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The Dallas Mavericks dropped Game 4 to the Los Angeles Clippers in what almost marked one of the wildest comebacks in NBA Playoffs history. Kyrie Irving was at the center of it all as he clawed his team back from down 31 points to even the game in the fourth quarter. On his feet, Irving […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Clippers first round playoff series is now tied 2-2 after LA earned a 116-111 victory on Sunday. Dallas made a comeback attempt after trailing by 31 points, and the Mavs even led 105-104 with over two minutes remaining in the fourth quarter. In the end, though, the […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks were defeated by the Los Angeles Clippers 116-111 on Sunday afternoon in Game 4 of their playoff series. The series is now even at two games apiece. However, Dallas displayed no shortage of resiliency in the defeat as Kyrie Irving led the way. LA led by 31 points early in […]

When it comes to the Dallas Mavericks, prepare to see a lot more of them in the postseason in the coming years as their team is built for the next several according to general manager Nico Harrison. Currently, the Mavericks are facing against the Los Angeles Clippers in the first round of the playoffs where […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 101-90 in Game 3 of their NBA playoff series on Friday. It was a fiery battle that saw multiple ejections. Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving led Dallas again, but the Mavs certainly utilized an all-around team effort. Doncic finished with 22 points to lead the […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks won Game 3 of their first round playoff series against the Los Angeles Clippers by a final score of 101-90 on Friday night. It was a physical game that led to a number of heated moments. Through it all, Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, and the Mavs kept their cool for […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Clippers will play Game 3 of their postseason series in Dallas at the American Airlines Center. LA earned a 109-97 victory in Game 1 before the Mavs answered with a hard-fought 96-93 win in Game 2. Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving will lead the offensive attack once […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks earned a pivotal 96-93 Game 2 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday in LA. With the series returning to Dallas for Game 3, both teams held practice on Thursday before Friday’s Game 3. Of course, one of the primary storylines from Game 2 was Luka Doncic and Kyrie […]

Two years ago, the Dallas Mavericks went head-to-head with the Phoenix Suns in an intense playoff series. Dallas fought back from a 3-1 deficit and ultimately cruised to a Game 7 victory over Phoenix. On Tuesday, the Mavericks defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 96-93 in LA, and Chris Paul, who was on that Suns team, […]

The NBA world believes in the Dallas Mavericks. Luka Doncic may have been overlooked in the MVP conversation early during the 2023-24 season, but now everyone is talking about Doncic, Kyrie Irving and the Mavs. Dallas earned a big 96-93 Game 2 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday to even their playoff series […]

The Dallas Mavericks defeated the Los Angeles Clippers by a final score of 96-93 on Tuesday in Game 2 of their playoff series. It was a hard-fought affair, with both teams going back-and-forth throughout. Luka Doncic enjoyed an excellent game from an offensive standpoint and stepped up on the defensive end as well. Meanwhile, Kyrie […]

In a game that featured no shortage of physicality and emotion, the Dallas Mavericks earned a 96-93 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers in Game 2 of their playoff series. Luka Doncic led the way with 32 points, nine assists and six rebounds, while Kyrie Irving added 23 points, three assists, and six rebounds in […]

Luka Doncic is arguably the best player in the NBA right now. He was recently named an MVP finalist, and has led the Dallas Mavericks ever since the team drafted him. Former NBA player Goran Dragic believes in Doncic, but thinks the Mavericks star still needs to make a “change” in order to win a […]

NBA players are highly paid for their talents. As a result, they are expected to see action on a nightly basis given that fans are paying big money to watch them play. While injuries play a role in the NBA season, there have been incidents in the past when players miss games for odd reasons. […]

Dallas Mavericks sixth man Tim Hardaway Jr.’s father Tim Hardaway Sr. was not pleased with the team’s offensive approach against the Los Angels Clippers on Sunday. The Mavs were ultimately defeated 109-97 in Game 1 of their playoff series. “Connecticut University runs a better offense than the Dallas Mavericks,” Hardaway Sr. said on The Carton […]

The Dallas Mavericks struggled to find any momentum during the first half of Sunday’s 109-97 Game 1 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers. Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic helped Dallas begin to perform much better in the second half, but Dallas still ultimately dropped their first game of the 2024 NBA playoffs. Doncic knows the […]

LOS ANGELES, CA — After an entire season of being unable to punch first when it comes to a matinee game, the LA Clippers wasted no time punching first, and then some. Without Kawhi Leonard, James Harden and Paul George led the Clippers to a Game 1 win over Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, and the […]

The Los Angeles Clippers defeated the Dallas Mavericks in Game 1 of their NBA playoff series on Sunday. LA earned a 109-97 victory over the Mavericks, who will need to make adjustments to avoid going down 0-2 in Game 2 on Tuesday. With Kawhi Leonard out due to an injury, most fans expected Paul George […]

The Dallas Mavericks dropped Game 1 of their first round playoff series against the Los Angeles Clippers by a final score of 109-97 on Sunday. Despite playing without superstar Kawhi Leonard, Los Angeles found a way to earn a Game 1 victory. The Mavs had a chance to steal a win on the road Sunday. […]

Los Angeles Clippers star Kawhi Leonard has not been ruled out for Game 1 against the Dallas Mavericks as of this story’s writing. Leonard, who is dealing with a knee injury, is seemingly unlikely to play, however. Now it goes without saying, but the Clippers are obviously a better team when Leonard is on the […]

