Mavericks vs. Spurs Prediction: Preview, Injury Report, Advantages, And X-Factors
The Dallas Mavericks host the San Antonio Spurs at American Airlines Center on Saturday, October 24, at 8:00 PM ET.
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Mavericks rule Kyrie Irving out for Spurs game amid Cooper Flagg injury
With Dallas Mavericks head coach Dusty May getting his first win in the 121-105 victory over the Indiana Pacers, the team is now dealing with injuries to two key players. As Mavericks star Cooper Flagg is battling a shoulder sprain, the status has now been revealed for Kyrie Irving and his listing for Saturday’s contest […] The post Mavericks rule Kyrie Irving out for Spurs game amid Cooper Flagg injury appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Cooper Flagg (Left Shoulder) To Be Reevaluated Next Week
Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg suffers a mild left‑shoulder sprain, revealed by an MRI after Friday’s win in Indiana. He will miss the home opener against San Antonio on Saturday and will be reevaluated next week, with his return uncertain for the Monday, Wednesday and Friday games. The 2025 No. 1 overall pick, Rookie of the Year, is averaging 23.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 3.0 steals and 1.0 block in the first two games of the 2026‑27 season. Flagg joins nine other Mavericks on the injury report, including Kyrie Irving and Max Christie, as Dallas adopts a cautious approach to early‑season injuries.
Dallas Mavericks List 10 Players On Injury Report vs. San Antonio Spurs, Including Kyrie Irving And Cooper Flagg
The Mavericks enter their home opener against the San Antonio Spurs with 10 players listed on the injury report. Kyrie Irving (left knee management) and rookie Cooper Flagg (left shoulder sprain) are among the questionable, while Max Christie, Zaccharie Risacher and Morez Johnson Jr. also miss time. Jett Howard is doubtful with calf tightness, and Santi Aldama, Tarik Biberović, Dereck Lively II and Caleb Martin are out after surgeries or sprains. Despite the setbacks, Irving scored 24 points in Friday’s 121‑105 win at Indiana, his second game back from a torn ACL. Coach Dusty May says the staff is proceeding cautiously early in the season.
Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg battling shoulder sprain, to be re-evaluated next week
Cooper Flagg will be on the sidelines for a brief period after picking up a shoulder injury during the Dallas Mavericks’ game against the Indiana Pacers on Friday night. Flagg started the second season of his budding NBA career. He earned multiple accolades as a rookie last season, winning Rookie of the Year as he […] The post Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg battling shoulder sprain, to be re-evaluated next week appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Cooper Flagg diagnosed with mild shoulder sprain after MRI
Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg has been diagnosed with a mild left shoulder sprain following an MRI examination, the team announced. The small forward will be re-evaluated next week, leaving his immediate availability uncertain as Dallas monitors his recovery. Flagg sustained the injury during the Mavericks’ recent game against the Indiana Pacers after landing awkwardly […] The post Cooper Flagg diagnosed with mild shoulder sprain after MRI appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jeremy Sochan set to join Texas Legends as No. 1 pick in G League Draft
Former San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks forward Jeremy Sochan is expected to be selected with the first overall pick in the NBA G League Draft, according to HoopsHype. The 23-year-old will join the Texas Legends, the Dallas Mavericks’ G League affiliate, as he looks to rebuild his career and earn another opportunity in […] The post Jeremy Sochan set to join Texas Legends as No. 1 pick in G League Draft appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Dallas Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg Has Mild Left Shoulder Sprain, Out Against San Antonio Spurs
The Dallas Mavericks announce that rookie star Cooper Flagg suffers a mild left shoulder sprain and will miss Saturday’s home opener against the San Antonio Spurs. An MRI confirmed the injury after Flagg was fouled by Aaron Nesmith with 59.7 seconds left in the first half of the 121‑105 win at Indiana, where he scored 14 points in 17 minutes. Flagg, the 2025 first‑overall pick and last season’s Rookie of the Year, had also poured 32 points in the season‑opening loss at Houston. The team, already dealing with multiple injuries, will re‑evaluate Flagg next week.
