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Mavericks' patience with Dereck Lively II will pay off — no matter how annoying it is
The Dallas Mavericks are being patient with Dereck Lively II and his return from a right foot injury. While some fans may be frustrated that his return is taking a long time, Dallas being patient here is the right move.
P.J. Washington is caught between two timelines as Mavericks begin the Dusty May era
P.J. Washington is stuck between two timelines ahead of next season, as he can still impact winning at 28 years old, but the Dallas Mavericks' new vision is to win in the future.
Tarik Biberovic can't just rely on his shooting to crack the Mavericks' rotation
Tarik Biberovic is a good shooter, but the Dallas Mavericks need him to be a good defender if he wants to crack Dusty May's rotation.
Mavericks can't afford to make Caleb Martin's contract even more costly
The Dallas Mavericks face a difficult roster decision as Dwight Powell's return could force Dallas to make Caleb Martin's costly contract even worse by waiving him.
Rob Dillingham just became an intriguing option for Mavericks' final roster spot
The Charlotte Hornets waived Rob Dillingham on Monday, and the Dallas Mavericks should consider signing him with their open roster spot.
Mavericks' center depth goes from strength to question mark after Morez Johnson update
The Dallas Mavericks' center depth is not as strong as before since Morez Johnson Jr. has been limited at training camp due to an undisclosed injury.
Mavericks need to rethink Daniel Gafford trade rumors if he starts making 3-pointers
If Daniel Gafford can actually make 3-pointers at a decent clip next season, the Dallas Mavericks will need to think twice about trading him.
Mavericks are the perfect team for Kyrie Irving — regardless of the trade rumors
Kyrie Irving has been in some trade rumors over the last few months, but the Dallas Mavericks remain the perfect team for him due to their need for his skill set and his willingness to be a leader.
Sergio De Larrea's path to a Mavericks role was paved before he even plays
Dallas Mavericks rookie point guard Sergio De Larrea has a clear path to a role due to Dallas' limited depth at the position.
D'Angelo Russell’s release makes Mavericks' decision to move on look smarter
Former Dallas Mavericks point guard D'Angelo Russell is without a team once more after being waived by the Memphis Grizzlies. Dallas was smart to trade him when they did, as he can't seem to find a long-term NBA home.
Mavericks need Gafford to become something he's never been — for everyone's sake
Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford has never made a 3-pointer, but Dusty May is challenging him to shoot rhythm threes this year. After seeing Dallas' spacing last year, Gafford becoming a good shooter would be game-changing for the team and himself.
Masai Ujiri gives Mavericks a needed breath of fresh air after Nico Harrison era
The Dallas Mavericks fanbase has not felt the same since the infamous Luka Doncic trade. New management, led by Masai Ujiri, is ready to take a step in the right direction.
Mavericks' Seth Lundy signing creates roster battle that wasn't there before
The Dallas Mavericks signed Seth Lundy on Saturday, and this move creates a roster battle between Dallas' two-way players that wasn't there beforehand.
Mavericks giving Zaccharie Risacher priority is a needed 180 after rough Hawks exit
The Dallas Mavericks are prioritizing Zaccharie Risacher ahead of his first season with the team. This is a major difference from how the Atlanta Hawks thought of him, as they benched him in the playoffs and traded him after two seasons.
Max Christie wanting to stay is Mavericks’ top silver lining from Luka Doncic trade
With Max Christie saying he wants to stay in Dallas long-term during the Dallas Mavericks' Media Day, this is the only silver lining remaining from the Luka Doncic trade.
Naji Marshall's bold 'next step' will make him even more dangerous for the Mavericks
Naji Marshall's dedication to becoming a better 3-point shooter would help him become even more dangerous for the Dallas Mavericks.
Cooper Flagg's growth spurt makes his path to NBA superstardom even easier
Cooper Flagg is already on the ascent as a superstar for the Dallas Mavericks, and the fact that he grew over the offseason should have teams terrified of him.
Mavericks are considering a risky Dwight Powell move they can't afford to make
The Dallas Mavericks are considering bringing back Dwight Powell for the regular season, but this is not a move they should consider due to his age and limited on-court impact.
Dereck Lively II absence should thrust Morez Johnson Jr. into Mavericks' starting five
With Dereck Lively II sidelined as he recovers from foot surgery, the Dallas Mavericks should start Morez Johnson Jr. in his place rather than Daniel Gafford.
Dereck Lively II injury update puts Mavericks' starting center spot in limbo
With Dereck Lively II sidelined, the Dallas Mavericks have a hole in their starting lineup. Morez Johnson Jr. and Daniel Gafford are both strong options to replace Lively.
Henri Veesaar's ACL tear could reignite Mavericks-Hawks trade talks for Daniel Gafford
The Atlanta Hawks showed interest in Daniel Gafford last season, and Henri Veesaar's injury could cause these trade talks to pick up again.
ESPN's NBA rankings give Mavericks reason to think twice before trading Kyrie Irving
ESPN's NBA rankings put the Dallas Mavericks' lack of top-end talent into perspective, especially if Kyrie Irving is traded.
Kyrie Irving will prove why the Mavericks made the right decision to shut him down
Kyrie Irving will make his return to the Dallas Mavericks this season and finally be fully healthy. He will show why Dallas made the right decision to shut him down last season.
Cooper Flagg’s ESPN ranking is impressive, but he's destined for much more
2025-26 Rookie of the Year Cooper Flagg ranked 23rd in ESPN's latest NBA player ranking, but he could prove to be even better with an All-NBA type season for the Dallas Mavericks.
Exclusive: Monta Ellis reveals why his time with the Mavericks was so special
Monta Ellis spent two seasons with the Dallas Mavericks, and the team helped light a fire under him. He also cherishes the time that he spent learning from Dirk Nowitzki.
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