DALLAS — The term “X-factor” is often thrown around far too loosely in sports. Of course, Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving are superstars for the Dallas Mavericks. Emerging as an X-factor for a sports team, though, often refers to a player who was overlooked and ended up playing a pivotal role. Daniel Gafford and PJ […]

Kyrie Irving and the Dallas Mavericks are gearing up for their first round showdown against the Los Angeles Clippers in the 2024 NBA Playoffs. The Mavericks have won 12 of their last 15 games and they’re looking to avenge playoff losses to Los Angeles over the last few years. Fresh off the heels of yet […]

Team USA is now fully locked in for the 2024 Paris Olympics, but Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving won’t be part of the team. On Thursday, the Mavericks guard spoke about not being named to the roster, per Brad Townsend of Dallas Morning News: Kyrie Irving, who won gold as a member of the 2016 Team USA […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Clippers will go head-to-head in the first round of the NBA playoffs. Los Angeles features no shortage of star-power, but the Mavs are ready for the challenge. However, the Clippers have found success against the Mavericks in the playoffs. Los Angeles defeated Dallas in the postseason in […]

DALLAS — Kyrie Irving heard the outside noise. He knew what people were saying about him after dealing with drama on the Brooklyn Nets. Irving understood that there were doubters even following his trade to the Dallas Mavericks. But the Mavs are preparing for the playoffs and Irving has silenced his critics. Irving appears to […]

DALLAS — Jason Kidd is remembered as one of the best point guards of all-time. The NBA legend is now a head coach and is currently preparing to lead the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA playoffs. Kidd has seen up-and-down results since taking over the head coaching job in Dallas during the 2021-22 season. That […]

In the pursuit of the coveted NBA championship, the focus is often on the brightest NBA stars. But while NBA stars play arguably the most crucial role in winning the NBA title, there’s no doubt that every successful superstar needs a sidekick to get the job done. Throughout the years, the NBA has witnessed several […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks practiced Tuesday ahead of their upcoming playoff series against the Los Angeles Clippers. Mavs fans have played a pivotal role in Dallas’ success. The Mavericks sold out every game during the 2023-24 season, and the fans always bring plenty of energy to the American Airlines Center. Luka Doncic and Jason […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks are preparing to battle the Los Angeles Clippers in the first round of the NBA playoffs. Nico Harrison and the Mavs made some key trade deadline acquisitions which helped to spark a strong second half of the season, while head coach Jason Kidd has done an impressive job of managing […]

Dunks are some of the most exciting plays to watch in the NBA. As a result, it isn’t surprising that they take up a good portion of the league’s highlight reels. While many would agree that majority of the NBA players can easily dunk given that they’re the best basketball players in the world, the […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks’ 2023-24 regular season came to an end on Sunday. It was not an ideal ending to the regular season, as Dallas was defeated by the Oklahoma City Thunder 135-86. However, a number of the Mavs starters and key role players did not play, including Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, Daniel Gafford, […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder will have an easier time than anticipated in their attempt to claim the top seed in the NBA Western Conference on Sunday. The Thunder are facing a Dallas Mavericks team that will be without several key players, according to Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News: “The Mavs will be without […]

It’s safe to say that the annual NBA All-Star Game is filled with the brightest stars of the league. Although the exhibition doesn’t have any bearing in the regular season, getting selected is a solid validation that further cements a basketball star’s legacy. In fact, several Hall of Famers have taken part in the NBA […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks were defeated by the Detroit Pistons on Friday, losing 107-89. Dallas played without Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, and Dereck Lively II in the game, however. All three players will sit out Sunday’s regular season finale as well. As a result, a number of Mavericks young players are receiving opportunities to […]

DALLAS — Luka Doncic has enjoyed a tremendous season, yet he still is not the favorite to win the MVP award. Dallas Mavericks fans want Doncic to win the MVP and Doncic’s teammates recently wore shirts to support his MVP case. Doncic, however, has placed his focus on winning and helping his teammates improve on […]

The Dallas Mavericks will host the Detroit Pistons on Friday in their final home game of the 2023-24 regular season. However, Dereck Lively II remains out with his right knee sprain, while it was revealed that Kyrie Irving will miss Friday’s game with left hamstring soreness. Luka Doncic is also listed on Dallas’ injury report. […]

The Dallas Mavericks have enjoyed a quality second-half of the 2023-24 season. Dallas recently clinched a playoff spot, and now they are just looking to finish strong with two regular season games remaining. The Mavs will be without at least one of their stars on Friday against the Detroit Pistons, however, as Kyrie Irving has […]

The Dallas Mavericks are playing a quality brand of basketball right now. On Wednesday, they defeated the Miami Heat on the road by a final score of 111-92 to clinch the Southwest Division title. Of course, Dallas has greater aspirations than simply making the playoffs, but there is no question that this Mavs team is […]

Luka Doncic has been playing at such a high level throughout the 2023-24 NBA season, and the Dallas Mavericks, as a result, have put their disappointing 2022-23 campaign completely in the rearview mirror. Following the Mavericks’ 111-92 win over the Miami Heat on Wednesday night that clinched the second 50-win campaign of Doncic’s career, the […]