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Tarik Biberovic details what he must do for Mavericks minutes
Tarik Biberovic understands that his shooting ability alone will not be enough to secure regular playing time with the Dallas Mavericks. The former Fenerbahce wing built a reputation as a strong perimeter shooter in Europe, but he is focused on showing Dallas that he can contribute in several other areas. “To stay on the court, […] The post Tarik Biberovic details what he must do for Mavericks minutes appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Tarik Biberovic discusses adjusting to Mavericks system
Tarik Biberovic is learning a different system after moving from Fenerbahce to the Dallas Mavericks, but the rookie does not believe the basketball itself has changed significantly. After spending eight years in Turkey, Biberovic is now adapting to the faster NBA pace and unfamiliar terminology during his first training camp with Dallas. “It’s a new […] The post Tarik Biberovic discusses adjusting to Mavericks system appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Tarik Biberovic explains why he left Fenerbahce for NBA
Tarik Biberovic believes he has reached the right point in his career to leave European basketball and begin his NBA journey with the Dallas Mavericks. The 25-year-old spent eight years with Fenerbahce before making the move to Dallas, arriving with significant EuroLeague experience and a championship on his resume. Asked why he decided to leave […] The post Tarik Biberovic explains why he left Fenerbahce for NBA appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Rival teams expect Mavericks to listen on P.J. Washington
The Mavericks haven’t indicated that they want to trade P.J. Washington. Other teams apparently intend to keep asking. Rival clubs believe Dallas would eventually consider offers for Washington, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line. The reason is straightforward: The Mavericks have a crowd of forwards around Cooper Flagg and Naji Marshall, and new […] The post Rival teams expect Mavericks to listen on P.J. Washington appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Former Luka Doncic Mavericks teammate earns massive trade update
The Dallas Mavericks have remained committed to P.J. Washington, and the veteran forward shares the same belief. Still, that hasn't stopped outside speculation about the future of both sides. Per veteran NBA insider Marc Stein, teams around the league believe the Mavericks will eventually entertain a potential trade involving Washington out of the team's frontcourt logjam. "It is not yet clear whether Washington will start or come off the bench for first-year Mavericks coach Dusty May, but the...
Daniel Gafford's shooting will give Mavericks' offense a new wrinkle
The Dallas Mavericks' plan to improve their 3-point shooting starts with Daniel Gafford. The coaching staff plans to improve his shooting, as they hope it will lead to newfound success.
Mark Cuban reveals his worst ‘Laker moment’
Mark Cuban revealed the worst moment he experienced against the Los Angeles Lakers during his time as Dallas Mavericks owner, recalling a stunning collapse involving Kobe Bryant. Cuban, who bought the Mavericks in 2000, was asked by David Carr about his lowest “Laker moment” as the team’s owner. He pointed to a game early in […] The post Mark Cuban reveals his worst ‘Laker moment’ appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Moneyball Mailbag – Media Day Edition
Welcome back to Moneyball Mailbag! Here we will answer your questions relating to anything and everything Dallas Mavericks. Questions are gathered from our very own Feed, as well as social media and face-to-face. If you asked a question, we’re grateful and thank you for joining in. If you haven’t, please both spread the word and […]
Three-Way Mock Trade Lands Hawks A Perfect Center, Helps Pacers And Mavericks Fill Major Needs
Here is a three-team trade idea that could help the Hawks, Mavericks, and Pacers fix different roster needs without making a full-on blockbuster.
Mavericks guaranteeing Moussa Cisse's contract should end roster debate
Moussa Cisse seemed like the obvious Mavericks cut if they wanted to bring back Dwight Powell, but Dallas guaranteeing his contract makes his roster spot much clearer.
Luka Doncic hasn't disproven Nico Harrison with lean training camp body
Luka Doncic is entering the 2026-27 season in peak physical condition, but that doesn't mean fans aren't skeptical that he can stay healthy.
