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Santi Aldama helps solve problems plaguing the Mavericks’ offense
Santi Aldama's return is giving the Dallas Mavericks a versatile offensive weapon who can help address two of their biggest weaknesses: offensive rebounding and shot creation.
Cooper Flagg's PB&J habit reveals what Mavericks should love about him
Cooper Flagg has been eating peanut butter and jelly sandwiches on the Dallas Mavericks' bench, and the team should love that he is so focused on hitting his calorie goals as a young player.
Morez Johnson Jr. gives the Mavericks a physical edge no one else does
Morez Johnson Jr. is already the Dallas Mavericks' most physical player, and he gives them an edge that no one else on the team does.
Mavericks' Sergio De Larrea injury update makes backcourt concerns more glaring
The Dallas Mavericks' backcourt behind Kyrie Irving is thin, and it doesn't seem like Sergio De Larrea's return from injury is close following Dusty May's injury update on Sunday.
Naji Marshall is finding his footing in a much better Mavericks role
After being a primary initiator for much of last season, Naji Marshall is playing well in a new role for the Dallas Mavericks after a slow start this season.
Mavericks' frontcourt logjam is a blessing in disguise
The Dallas Mavericks headed into the offseason with an abundance of big men on the roster. The roster seemed imbalanced, but it has proven to be an effective roster-building strategy.
Morez Johnson Jr.'s energy makes him the perfect fit with Cooper Flagg on Mavericks
Despite questions over whether the Dallas Mavericks made the right decision to draft Morez Johnson Jr., his mentality fits perfectly with Cooper Flagg.
Daniel Gafford's dominance makes Mavericks' trade decision much harder
Daniel Gafford's strong play recently makes the Dallas Mavericks decision about keeping him or trading him much more complicated.
Mavericks are making a convincing playoff case with key reinforcements still missing
Even with Dereck Lively II, Santi Aldama, and Tarik Biberovic out of the lineup due to injuries, the Dallas Mavericks have exceeded expectations this season.
Santi Aldama's return brings back a Dirk Nowitzki trait the Mavericks have needed
Santi Aldama's return for the Dallas Mavericks will give them a true 7-footer who can space the floor. Dirk Nowitzki was one of the last 7-footers Dallas had who can knock down threes, and while Aldama isn't Nowitzki, fans should be excited about him.
P.J. Washington's shooting is holding him back from becoming lethal for the Mavericks
P.J. Washington is playing well for the Dallas Mavericks, but his poor 3-point shooting is holding him back from being a lethal offensive piece.
Mavericks' over-reliance on Walter Clayton Jr. exposes a glaring roster flaw
Walter Clayton Jr. is playing a massive role for the Dallas Mavericks recently, and his big minutes expose the team's need for another ball handler.
Cooper Flagg's rough stretch exposes why the Mavericks can't trade Kyrie Irving
Cooper Flagg has struggled in two of the Dallas Mavericks' most recent games, proving that Dallas needs to hold onto Kyrie Irving to keep the offense afloat rather than trade him.
Naji Marshall is becoming the versatile offensive weapon the Mavericks need
In a close comeback game against the San Antonio Spurs, Naji Marshall brought the team back thanks to his scoring. Despite the loss, Naji's scoring and versatility can be the fix for off-nights, helping the Dallas Mavericks win more games.
Victor Wembanyama’s monster night exposed exactly who the Mavericks are missing
Victor Wembanyama exposed a glaring Dallas Mavericks weakness against the Spurs, making Dereck Lively's absence impossible to ignore.
Dereck Lively II's extended absence is putting his Mavericks future in jeopardy
Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II has been out for nearly a year as he recovers from foot surgery. The uncertainty about his return is putting his long-term future in Dallas in jeopardy.
Daniel Gafford is giving the Mavericks a reason to abandon trade plans
Daniel Gafford's strong start to the season should make the Dallas Mavericks rethink their openness to trade the 28-year-old center.
Walter Clayton Jr. signing is the Mavericks' biggest steal of the season
Walter Clayton Jr. has been the biggest steal of the season for the Dallas Mavericks due to his ball-handling and 3-point shooting.
Mavericks have plenty of time to solve their Walter Clayton Jr. dilemma
The Dallas Mavericks need to convert Walter Clayton Jr.'s contract to a standard deal, but they have plenty of time to do this. His two-way eligibility won't run out until February.
Mavericks' shooting struggles make Santi Aldama's return even more crucial
The Dallas Mavericks are struggling at 3-point shooting this season, and this makes Santi Aldama's return to the lineup even more important due to the spacing and shooting he provides.
Mavericks' strong start is hiding a troubling roster flaw
The Dallas Mavericks' loss to the Kings exposed flaws in their perimeter defense and shot creation, raising questions about whether their early success is sustainable.
Mavericks' gamble on Morez Johnson Jr. is starting to pay off
The Dallas Mavericks took a gamble by selecting Morez Johnson Jr. with the No. 9 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, but this decision is starting to pay off.
Max Christie's brutal start makes it harder for Mavericks to justify his starting spot
Max Christie is struggling to start the season for the Dallas Mavericks, and his spot in the starting five is becoming harder for Dusty May to justify — especially with Zaccharie Risacher being so impactful.
Mavericks' trade stance on Kyrie Irving is exactly what Cooper Flagg needs
The Dallas Mavericks are not taking trade calls on Kyrie Irving, and he is the exact co-star that Cooper Flagg needs to be at his best.
Cooper Flagg’s worst game still proved he’s trending toward greatness
Cooper Flagg was awful against the Sacramento Kings, yet he just kept shooting. The Dallas Mavericks should be happy.
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