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Dallas MavericksMavericks' Jason Kidd fires back at narrative surrounding Kyrie Irving injury

When Kyrie Irving tore his ACL earlier this week, it signaled the beginning of the end for the Dallas Mavericks. With the injury has come speculation that head coach Jason Kidd isn’t a fan. For instance, one report suggested that Irving’s injury was because of his minutes. From the beginning of January to his injury, […]

Dallas MavericksMavericks' Kai Jones makes bold statement about his NBA career

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks were defeated by the Sacramento Kings on Monday night, losing by a final score of 122-98. Kyrie Irving exited the game in the first quarter with a knee injury. In the third quarter, Jaden Hardy endured an ankle injury and was also forced to exit the contest. It was a […]

Dallas MavericksMavericks' Jason Kidd gets 100% real on Kyrie Irving, Jaden Hardy injuries

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks were defeated by a final score of 122-98 by the Sacramento Kings on Monday night. It was a contest that featured no shortage of injury trouble. Kyrie Irving left in the first quarter with a left knee sprain and did not return. Jaden Hardy later suffered a right ankle sprain […]

Dallas MavericksMavericks new center drops bold prediction for Kyrie Irving partnership

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks officially signed Kai Jones to a two-way contract on Monday. It was recently reported that Jones intended to sign with the Mavs, and the deal came to fruition before Dallas’ game against the Sacramento Kings on Monday. Jones spoke to reporters before the game and provided a bold prediction when […]

Dallas MavericksSOURCE: Mavericks forward PJ Washington's mysterious injury situation draws brutally honest assessment

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks were defeated 132-117 by the Milwaukee Bucks on Saturday night. Despite being listed as questionable with a right ankle sprain before the game, and not playing on Thursday, PJ Washington was made available for Saturday’s affair. Washington ended up leaving in the middle of the contest due to right ankle […]

Dallas MavericksMavericks fans up in arms over Jason Kidd's Klay Thompson comments

On Saturday evening, the Dallas Mavericks lost for the third time in four games with a blowout home defeat at the hands of the Milwaukee Bucks. Dallas got behind the eight ball early in this one, and Kyrie Irving wasn’t able to get nearly enough offensive help to keep up with a hot-shooting Bucks squad. […]

Milwaukee BucksBucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo earns massive endorsement from Jason Kidd

Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo is known for his sheer athleticism and dunking ability. However, he has picked up the pace on his mid-range game, getting praise from his former coach Jason Kidd. Ahead of Saturday’s matchup against the Bucks, the Mavericks head coach gave his thoughts on preparing against the skillset Antetokounmpo possesses. What […]

Dallas MavericksMavericks' Jason Kidd drops important Caleb Martin injury update

DALLAS — It goes without saying, but the Dallas Mavericks’ biggest move ahead of the NBA trade deadline was dealing Luka Doncic away for Anthony Davis, Max Christie and a first round pick. Dallas also made a trade with the Philadelphia 76ers, acquiring Caleb Martin as part of the deal. He has yet to play […]

NBA10 most gutsy NBA trade deadline deals that paid off

This year’s NBA trade deadline was arguably one of the most chaotic in league history. First, the Los Angeles Lakers made a bombshell trade for Luka Doncic. Then the Golden State Warriors traded for Jimmy Butler, and those were just the biggest of many big trades. With several teams making a swing for superstars to […]

Dallas MavericksMavericks' Kyrie Irving drops late-game closer truth bomb after defeating Hornets

DALLAS — When you need a bucket late in the game, it’s difficult to think of a more reliable option than Kyrie Irving. On Thursday during the Charlotte Hornets-Dallas Mavericks affair, the Hornets utilized a 9-0 run to tie the game in the fourth quarter. Irving, though, then connected on shot after shot to lead […]

Dallas MavericksJason Kidd drops Anthony Davis, PJ Washington injury updates before Mavericks-Hornets

