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DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks are looking to clinch a first-round series victory in Game 6 against the Los Angeles Clippers on Friday night. On Friday morning, the team held a shoot-around at the American Airlines Center. Emerging defensive star Derrick Jones Jr. took some time for an exclusive interview with ClutchPoints after the shoot-around. […]

The Dallas Mavericks need a spark for their 3-point shooting. Dallas is shooting just 32.8 percent from beyond the arc through the first four games of their first-round series against the Los Angeles Clippers, per StatMuse. On Tuesday after practice, Mavs head coach Jason Kidd said Dante Exum will play a “big part in Game […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Clippers are set to go head-to-head on Wednesday night in LA in Game 5 of their playoff series. The Clippers defeated the Mavs in Game 4 to even the series up at two games apiece. Now, Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd is tasked with the difficult challenge […]

The Dallas Mavericks almost pulled off an improbable 31-point comeback on Sunday in Game 4 of their playoff series against the Los Angeles Clippers. Dallas ended up falling just short, losing by a final score of 116-111. One of the primary discussions after the game revolved around Jason Kidd’s fourth quarter lineup. Clippers star James […]

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 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 are gearing up for Game 3 of their first round playoff series with the Los Angeles Clippers. Dallas has momentum following their 96-93 Game 2 victory in LA, but the Mavs are also dealing with some injury trouble. Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd revealed that Tim Hardaway Jr. and Olivier-Maxence […]

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 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 […]

One would think that a squad without Kawhi Leonard would be easy to expose in the first round of the NBA Playoffs. The expectation was for Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving to pop off while their supporting cast could hold it down on defense and be serviceable in terms of production. That was not at […]

The Dallas Mavericks are set to begin their 2024 postseason journey on Sunday against the Los Angeles Clippers. The series is important for all parties involved, but it may end up meaning a little extra for Luka Doncic, the 25-year-old phenom who has emerged as arguably the best player in the league. Doncic has been […]

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 […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks practiced Friday before leaving for Los Angeles. With their first round playoff series against the Los Angeles Clippers set to begin on Sunday, head coach Jason Kidd provided the latest injury update. Kidd said that Tim Hardaway Jr., who is dealing with an illness, did not practice Friday. The Mavs […]

DALLAS — Dereck Lively II missed time towards the end of the 2023-24 regular season due to a knee injury. However, he is dealing with much more serious circumstances outside of basketball. Lively’s mother, Kathy Drysdale, passed away after a battle with cancer last Friday. Lively made the announcement on social media Friday, and the […]

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 […]

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 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 […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks are playing the Detroit Pistons on Friday night, but that was not the primary focus ahead of tip-off. Rookie center Dereck Lively II announced that his mother, Kathy Drysdale, passed away after a lengthy battle with cancer. Lively made the announcement on his Instagram: “My heart breaks saying goodbye to […]

The Dallas Mavericks have won 16 of their past 18 games. Dallas has no shortage of positive momentum with the playoffs right around the corner. Head coach Jason Kidd, who received criticism during the Mavs’ 2022-23 season and early in the 2023-24 campaign, has now become a contract extension candidate. Overall, Kidd has enjoyed a […]

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 […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks are playing the Houston Rockets on Sunday at the American Airlines Center. Dallas enters the game in fifth place in the Western Conference, sitting just two games behind the Los Angeles Clippers for the No. 4 seed. Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving have continued to perform at elite levels for […]

The Dallas Mavericks defeated the Golden State Warriors 108-106 on Friday night. The victory was especially impressive as Dallas won despite Luka Doncic’s absence. The Mavs superstar missed the game due to right knee soreness, but will he return on Sunday against the Houston Rockets? The answer is yes, as Doncic is now listed as […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks hosted the Golden State Warriors on Friday night. Dallas earned a thrilling 108-106 victory despite Luka Doncic’s injury absence due to right knee soreness. PJ Washington and Kyrie Irving stepped up to lead the way in the win. The Mavs defense told the story on Thursday against the Atlanta Hawks. […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks earned a 109-95 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Thursday night. It was a quality bounce-back win after the Mavs ended their previous five-game road trip with a defeat at the hands of the Golden State Warriors. Overall, the Mavs have now won five of their past six games. The […]