Mavs Notes: Washington, Christie, Johnson, Biberovic
While Mavericks head coach Dusty May still hasn’t settled on a definitive starting lineup yet, he said Thursday that forward P.J. Washington is in consideration for a spot alongside Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving, writes Grant Afseth of Dallas Sports Journal. As Afseth notes, Washington has started 137 of his 142 regular season appearances with […]
Wizards Sign Jazian Gortman, Waive Steve Settle
The Wizards have signed guard Jazian Gortman to an Exhibit 10 contract and waived forward Steve Settle, the team announced (via Twitter). Gortman has spent time in several organizations since going undrafted in 2023, having signed Exhibit 10 contracts with the Bucks, Mavericks, and Thunder. Gortman also spent over three months in 2024/25 on a […]
Kelly Olynyk officially joins Luka Doncic-backed team in Italy
Veteran big man Kelly Olynyk is officially taking his game overseas, and he’s joining a fairly interesting operation. Olynyk has signed with BC Roma, the newly established Italian club co-founded by former Mavericks general manager Donnie Nelson and Lakers star Luka Doncic. Emiliano Carchia of Sportando reported Saturday that the deal is official. Olynyk, 35, […] The post Kelly Olynyk officially joins Luka Doncic-backed team in Italy appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Tarik Biberovic wants to prove he's not just a shooter in the NBA
Tarik Biberovic enters his first NBA season with the Dallas Mavericks carrying a reputation as a dangerous perimeter shooter, but the rookie forward wants to establish that his game goes far beyond his ability to knock down three-pointers. After spending eight seasons with Fenerbahce, Biberovic has arrived in Dallas determined to earn his opportunities rather than simply wait for them. During Mavericks training camp, he has emphasized defense, rebounding, physicality and basketball intelligenc...
‘Uncomfortable At First’: Daniel Gafford Ready To Embrace 3-Point Role With Dallas Mavericks After One Career Attempt
DALLAS — Daniel Gafford has taken one 3-pointer in seven NBA seasons. On Friday, the Dallas Mavericks center said he is looking forward to taking more of them. Mavericks coach Dusty May said Sunday that Gafford will shoot rhythm threes as long as he continues to earn the right. Gafford went 1-for-1 from deep in […]
‘Here To Make An Impact’: Tarik Biberović Fighting For Minutes Beyond His Shooting In Dallas Mavericks Camp
DALLAS — Tarik Biberović is trying to show the Dallas Mavericks physicality, defense, rebounding, and basketball IQ in training camp, not just the shooting that made his name at Fenerbahçe, he said Friday after the sixth practice. Biberović has good size, he said. To stay on the court in the NBA, a player has to […]
‘Not The Primary Objective’: Dusty May Sets Dallas Mavericks’ Goals For Macao Preseason Games Against Houston Rockets
DALLAS — Winning will not be the primary objective when the Dallas Mavericks face the Houston Rockets twice in Macao next week, Mavericks coach Dusty May said Friday. He called the trip a fact-finding mission. The Mavericks play the Rockets at The Venetian Arena on Oct. 9, with tip-off at 7 a.m. CT, and again […]
‘Much Closer’: Morez Johnson Jr. Playing 5-On-5 As Dallas Mavericks Prepare For Macao
DALLAS — Morez Johnson Jr. is playing a lot of 5-on-5 in Dallas Mavericks training camp after lower leg soreness limited him early, Mavericks coach Dusty May said Friday after the sixth practice. May did not say whether Johnson or Santi Aldama will play when Dallas faces the Houston Rockets in Macao. Johnson played a […]
‘A Fact-Finding Mission’: Dallas Mavericks Training Camp Day 6 Takeaways On Tarik Biberović, Daniel Gafford, And Zaccharie Risacher
DALLAS — Winning will not be the primary objective when the Dallas Mavericks open the preseason against the Houston Rockets in Macao next week, Mavericks coach Dusty May said Friday after the sixth practice of training camp. He wants Dallas to come home knowing where its holes are on offense and defense. The Mavericks opened […]
Tarik Biberovic’s defense will make it harder for Mavericks to keep him off the floor
Tarik Biberovic is a high-level shooter, but if he keeps up the defensive intensity he's shown in training camp, the Dallas Mavericks will have to play him.
Dallas is the ideal place for Zaccharie Risacher to escape No. 1 pick pressure
The Dallas Mavericks are the perfect team for Zaccharie Risacher, as he has the chance to grow at his own pace while escaping the lofty expectations that always followed him as an Atlanta Hawk.
Former Dallas Mavericks Guard Ryan Nembhard Signs Two-Way Contract With Denver Nuggets
DENVER — Former Dallas Mavericks guard Ryan Nembhard signed a two-way contract with the Denver Nuggets on Wednesday. After completing his rookie year in Dallas, Nembhard was shipped to the Atlanta Hawks this summer in a package that netted the Mavericks Zaccharie Risacher, who was the first overall selection of the 2024 NBA Draft. Nembhard […]
Marcus Sasser gives Mavericks an off-ball weapon their guard rotation needs
Marcus Sasser's shooting and cutting will help him be a strong off-ball weapon for the Dallas Mavericks this season.
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