DALLAS — PJ Washington was initially listed as questionable with an ankle injury before ultimately being ruled out for Thursday’s Charlotte Hornets-Dallas Mavericks game. Meanwhile, Anthony Davis remains out with a left adductor strain. Mavs head coach Jason Kidd provided updates on both players ahead of Thursday night’s affair. Kidd said AD is doing “extremely […]

Dallas MavericksMavericks' Kyrie Irving drops 'awkward' NSFW Luka Doncic battle admission

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Lakers earned a 107-99 victory against the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday night. The Mavs fell short as Luka Doncic led LA to a win in his first game against his former team. Kyrie Irving did everything he could in the defeat, though, scoring 35 points to lead all players […]

Dallas MavericksJason Kidd drops Luka Doncic, LeBron James truth bomb before Mavericks-Lakers clash

LOS ANGELES — Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers are set to host the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday night. Of course, it will be the first time that Doncic plays against the Mavs in his career. Dallas head coach Jason Kidd made an honest admission about Doncic and LeBron James before the contest. “Probably […]

Dallas MavericksWhy Kyrie Irving was hilariously 'pissed' at Max Christie before Pelicans-Mavericks game

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks defeated the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday night, winning by a final score of 111-103. Kyrie Irving and PJ Washington led the Mavs, while Max Christie enjoyed another strong performance. However, Irving admitted that he was “pissed” at Christie before the game. “Max beat me (to the arena) today… I […]

Dallas MavericksJason Kidd drops honest admission on small-ball Mavericks' versus Zion Williamson

DALLAS — Kyrie Irving and the Dallas Mavericks earned a 111-103 victory against Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday night. The Mavs are currently without four centers due to injuries, so Williamson made an effort to back down defenders in the post throughout the affair. He ended up recording 29 points, seven […]

Dallas MavericksMavericks' Kyrie Irving fires PJ Washington warning to rest of NBA

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks defeated the New Orleans Pelicans by a final score of 111-103 on Friday night. It was a quality way to return from the All-Star break, as Dallas now holds a 31-26 record. Kyrie Irving and PJ Washington led the way in the victory. Kyrie recorded 35 points, four assists and […]

Dallas MavericksJason Kidd reveals secret behind Mavericks hot streak after controversial Luka Doncic trade

The Dallas Mavericks have become the laughingstock of the NBA world following their controversial decision to trade away Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for Anthony Davis, Max Christie, and a 2029 first-round pick. To make matters worse, Davis has only played in one game for the Mavericks as he succumbed to […]

Dallas MavericksJason Kidd reveals Mavericks' secret to success amid injury trouble

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks are set to play their first game since the All-Star break on Friday night against the New Orleans Pelicans. Dallas is attempting to find success amid the team’s injury trouble. While speaking to reporters before the game, Mavs head coach Jason Kidd revealed that the team’s energy and effort is […]

San Antonio SpursSpurs' Chris Paul supplants Jason Kidd as No. 2 all-time steals leader

San Antonio Spurs veteran guard Chris Paul surpassed Jason Kidd on the NBA’s all-time steals list. Heading into the Spurs’ matchup with the Phoenix Suns on Thursday, Paul had 2,684 steals throughout his career. He was even with Kidd, who made the same number of steals throughout his 19-year playing career. It didn’t take long […]

Dallas MavericksDante Exum gets 100% real on leading Mavericks vs. Heat amid plethora of injuries

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks earned their second consecutive win on Thursday despite eight players being ruled out due to injuries. Anthony Davis, Kyrie Irving and Klay Thompson were among the Mavericks who did not play in the team’s 118-113 win against the Miami Heat. Dante Exum was ready to step up, though. Dante Exum […]

Dallas MavericksJason Kidd reveals what he's learned from Mavericks' challenging injury situation

