, Payne […]

Dallas MavericksReport: Mavs not Al Horford's 'secret promise' suitor

Contrary to a prior report, the Dallas Mavericks are not the “secret promise” suitor for big man Al Horford, according to Mike Fisher of 247Sports and Marc Stein of The New York Times. The initial report from Monday claimed that the LA Clippers, New Orleans Pelicans and Mavs were willing to make Horford a massive […]

Dallas MavericksReport: Mavs to seek audience with Klay Thompson if he is offered 4-year deal instead of 5-year max

The Dallas Mavericks could enter the Klay Thompson sweepstakes alongside the Los Angeles Lakers and LA Clippers if the Golden State Warriors swingman is offered a four-year deal instead of a five-year max, according to Mike Fisher of 247Sports. The Mavs have been linked to plenty of free agents, but the organization has self-admittedly only […]

Washington WizardsReport: Mavs, Pacers, Magic, Celtics interested in Wizards' Tomas Satoransky

The Washington Wizards are set to enter into 2019 free agency without a full-time general manager, but the team is still making moves and preparing for more big decisions coming their way. According to a story by Chase Hughes of NBC Sports, the team’s starting point guard in 2018-19, Tomas Satoransky, can expect to get […]

Dallas MavericksReport: Kristaps Porzingis plans to sign long-term deal with Mavs quickly, train with Luka Doncic over summer

Kristaps Porzingis reportedly plans to sign a long-term deal with the Dallas Mavericks as soon as possible and train with Mavs budding star Luka Doncic over the summer, according to Brad Townsend of the Dallas Morning News. All signs point toward the Mavs and Porzingis coming to terms on a five-year deal once free agency […]

Dallas MavericksDallas will buy a ticket to the Kevin Durant sweepstakes

With the official start of free agency just days away, the Dallas Mavericks have now emerged as a last-minute participant in the highly-anticipated Kevin Durant sweepstakes. According to Chris Mannix of SI, while the New York Knicks and the Brooklyn Nets are two of the frontrunners to sign Durant, the Mavs will also look to […]

Chicago BullsReport: Patrick Beverley seeking 3-year deal worth over $40 million, with Clippers, Mavs, Bulls, Lakers in pursuit

Patrick Beverley is determined to lock down some long-term commitment along with a sweet payday in the coming days of free agency, reportedly looking for a three-year deal worth over $40 million, according to ESPN’s Tim MacMahon. Among those aiming for his services are the LA Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers, Dallas Mavericks and his hometown […]

Dallas MavericksMavs still have no meetings, pitches planned due to unpredictable free agency

The Dallas Mavericks have yet to kickstart their offseason moves, still with no meetings or pitches planned for the soon-to-be free agents that make up this 2019 class. The Mavs have been linked to All-Star point guard Kemba Walker among other stars, yet no general concept has been designed as the waves of free agency […]

Boston CelticsReport: Talks between Kemba Walker & Hornets stalemate, Celtics emerge as frontrunners among Knicks, Mavs

All-Star point guard Kemba Walker and the Charlotte Hornets have had sizable gaps and a stalemate in conversations so far, which has opened a pathway for competitors like the Boston Celtics, New York Knicks and the Dallas Mavericks, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic. According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, the Celtics lead the race […]

Los Angeles ClippersReport: 9 teams currently expected to pursue Tobias Harris

Tobias Harris definitely isn’t the best player to hit the open market this summer. When free agency officially opens on June 30, though, he seems poised to field as many calls as any free agent in the NBA. According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, as many as nine teams, including the Philadelphia 76ers and […]

Dallas MavericksReport: Mavs give Maxi Kleber, Dorian Finney-Smith qualifying offers

The Mavs have extended qualifying offers to Maxi Kleber and Dorian Finney-Smith, according to a report from ESPN’s Tim MacMahon. As a result, both players will now be listed as restricted free agents: Sources: Mavs have extended qualifying offers to Maxi Kleber and Dorian Finney-Smith to make them restricted free agents. Dallas views Kleber and […]

Dallas MavericksMavs' Maxi Kleber says Luka Doncic needs to up his game because 'every team knows him better now'

To no one’s surprise, the NBA officially crowned Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic the 2018-19 Rookie of the Year at the NBA Awards Show on Monday night. With a spectacular year already under his belt, expectations have risen for the Slovenian phenom. Mavs teammate Maxi Kleber believes Doncic needs to step up his game as […]

Dallas MavericksMavs owner Mark Cuban hopeful Rookie of the Year award will motivate Luka Doncic even more

Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban is hoping that Luka Doncic will be a lot more motivated after winning the 2019 NBA Rookie of the Year award. Cuban and the Mavs are still on a high after Doncic become the first Dallas player since Jason Kidd in 1995 to win the Rookie of the Year honor. […]

Dallas MavericksMavs star Luka Doncic admits he and Kristaps Porzingis need help

The Dallas Mavericks will officially parade their promising duo of Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis next season. While there is a strong sense of optimism in Dallas, Doncic admitted that they need more help in order to become a serious contender next season. Doncic is coming off a strong first season in the league, which […]

Dallas MavericksShaquille O'Neal sees Mavs making 2019-20 playoffs, but says they need 'two more pieces to be a top team'

The Dallas Mavericks are considered as one of the most promising teams in the league. However, NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal believes that the Mavs are still a few players away from establishing themselves as one of the top teams in the league. Dallas has a bright future ahead of them with Luka Doncic and Kristaps […]

Dallas MavericksMavs' Luka Doncic goes off on airline, Lufthansa, for horrid treatment

