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Dallas Mavericks head coach Rick Carlisle is excited about Kristaps Porzingis taking the court healthy in the 2019-20 NBA season. This was what Carlisle told SportsDay during the Basketball Without Borders camp in Latvia on Tuesday. (Porzingis is) doing great and he practiced with us the last month of the season, did extremely well. (He) […]

Charlotte Hornets star Kemba Walker should have plenty of teams interested in him if he chooses not to re-sign with the franchise this offseason. It’s no secret that Walker is one of the top free agents in the NBA, and that makes this a very important summer for the Hornets as they try to convince […]

In the wake of Kevin Durant’s injury, Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban has called for the NBA to start looking at sports medicine technology to improve diagnosis of injuries. Durant recently suffered an Achilles tear in his first game back after a month-long absence due to a calf strain. KD missed nine straight contests and […]

Having recently concluded 21 memorable seasons in the NBA, Dallas Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki has unquestionably become a household name throughout the country. According to a recent report, the retired Mavs big man intends to take his love affair with the nation a step further by becoming a citizen of the United States. Speaking to […]

Though the majority of the basketball-loving public has its eyes firmly set on the NBA Finals between the Toronto Raptors and Golden State Warriors, teams that didn’t make the playoffs have already begun shifting pieces around the board and setting themselves up in free agency and the 2019 NBA Draft. Just look at the Brooklyn […]

Though most of the basketball-loving public’s attention remains fixed on the NBA Finals, in which the Toronto Raptors bested the Golden State Warriors in Game 4 on Friday night, the NBA unveiled a press release that outlined the teams involved and schedule for the NBA Mexico City Games 2019. The upcoming 2019-20 season marks the […]

With the first three games now behind us and game 4 set to tip off on Friday night, the NBA Finals are nearing an end. Thankfully, there is never a down moment in this beautiful league and the crowning of the 2019 NBA Champions will signal the start to the increasingly hectic 2019 NBA offseason. […]

It’s safe to assume Mark Cuban would fare a bit better playing casual organized sports than many of his ownership peers in the NBA. The Dallas Mavericks owner, remember, is still just 60 years old despite nearly two decades in the basketball world, and due to his celebrity status keeps himself in relatively good physical […]

Though obviously a brilliant athlete – as all NBA players are pretty much required to be – Luka Doncic does look a bit doughy around the face, neck and even tummy area. The Dallas Mavericks’ outspoken owner, Mark Cuban, poked fun at Doncic’s appearance, saying he saw “an ab” when Doncic was working out in […]

Incoming second-year man Jalen Brunson is already working on establishing his chemistry with Kristaps Porzingis of the Dallas Mavericks. In an interview with Eddie Sefko of Mavs.com, Brunson revealed that he has been working out with Porzingis. For Brunson, he will continue to build some chemistry on and off the court with the 23-year-old Latvian […]

It’s official. Dallas Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki has a street named after him. The city government of Dallas approved the renaming of Olive Street to Nowitzki way, ESPN’s Tim McMahon reports. The city of Dallas has approved the renaming of a street to Nowitzki Way. It was Olive Street, which runs by the American Airlines […]

Dallas Mavericks big man Dwight Powell looks to be staying in Dallas for the 2019 season and beyond. According to Brad Townsend of the Dallas Morning News, Powell plans to opt-in to the final year and $10.2 million on his contract. Every year being in Dallas, Powell has seen increases in points, assists, and blocks. […]

Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban admires Los Angeles Lakers controlling owner and governor Jeanie Buss for the way she has been handling her team’s recent controversies. Cuban has three children. The eldest is 15-year-old Alexis Cuban. Jeanie Buss was slightly older when she started working for her father, the late Jerry Buss, with the Lakers. […]

Dallas Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki is having the time of his life after hanging up his jerseys and sneakers for good. For the German, retirement life is everything he dreamed of. Per Mavs reporter Dwain Price, Nowitzki shared his sentiments on retirement life: “It’s been a blast! It’s been everything I’ve dreamed of – drinking […]

Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban has chimed in on the recent controversy involving the Los Angeles Lakers. Cuban reflected on the recent Lakers episode which saw the resignation of Magic Johnson as president of basketball operations. After which, Johnson spilled on the ‘backstabbing’ within the organization, particularly by general manager Rob Pelinka. For Cuban, he’s […]

Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban believes Earvin “Magic” Johnson cannot afford to buy the Los Angeles Lakers, and the Mavs leader expressed his thoughts on the situation. While Cuban has expressed admiration for Lakers controlling owner and governor Jeannie Buss, he told ESPN’s Dave McMenamin on June 5 he is disappointed in Johnson after the […]

Retired Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki has a few baseball games in his schedule – namely the 2019 Heroes Celebrity Baseball Game and throwing the first pitch for the Texas Rangers game – and his pitching form definitely could use a little work. Nowitzki was practicing some baseball pitches and the Mavs’ official Twitter account […]

Contrary to NBA Commissioner Adam Silver’s claims, Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban believes that Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James’ playoff absence doesn’t impact the ratings. For Cuban, the ratings have risen due to the game times. Per Dave McMenamin of ESPN, Cuban believes that James’ absence in the postseason (the first time since 2006) […]

With the Texas Rangers hosting a special Dallas Mavericks night on Thursday, the MLB franchise has selected the perfect person to throw out the honorary first pitch. This comes in the form of none other than recently retired Mavs legend Dirk Nowitzki. .@swish41 comes out of retirement for a first pitch tomorrow. Don't miss @dallasmavs […]