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks have endured an injury-plagued 2024-25 season. In fact, eight players are ruled out due to injury on Thursday against the Miami Heat, including Kyrie Irving and Klay Thompson. While speaking to reporters before the game, Mavs head coach Jason Kidd revealed what he has learned from the team’s challenging injury […]

Dallas MavericksMavericks' Jason Kidd breaks silence on missing recent press conference

DALLAS — It has been a challenging couple of weeks for the Dallas Mavericks. The Mavs have received backlash from fans following the Luka Doncic trade. Additionally, the team is dealing with no shortage of injuries. Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd surprisingly missed Monday night’s postgame press conference following the team’s 129-128 defeat against the […]

Dallas MavericksDisarray in Dallas: Mavericks' Luka Doncic trade fallout reaches bizarre levels

DALLAS — Monday night’s Sacramento Kings-Dallas Mavericks clash was far from an ordinary NBA game. In fact, it was one of the strangest NBA nights in recent memory. Between fans getting ejected, Mark Cuban yelling at fans, a coach not speaking after the game and more, this Monday night contest featured plenty of distractions. So […]

Dallas MavericksMavericks' Jason Kidd bails on postgame media in unprecedented move

Dallas Mavericks coach Jason Kidd made a surprising move on Monday night, following the team’s loss to Sacramento. Kidd skipped the postgame media conference, per The Dallas Morning News. The move truly baffled the assembled reporters. “I’ve covered the NBA for 13 seasons and never before seen this,” NBA reporter Tim Cato said on X, […]

Dallas MavericksMavericks' Jason Kidd provides latest Anthony Davis injury update

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks are set to host the Sacramento Kings on Monday night. It was recently revealed that Anthony Davis could miss up to a month with a left adductor strain. Ahead of Monday’s game, Mavs head coach Jason Kidd said there is no specific injury timeline yet as Davis continues to be […]

Dallas MavericksJason Kidd, Mavericks lose coach due to Luka Doncic trade

Things haven’t been going well with the Dallas Mavericks over the last week or so. Ever since the shocking news broke that the Mavericks were trading Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers, things have gone from bad to worse in Dallas. Fans have been protesting, and nobody seems to like the move. Now, the […]

Dallas MavericksMavericks' Jason Kidd gives 'freedom of speech' message after Luka Doncic trade

The Dallas Mavericks faithful are still in some ways despondent over the shocking trade of Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers, and Mavs head coach Jason Kidd says the fans are well within their right to express their sadness and frustration. When the Mavericks traded Doncic, their franchise cornerstone, to the Lakers, Dallas fans […]

Dallas MavericksNBA rumors: Mavericks gave Luka Doncic time off in November to lose weight

February 1 will be remembered forever in the basketball world as one of the wildest days in NBA history. The Dallas Mavericks shockingly traded Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis, which caught everyone by surprise. Reports have surfaced on just why the Mavs let go of their franchise cornerstone and it […]

Dallas MavericksWhy Mavericks need more than a championship to redeem Luka Doncic trade

The date is June 17, 2024. The Dallas Mavericks were just defeated by the Boston Celtics by a final score of 106-88 in Game 5 of the NBA Finals at the TD Garden. With the victory, Boston clinched the championship, earning a five-game series win. Dallas’ franchise superstar Luka Doncic proved that he could lead […]

Dallas MavericksMavericks coach Jason Kidd allegedly didn't know about Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis trade talks

It’s fair to say that in the immediate aftermath of Saturday night’s blockbuster deal that sent Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for Anthony Davis, Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison may be the most unpopular man in Dallas since J.R. Ewing — Yes, that’s a Dallas joke, and yes, that show is well […]

Dallas MavericksMavericks' Kyrie Irving delivers brutally honest assessment of Zion Williamson's career

NEW ORLEANS — The Dallas Mavericks narrowly emerged victorious on Wednesday, earning a 137-136 win against the New Orleans Pelicans. Kyrie Irving and PJ Washington led the way for Dallas, while Zion Williamson and Trey Murphy III helped the Pelicans keep the game competitive. Williamson’s all-around impact certainly caught the Mavs’ attention. I asked Kyrie […]