Dallas Mavericks first-year point guard Luka Doncic finally picked up his 2018-19 Rookie of the Year Award earlier in the week while the soon-to-be second-year signal caller is fresh off a tremendous season atop the highest level. However, Doncic has not been having a great week since receiving such an honor as the Mavericks point […]

Dallas MavericksPau Gasol congratulates Mavs' Luka Doncic, points out interesting similarity about their Rookie of the Year wins

Dallas Mavericks first-year point guard Luka Doncic served as one of the best players in the NBA throughout the 2018-19 regular season — whether it was among rookies or veterans. As a result of his efforts, the Mavs rookie was honored with the 2018-19 NBA Rookie of the Year earlier this week, which caught the […]

Dallas MavericksRumor: Mavs don't know if they can secure meeting with Kawhi Leonard

The Dallas Mavericks reportedly “don’t know yet” if they are going to be able to secure a meeting with Kawhi Leonard once free agency starts on June 30, according to Mike Fisher of 247 Sports. The Mavs have around $30 million in cap space this summer. Leonard becomes an unrestricted free agent this offseason. The […]

Dallas MavericksReport: Kristaps Porzingis forged strong connection with Luka Doncic in his short time with Mavs

Kristaps Porzingis didn’t play a single game this past season with the Dallas Mavericks, but the 7-footer reportedly already has a good relationship with Mavs budding star Luka Doncic. According to Chris Mannix of Sports Illustrated, Porzingis forged a strong connection with Doncic in his short time in Dallas and enjoyed his interactions with Mavs […]

Dallas MavericksReport: Nikola Vucevic seeking starting salary of $25 million, out of Mavs' price range

While the Dallas Mavericks have some interest in Nikola Vucevic this summer, the Orlando Magic center is reportedly seeking a starting salary of $25 million, which is out of the Mavs’ price range, according to Brad Townsend of the Dallas Morning News. Vucevic becomes an unrestricted free agent this offseason. The All-Star big man has […]

Boston CelticsReport: Celtics, Mavs 'at the front of the line' of Kemba Walker suitors trying to lure him away from Hornets

If Kemba Walker does end up leaving the Charlotte Hornets, he may not be headed to Los Angeles or New York after all. According to Marc Stein of The New York Times, the Boston Celtics and Dallas Mavericks are “at the front of the line” of teams trying to lure Walker away from the Hornets. […]

Dallas MavericksReport: Mavs interested in Patrick Beverley, Nikola Mirotic

The Dallas Mavericks are reportedly interested in Patrick Beverley and Nikola Mirotic, according to Brad Townsend of the Dallas Morning News. The Mavs and Beverley reportedly plan to meet at the start of free agency. Both Beverley and Mirotic are unrestricted free agents this summer. Beverley played with the Los Angeles Clippers this past season, […]

Dallas MavericksReport: Mavs plan to offer Kristaps Porzingis full five-year, $158 million max deal on June 30

Kristaps Porzingis and the Dallas Mavericks will reportedly meet when free agency opens on June 30 and the Mavs plan to offer Porzingis a full five-year, $158 million maximum contract, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic and Watch Stadium. The Mavs acquired Porzingis from the New York Knicks at the February trade deadline. Porzingis […]

Dallas MavericksMark Cuban stands by decision to continue using the term 'owner'

The NBA is moving away from using the term “owner” over controversies of racial implications. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver, no less, is one of the more vocal personalities regarding the issue, saying that the league has tried to move away from using the terminology. However, Dallas Mavericks “owner” Mark Cuban isn’t buying in with that. […]

Dallas MavericksDirk Nowitzki gives props to Luka Doncic for being named Rookie of the Year

Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic managed to take home the NBA’s Rookie of the Year award. It did not take long for Mavs legend Dirk Nowitzki to congratulate him. Doncic was one of the few bright spots in a disappointing season for Dallas. Nowitzki made sure to show his former teammate some love: My guy!!! […]

Milwaukee BucksGiannis Antetokounmpo, Luka Doncic make history in 2019 NBA Awards

Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks and Luka Doncic of the Dallas Mavericks have made history in the 2019 NBA Awards. On Monday, Antetokounmpo and Doncic were named league MVP and Rookie of the Year, respectively. Per ESPN Stats & Info, this is the second time that the MVP and ROY were both born outside […]

Dallas MavericksMavs' Luka Doncic crushes Rookie of the Year tally with 98 of possible 100 votes

Luka Doncic of the Dallas Mavericks dominated the voting for NBA Rookie of the Year. Per Tim MacMahon of ESPN, the Slovenian got 98 first-place votes while two other ballots put him in second place. Luka Doncic received 98 of 100 first-place votes for Rookie of the Year. He was second on the other two […]

Los Angeles LakersMavs owner Mark Cuban says he 'hopes history repeats itself with the Lakers and their dream teams'

Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban was asked about the formation of a new super team in the Los Angeles Lakers. Interestingly, the Mavs boss answered with a rather amusing response. Mark Cuban smiled when I asked him about LeBron James and Anthony Davis on the Lakers. “I just hope history repeats itself with the Lakers […]

Dallas MavericksMavs' Luka Doncic bests Hawks' Trae Young for Rookie of the Year award

Dallas Mavericks rookie Luka Doncic edged out Atlanta Hawks prodigy Trae Young for the Rookie of the Year award as part of Monday’s Kia NBA Awards. Congratulations to Luka Doncic of the Dallas Mavericks on becoming just the second European player to win the Rookie of the Year award 👏🏆 #NBAAwards #Mavs pic.twitter.com/KwGkZ825DA — ClutchPoints […]

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