Dirk Nowitzki is hosting his eighth annual celebrity baseball game this Friday, and a lot of his pals are coming to participate. The Dallas Mavericks legend, who recently retired from the NBA after 21 seasons, was humbled by the outpouring of support from his peers for his yearly gig: “It’s humbling that guys make room […]

Dwight Powell could become a free agent in July, but the veteran forward wants to stay with the Dallas Mavericks. Previous reports indicated that Powell has already informed the Mavs that he will opt out of the final year of his contract. However, the 27-year-old forward said that he has yet to make a decision. […]

Dallas Mavericks power forward Dwight Powell is currently gearing up for his sixth season as a member of the Western Conference franchise — or is he? According to a recent report from Chris Haynes of Yahoo! Sports, Powell is planning to test the open market as a free agent as a result of opting out […]

Dallas Mavericks guard JJ Barea is hoping to be able to play for Puerto Rico in the FIBA World Cup which will take place in China this August. Barea, who suffered an Achilles injury back in January, said he ‘feels pretty good’ at the moment; however, the Mavs veteran won’t make a final decision until […]

Jimmy Butler is set to be a part of a blockbuster free-agent period this summer, and the Dallas Mavericks have been linked to the Philadelphia 76ers star, who hails from Texas. However, Mike Fisher of 247Sports says the Mavs will actually not be making Butler a priority this summer. The reason? Luka Doncic: But the […]

Luka Doncic and Trae Young are two of the brightest young players in the NBA, and while the two of them will find out who will finish as Rookie of the Year later this month, both already know they finished top-10 in a very interesting stat. Most unassisted threes in 2018-19 (regular season and playoffs) […]

Dallas Mavericks team CEO Cynthia Marshall is in some hot waters right now following her recent decision to disband the Mavs all-female dance group. As a self-professed feminist, it was Marshall’s objective to make the Mavs in-game entertainment more “family-friendly,” and in her mind, the dancers’ routines did not fall into this specific category. However, […]

Stephen Curry has much more important things to be concerned with than his incredible free-throw shooting during the postseason. The Golden State Warriors, after all, trail the Toronto Raptors 0-1 in the NBA Finals, with another game to come at Scotiabank Arena before the championship series shifts to Oakland – and Kevin Durant’s status remains […]

Dallas Mavericks point forward Luka Doncic admits he was surprised how well he played during his rookie season in the NBA with the Mavs in 2018-19. Doncic is a finalist for the 2019 Rookie of the Year award and the heavy favorite to win the award over Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young. “I didn’t […]

Dallas Mavericks two-way player Kostas Antetokounmpo has high hopes for his family. In his mind, he believes that, someday, he and his other three siblings will all play together for the Greek national team. Speaking to Nikos Varlas of Eurohoops.net, Antetokounmpo shared how this has always been a dream for him, and one that seems […]

Until the Game 6 loss to the Toronto Raptors, the entire world got a good glance at an under-appreciated player that can impact the game in every way possible. This 6’5’’ combo guard was last seen using his size to bully smaller guards on his way to finishing at the rim. When he wasn’t doing […]

The Dallas Mavericks reportedly envision Houston Rockets center Clint Capela as a fine front court partner alongside Mavs star Kristaps Porzingis next season, according to Mike Fisher of 247 Sports. The Rockets are actively looking to trade Capela and the Mavs have interest in acquiring the 25-year-old. Capela averaged 16.6 points and 12.7 rebounds this […]

The Houston Rockets have reportedly already called the Dallas Mavericks about a possible Clint Capela trade, according to Mike Fisher of 247 Sports. A report by ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski on Wednesday stated the Rockets are taking calls on just about everyone on the roster except superstar shooting guard James Harden. The Mavs currently have Salah […]

Despite his brilliant basketball skills and tremendous intellect for the game, Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic still played for much of the season as a teenager, and teenagers are not particularly known for their cleanliness. That lack of organization was on full display in a video posted by Tamara Jolee, who works for the Mavs: […]

There is going to be a large contingent of NBA teams interested in the services of forward Tobias Harris on June 30th at 6:00 p.m. when NBA Free Agency begins. Harris, 26, will be one of the most sought after free agents on the market after boasting career numbers with the Los Angeles Clippers in […]

The New Orleans Pelicans were the biggest winners of the 2019 NBA Draft Lottery when they surprisingly won the first pick despite only having a six percent chance. Pelicans General Manager David Griffin is expected to select Zion Williamson from Duke University to the chagrin of the Phoenix Suns, New York Knicks, and Cleveland Cavaliers. […]

A leaked WhatsApp voice message described the scene of a Kristaps Porzingis bar brawl in his native Latvia, one that allegedly featured the Dallas Mavericks’ new acquisition speaking in his native tongue and bringing some context to the video released weeks ago. Via Mike Fisher of 247Sports: “S**t was messed up, some dudes started coming […]

Dallas Mavericks star forward Kristaps Porzingis has reportedly returned to Dallas over a week after being involved in a bar brawl in his native Latvia. According to Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News, Porzingis has already met with the Mavs’ authorities to talk about the incident. It was also confirmed that KP’s hands are […]

The Dallas Mavericks will be once again hunting for talent to surround a team led by the Euro frontcourt of Rookie of the Year favorite Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis. To do so, they will reportedly consider trading veteran Courtney Lee in hopes of making a “cap-advantageous” move to help pursue free agents like Kemba […]

Dallas Mavericks rookie sensation Luka Doncic has the Rookie of the Year award in the bag, at least according to the latest odds by BetOnline.ag. Ever since his brilliant start to the season, Doncic has been largely considered as the likely winner of the rookie plum. He also swept the Rookie of the Month honors […]