Dallas MavericksLatest Mavericks' Dante Exum injury update suggests return could be soon

NEW ORLEANS — Naji Marshall and Dante Exum both received encouraging updates on Tuesday. Marshall, who had been dealing with an illness, was upgraded to questionable for the Dallas Mavericks-New Orleans Pelicans game on Wednesday. Exum, who has yet to play during the 2024-25 season after undergoing preseason wrist surgery, was upgraded to doubtful. Marshall […]

Dallas MavericksMavericks' Jason Kidd gives Kyrie Irving honest All-Star endorsement

NEW ORLEANS — The Dallas Mavericks and New Orleans Pelicans will go head-to-head in a road game on Wednesday night. With the NBA All-Star Game reserves set to be announced on Thursday, Mavs head coach Jason Kidd explained why he believes Kyrie Irving deserves a spot on the roster. “Luka and Kai are our All-Stars,” […]

Dallas MavericksMavericks' Klay Thompson drops humble truth bomb that will inspire 24 Hour Fitness hoopers

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks earned an important 130-108 victory against the Washington Wizards on Monday night. Klay Thompson led the way, scoring 23 points while shooting 8-15 from the field and 7-12 from beyond the arc. Not only was Klay incredibly efficient in the game, he also tied the Mavs’ franchise record for most […]

Dallas MavericksMavericks forward Naji Marshall's lingering illness gets update from Jason Kidd

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks’ injury concerns have been impossible to ignore in 2024-25. Naji Marshall, however, continues to deal with an illness. Mavs head coach Jason Kidd provided a Marshall update before Monday’s game against the Washington Wizards. “He’s doing good, he feels better,” Kidd said of Marshall. Mavericks’ Naji Marshall “feels better,” but […]

Dallas MavericksNew Mavericks center breaks silence on sudden move to Dallas

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks need all of the help they can get right now, especially at the center position. Dereck Lively II, Maxi Kleber and Dwight Powell are all out with injuries, leaving Daniel Gafford as the team’s only available center. That will change on Monday against the Washington Wizards, however, as 27-year-old Kylor […]

Brooklyn NetsFormer Nets Jason Kidd, Richard Jefferson send heartwarming messages to Vince Carter

On Saturday evening, the Brooklyn Nets retired the jersey of former All-Star Vince Carter during the halftime period of their game against the Miami Heat. Carter spent four seasons in a Nets uniform when the team was located in New Jersey, leading the organization to three playoff appearances and securing multiple All-Star berths during that […]

Dallas MavericksJason Kidd delivers ‘tough’ admission about Mavericks’ mounting injuries

A season ago, the Dallas Mavericks used a strong trade deadline to power a run to the NBA Finals. This season, the Mavericks are pace for the play-in, currently sitting in ninth place in the Western Conference standings. A big reason for the Mavericks uneven season has been their injury woes. Following the Mavericks’ 122-107 […]

Dallas MavericksMavericks' Luka Doncic gets new injury update from Jason Kidd

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks will host the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday night. Before the game, Mavs head coach Jason Kidd provided a Luka Doncic injury update. Jason Kidd provides a Luka Doncic injury update. “He is trending in the right direction.”#MFFL pic.twitter.com/tlr7KIaJX5 — Joey Mistretta (@JoeyMistretta_) January 22, 2025 “He’s trending in the right […]

Dallas MavericksMavericks' honest explanation for costly mistakes in frustrating Hornets loss

CHARLOTTE — The Charlotte Hornets defeated the Dallas Mavericks by a final score of 110-105 on Monday. It was a frustrating defeat for the Mavs, who fell to 23-20 with the loss. Meanwhile, the Hornets earned the upset at home and now hold an 11-28 record. Turnovers told the story for the Mavs, as they […]

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