The 2026‑27 NBA season kicks off on October 20 with a slate of games broadcast free on NBC. Tonight’s marquee matchups include Boston vs. Detroit, where the Pistons pull out a 121‑113 win behind Paul George’s 38 points, and the defending champs 76ers open at MSG against the Knicks featuring LeBron James, Jaylen Brown and Joel Embiid. Later, the Spurs face the Thunder in a Western Conference showdown. Fans can catch all action on NBC without a cable subscription.
The Mavericks could be the next stop for Walter Clayton Jr., provided the former first-round pick clears waivers. Dallas has emerged as “a leading contender” to sign Clayton following his release by the Grizzlies, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line. The Mavericks have an open two-way spot after waiving John Poulakidas, giving them […]
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In a roundtable hosted by Mavs Moneyball, analysts weigh in on the Dallas Mavericks' 2026‑27 outlook. Predictions range from Joe’s 9‑seed play‑in run powered by sophomore phenom Cooper Flagg, to Matt’s 38‑44 record as the West’s 10th seed, and Michael’s optimistic 44‑win, #9 seed forecast despite early‑season setbacks. Sudarshan sees a 30‑52 finish at the 11th or 12th seed, while Salvador projects 36‑46 and a 10th seed. The panel highlights Flagg’s breakout, Kyrie Irving’s return, and Dusty May’s first‑year challenges.
The Dallas Mavericks will be without Tarik Biberovic for their first game against the Houston Rockets as he deals with right heel bursitis, making their shooting look even more concerning than it already does.
The Dallas Mavericks could give Walter Clayton Jr. a fresh start after his release from Memphis, and Dallas' backcourt needs make him an intriguing fit.
Kyrie Irving, entering his 16th season and turning 35 in March, says he can’t picture playing in the NBA at 42, noting the league has become “more robotic” with social media and gambling pressures. Irving holds a $42.4 million player option for 2027‑28, which would keep him at 36. Meanwhile, the Mavericks waive veteran Dwight Powell, who Irving says will be “severely missed,” while coach Dusty May anticipates Powell could sign elsewhere. With Dereck Lively II still rehabbing, reserve Moussa Cisse may see more minutes. Injury updates ahead of the season opener vs. Houston: Max Christie is cleared, Tarik Biberovic out with heel bursitis, and Santi Aldama close to return. Rookie Morez Johnson Jr. will be used at power forward and center, offering flexibility amid lingering injuries.
Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving still loves playing basketball. He’s less enthusiastic about everything that comes with being an NBA player. And while he hasn’t announced a retirement date, Irving doesn’t envision following LeBron James into his 40s. “I don’t look at it as comparing my years to other people, but just how much love I […]
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The Dallas Mavericks are now the favorite to land guard Walter Clayton after he clears waivers from Memphis. Clayton, the 2025 first‑round pick (18th overall) who averaged 7.8 points, 4.0 assists and 2.0 rebounds in 69 games last season, is eligible for a two‑way deal, and Dallas has an open slot after cutting John Poulakidas. While Sacramento, Miami and Golden State have shown interest, Marc Stein of The Stein Line says the Mavericks are likely to sign him, overtaking Seth Lundy for the two‑way roster spot. Clayton must go unclaimed by Wednesday before becoming an unrestricted free agent.
The Dallas Mavericks are positioning themselves as the top suitor for guard Walter Clayton Jr., who will clear waivers Wednesday after the Memphis Grizzlies cut him to meet the 15‑player roster deadline. Dallas has an open two‑way slot after waiving center Dwight Powell, John Poulakidas and Seth Lundy, and could sign Clayton to a two‑way deal, though the exact terms remain unknown. Clayton, the 2025 first‑round pick (18th overall), posted 7.8 points, 4.0 assists and a 90.1% free‑throw rate in 69 games last season, splitting time between Utah and Memphis. If unclaimed, his $4.2 M rookie salary stays with Memphis and his 2027‑28 third‑year option is declined.
The Los Angeles Lakers waived Dalton Knecht, and with the Dallas Mavericks needing more 3-point shooting, he would be a great pickup for them.
The Dallas Mavericks have an open roster spot after waiving John Poulakidas, and they should consider signing Walter Clayton Jr., Koby Brea, or Seth Lundy to fill it.
Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving believes the NBA has changed considerably since he entered the league in 2011, particularly because of the increasing influence of social media and gambling. Irving, who is beginning his 16th NBA season, said the league has become “less human” and “more robotic” compared with his early years as a professional. […]
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Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving does not anticipate continuing his NBA career into his 40s, despite several veteran stars remaining active at an advanced age. Irving, who turns 35 in March, is entering his 16th NBA season and has begun considering how much longer he wants to play professionally. His former Cleveland Cavaliers teammate LeBron […]
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The Mavericks open the 2026‑27 season with a brutal six‑game stretch, facing the Rockets (52‑30) twice, the Spurs (62‑20), Thunder (64‑18), Pacers and Heat. While the Pacers could surge with Tyrese Halliburton’s return and the Heat added Giannis Antetokounmpo, Dallas’ roster—led by second‑year forward Cooper Flagg and a healthy Kyrie Irving—must navigate one of the toughest starts in recent memory. After a 3‑10 debut last season and a 23‑46 finish, a 2‑4 or 1‑5 start is likely, but a 3‑3 opening could signal a surprising bounce‑back under first‑year coach and new GM Masai Ujiri.
The Mavericks enter 2026‑27 with Kyrie Irving back from injury and rookie Cooper Flagg poised to become a top‑15 player, averaging around 25 points. New additions like Morez Johnson Jr., Sergio De Larrea and veteran help from P.J. Washington and Daniel Gafford give the team a mix of youth and experience. The authors set an over/under of 33.5 wins (currently +100) and predict a Southwest third‑place finish, a play‑in spot, and even a long‑shot 45‑win season. Key bets include Flagg hitting 24 points per game and the Mavericks beating Washington. While playoff chances remain uncertain, the preview promises a more entertaining, competitive Dallas squad.