Dusty May cracked the code to unlock Zaccharie Risacher for the Mavericks
Dallas Mavericks head coach Dusty May needs to unleash Zaccharie Risacher defensively, while not forcing him to do too much offensively, to fully unlock his game.
Mavericks better hope Cooper Flagg's scary shoulder injury isn't serious
The Dallas Mavericks better hope that Cooper Flagg's shoulder injury from Friday night's game against the Indiana Pacers isn't serious, as the team needs him healthy badly to remain competitive amid a brutal early-season stretch.
Rui Hachimura Reflects On Lakers Tenure; Explains Luka Doncic Interactions During Clippers Game
Rui Hachimura faces his former team, the Los Angeles Lakers, for the first time since leaving in free agency to join the Clippers. The 28‑year‑old posted 16 points, six rebounds and two steals in a 125‑117 Clippers loss, but says he cherished the warm reception from ex‑teammates and coaches. Hachimura, who signed a two‑year, $28 million deal (with a $14 million option) with LA, also recapped playful trash‑talk with Luka Dončić, who joked about missing him despite a light‑hearted post‑game interview. The two will meet again when the Lakers visit the Clippers next Wednesday, the second of four Pacific Division clashes this season.
NBA injury report for Saturday, October 24: LeBron James questionable
The Dallas Mavericks have added several names to the NBA injury report for Saturday, October 24, with Kyrie Irving listed as questionable and Cooper Flagg ruled out ahead of their game against the San Antonio Spurs. LeBron James remains out for the Philadelphia 76ers, while the latest report also includes updates for Washington, Chicago, Denver […] The post NBA injury report for Saturday, October 24: LeBron James questionable appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Naji Marshall is fully embracing the enforcer role the Mavericks need from him
Naji Marshall was the Dallas Mavericks' enforcer when he came to Cooper Flagg's defense amidst a dirty play by Aaron Nesmith of the Indiana Pacers, and this is exactly what the Mavericks need from Marshall.
NBA Round Up: 10 Players Fight Over Cooper Flagg Incident, Tatum Responds to Brown, Durant’s Mid-Game Scuffle & More
The NBA season has barely been underway for a few hours, yet there’s no shortage of drama for fans to unpack. Cooper Flagg’s frightening fall set off a confrontation between the Mavericks and Pacers, while Kevin Durant and De’Aaron Fox got into a heated exchange in another game. And away from the on-court clashes, Jayson […] The post NBA Round Up: 10 Players Fight Over Cooper Flagg Incident, Tatum Responds to Brown, Durant’s Mid-Game Scuffle & More appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Yaxel Lendeborg Dismisses Backlash For Criticizing Luka Doncic: “He’s Not Michael Jordan”
Yaxel Lendeborg will talk trash to Luka Doncic the next time they face off.
‘A Natural Connection’: Kyrie Irving On Tyrese Haliburton’s Return And Coming Back From Major Injury
Kyrie Irving celebrates Tyrese Haliburton’s first home game back after tearing his Achilles in the 2025 NBA Finals, cheering a 121-105 Mavericks win over the Pacers. Irving, who returned from a left‑ACL tear in March 2025, scores 24 points and reflects on the shared injury journey, emphasizing family support and mental resilience. Haliburton posts 18 points, six rebounds and seven assists, though he goes cold from three. The matchup highlights the rivalry between Dallas and Indiana, with the teams set to meet again on Nov. 9 in Dallas.
‘In Good Spirits’: Cooper Flagg To Be Evaluated For Left Shoulder Soreness After Flagrant Foul In Indiana
Cooper Flagg exits the Mavericks’ 121‑105 win over Indiana with left‑shoulder soreness after a flagrant‑1 foul by Aaron Nesmith with 59.7 seconds left in the first half. Flagg finished with 14 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists and a plus‑34 in 17 minutes before the injury forced a substitution. Both Nesmith and Naji Marshall receive technical fouls, and Kyrie Irving urges better on‑court awareness. Coach Dusty May says Flagg is in good spirits but a full evaluation, possibly an MRI, will take a few days. The Mavs, already missing several players, host the Spurs Saturday night.