The Dallas Mavericks need all the frontcourt help they could help to keep the duo of Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving running. Coach Jason Kidd already enlisted the help of Daniel Gafford and PJ Washington. They have been phenomenal additions to this squad but having more depth is a good problem to have. Unfortunately, this […]

Every Luka Doncic game is like a masterpiece akin to a Pablo Picasso work, if you ask Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd. Just take for example Sunday night’s brilliance from the Slovenian superstar which included an incredible underhanded made field goal that left Kidd in awe. “Picasso when you give him the paint brush, […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks are preparing for a five game road trip as the NBA playoffs draw near. Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving have continued to lead the team, while players such as Daniel Gafford and Dereck Lively II have stepped up as well. One player who is not receiving as much attention but […]

In the electrifying ambiance of March Madness, where heroes are born and legends are forged, Tyler Kolek of Marquette University has etched his name in the annals of NCAA Tournament history. His monumental achievement has become a focal point of basketball discussions, as he becomes the first player since the illustrious Jason Kidd in 1993 […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks practiced on Sunday before heading on their upcoming five game road trip. Head coach Jason Kidd talked to the media after practice and spoke glowingly of Kyrie Irving. Irving recently opened up on his first year with the Mavs, as Dallas acquired him before the 2022-23 NBA trade deadline last […]

The Dallas Mavericks are playing the Utah Jazz on Thursday night. Before the game Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd made some intriguing comments about LeBron James’ impact on today’s NBA. Kidd noted that “positions are gone” as superstars like Luka Doncic and Victor Wembanyama can do so many different things on the court. “Yeah, I […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks earned a strong 109-99 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night. However, Luka Doncic left the game with hamstring soreness, and his status for Thursday’s game against the Oklahoma City Thunder is currently not known. Still, the Mavs will head into Oklahoma City with confidence as they look […]

The Dallas Mavericks’ celebration of their 109-99 win over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night will be muted as Luka Doncic had to exit the game early due to hamstring tightness. Now, the Mavs have a short rest period before they take on the Oklahoma City Thunder tomorrow night on the second game of […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks and Golden State Warriors are facing off on Wednesday. Two of the best points guards of in NBA history will be on the floor, with one standing near the Mavs bench and the other running point for Golden State. Before the game, Jason Kidd, Dallas’ head coach, was asked about […]

The Dallas Mavericks are set to host the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night. Mavs guard Dante Exum took some time for an exclusive interview with ClutchPoints before the game. Exum has performed well while on the court in 2023-24. In fact, he’s played a pivotal role at times. Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving have […]

The Dallas Mavericks are slowly climbing out of the play-in with 20 games remaining in the season. Coach Jason Kidd ran insane schemes and made tough rotational calls to edge out the Miami Heat. Execution was also on point for most of his players but when things went south on broken plays, Luka Doncic came […]

The Dallas Mavericks recently signed forward Alex Fudge to a two-way contract. Fudge was previously on a two-way deal with the Los Angeles Lakers and appeared in four games with LA. He performed well at the G League level, averaging 7.8 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks per outing across 18 games with the South […]

Dereck Lively II has played a pivotal role for the Dallas Mavericks in his rookie season. He struggled during Dallas’ 137-120 loss, though, scoring no points and recording just one rebound. Mavs head coach Jason Kidd shared an uplifting message after the game, however, and made a bold prediction for Lively’s future with the team. […]

The Dallas Mavericks were defeated 137-120 by the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday night. It was a frustrating game for Dallas as their defense failed to step up in the loss. Myles Turner, Tyrese Haliburton, and Indiana leaned on their impressive offensive attack throughout the affair. Head coach Jason Kidd and the Mavericks are battling adversity […]