Michigan basketball enters 2026-27 under Mike Boynton Jr. after Dusty May left for the Dallas Mavericks. A narrow exhibition win exposed early concerns.
The Dallas Mavericks waive veteran center Dwight Powell on Oct. 20, 2026, ending a 12‑season stint that spanned the tail end of Dirk Nowitzki, the Luka Dončić era, and the rise of Cooper Flagg. Powell averaged 7 points and 4 rebounds in 17 minutes, ranking in the franchise’s top‑10 for rebounds and top‑5 for bench scoring and games played. Beyond the court, he’s known as one of the NBA’s few poets, linking his writing to his basketball mindset and using it for community outreach, such as the 2022 Mavs Reading Challenge. His departure signals the loss of both a steady contributor and a unique artistic voice.
The Dallas Mavericks kick off the 2026-27 season on Oct. 21 at Houston, wrapping up the 82‑game schedule on Apr. 11, 2027, versus Memphis. Fans can expect at least 21 nationally televised games—8 on NBC, 6 on ESPN, 4 on Prime, 2 on Peacock, and 1 on ABC—plus additional slots on local KFAA (with five simulcast on WFAA). Non‑local viewers will need NBA League Pass or MavsTV+, and to catch every game you’ll likely require both Prime and Peacock subscriptions. Radio coverage is provided by 105.3 FM The Fan (English) and 99.1 FM Zona MX (Spanish).
Dallas Mavericks waive veteran center Dwight Powell after 12 seasons, prompting an emotional response from Kyrie Irving, the team’s longest‑tenured player. Irving praised Powell’s professionalism, leadership and community impact, calling him a “good human” whose energy will be missed. Powell, a 6'10" player acquired in a 2014 trade, finishes fourth in franchise field‑goal percentage (60.6%), fifth in games played (763) and ranks high in rebounds and blocks. Mavericks president Masai Ujiri and new head coach Dusty May lauded his contributions. Powell will clear waivers Wednesday and become an unrestricted free agent ahead of the season opener vs. the Houston Rockets.
The Mavericks select Michigan forward Morez Johnson Jr. ninth overall, banking on his defensive grit, rebounding, and high‑motor play rather than offense. In college he posted 13.1 points, 7.3 rebounds and 1.1 blocks while shooting 62.3% and earned Big Ten All‑Defensive and NCAA All‑Tournament honors. Dallas hopes he can guard multiple positions, switch onto wings, and protect the paint, especially with Dereck Lively II and Santi Aldama sidelined early. The best‑case scenario sees Johnson becoming a versatile front‑court defender and bench spark, while the worst case limits him to a typical rookie role if his perimeter defense falters. The season’s goal: discover whether he can thrive at NBA speed as a four/five defender and reliable screener.
Kyrie Irving does not envision extending his NBA career into his early 40s, saying the demands of the modern league have made him reconsider how much longer he wants to play. Speaking to reporters on Monday, October 19, the Dallas Mavericks guard explained that his decision will depend not only on his love of basketball […]
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Kyrie Irving declares he’s “really excited” to return to regular‑season action as the Dallas Mavericks open their 2026‑27 campaign against the Houston Rockets on Oct. 21. The guard, who tore his left ACL on March 3, 2025 and missed the last 19 months, will debut after two preseason outings (17 and 18 points). Irving, who averaged 24.7 points, 4.8 rebounds and 4.6 assists in 2024‑25, says the rivalry game will test his health and readiness. He stresses a day‑by‑day approach, aims to be at 100%, and looks forward to challenging opponents like the Pacers, Spurs, Heat and Thunder in the early schedule.
Coach Dusty May says rookie 9th‑overall pick Morez Johnson Jr. will split time at power forward and center for the Dallas Mavericks. After debuting at center in the Oct. 9 preseason loss to Houston and missing the Oct. 14 game with shin splints, Johnson returned for a 135‑111 defeat at Atlanta, where May praised his physicality, defensive tenacity and rebounding hustle. Injuries to Dereck Lively II, Santi Aldama and Moussa Cisse could dictate Johnson’s role, but May envisions him as a versatile “guard one through five” piece as his offensive game develops. Dallas opens the regular season Wednesday at Houston, with the home opener Saturday versus the Spurs.
Rookie Sergio de Larrea is shaping up as a genuine rotation option for the Dallas Mavericks, coach Dusty May says after three preseason outings. The 25th overall pick posted 10.0 points and 5.3 assists per game, highlighted by 11 points and 6 assists in his debut on Oct. 9 and a 9‑point, 7‑rebound, 4‑assist effort in a 132‑115 win over Houston. De Larrea emphasizes unselfish play, citing his passing and floor vision as his biggest contributions. He broke the franchise Summer League assists record with 12 and 14 in back‑to‑back games and finished plus‑34 in the Oct. 11 win, the highest on the floor. Dallas will face Houston again on Oct. 23 before opening its home slate against the Spurs.
Mavericks coach Dusty May says rookie center Moussa Cissé will earn playing time after Dallas waived Dwight Powell and retained Cissé on a fully guaranteed $2.2 M contract. May praises Cissé’s rim‑protection, lower‑body strength work, and athletic screener abilities, noting injuries to Dereck Lively II and Santi Aldama open opportunities. Cissé posted 4.5 points, 5.7 rebounds and 1.2 blocks in his 2025‑26 rookie season, shooting 57.4% in 38 games. May also highlights preseason rebounding struggles and rookie Cooper Flagg’s 12‑board effort. Dallas opens the season vs. Houston on Oct. 21.