Cooper Flagg suffers shoulder injury in Mavericks win over Pacers
Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg was unable to return for the second half of Friday’s 121-105 victory over the Indiana Pacers after suffering a shoulder injury. Flagg sustained the injury while attempting a breakaway dunk when Indiana’s Aaron Nesmith committed a flagrant foul. The Mavericks youngster landed awkwardly on his shoulder following the contact. Although […] The post Cooper Flagg suffers shoulder injury in Mavericks win over Pacers appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Steve Kerr criticizes Yaxel Lendeborg’s defense despite Luka Doncic matchup
Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr praised rookie Yaxel Lendeborg’s competitiveness but criticized his focus on individual defensive statistics following the team’s blowout loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. Lendeborg exchanged words with Luka Doncic during Wednesday’s season opener and later claimed he had “lost all respect” for the Lakers superstar because of his […] The post Steve Kerr criticizes Yaxel Lendeborg’s defense despite Luka Doncic matchup appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Mavericks ran a smear campaign against Luka Doncic after Lakers trade
The Dallas Mavericks reportedly attempted to damage Luka Doncic’s reputation following their controversial decision to trade the Slovenian superstar to the Los Angeles Lakers in February 2025. According to The Athletic’s Sam Amick, Dallas conducted a smear campaign aimed at justifying the blockbuster trade, which shocked the NBA and ended Doncic’s tenure with the franchise. […] The post Mavericks ran a smear campaign against Luka Doncic after Lakers trade appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Game Preview: San Antonio Spurs vs. Dallas Mavericks
The Spurs, 0-2 after close losses to the Thunder and Rockets, aim to snap their skid against a shorthanded Dallas Mavericks (1-1) on Oct. 24 at 8 p.m. CT. With key injuries on both sides—Tobias Harris and Jayden Quaintance out for San Antonio, and Cooper Flagg, Santi Aldama, Tarik Biberović and Dereck Lively sidelined for Dallas—the spotlight falls on Victor Wembanyama’s potential MVP night and Kyrie Irving’s scoring load. Coach Dusty May expects the Spurs to exploit Dallas’s missing interior help and contain Irving, who averages over 22 points versus San Antonio. A win could give the Spurs their first victory of the season.
Kyrie Irving leads Mavericks to win over Pacers
Kyrie Irving scored 24 points as the Dallas Mavericks defeated the Indiana Pacers 121-105 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Friday night, spoiling Tyrese Haliburton’s return to his home court and securing the first win under new head coach Dusty May. Irving shot 8-for-15 from the field and made five of his 10 three-point attempts as Dallas […] The post Kyrie Irving leads Mavericks to win over Pacers appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
NBA Notes: Mavericks, Cooper Flagg, Warriors, Stephen Curry, Hornets
Mavericks The Mavericks got their bounce-back win. Now they’ll wait to find out what it cost them. Cooper Flagg left Friday’s 121-105 road victory over the Pacers after landing on his left shoulder following a hard foul from Aaron Nesmith near halftime. Flagg shot his free throws before heading to the locker room and was […] The post NBA Notes: Mavericks, Cooper Flagg, Warriors, Stephen Curry, Hornets appeared first on Hoops Wire .
3 things to know before the Dallas Mavericks home opener against the San Antonio Spurs
The Dallas Mavericks open their season at home against the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday after a 121‑105 preseason win over Indiana. Cooper Flagg, who posted 17 points, five rebounds and six assists before leaving with a shoulder sprain, is ruled out, leaving the Mavs to rely on depth and a potential Kyrie Irving return—his first regular‑season action since tearing his ACL in March 2025. Meanwhile, Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama, fresh off a 40‑point performance against Dallas last year, is expected to dominate. Both teams are coming off back‑to‑back games, so workload management could shape the contest.
Mavericks’ Naji Marshall talks standing up for Cooper Flagg after hard Aaron Nesmith collision
The Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg was unable to finish Friday’s matchup against the Indiana Pacers after a hard foul from Aaron Nesmith forced him to leave the game early. Mavericks forward Naji Marshall came to the second-year star’s defense during the on-court confrontation and reaffirmed his support for his teammate after the game. When […] The post Mavericks’ Naji Marshall talks standing up for Cooper Flagg after hard Aaron Nesmith collision appeared first on ClutchPoints .
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