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Daniel Gafford's rim protection is exposing a Mavericks defensive dilemma
Daniel Gafford has anchored the Dallas Mavericks' interior defense, but Dallas' reliance on him is exposing some troubling defensive weaknesses.
Kyrie Irving's stance on the Mavericks is exactly what should keep him in Dallas
Kyrie Irving is comfortable playing on the Dallas Mavericks alongside Cooper Flagg, and Dallas shouldn't trade him and mess up a good thing.
Mavericks' decision to pass on Yaxel Lendeborg keeps looking worse
The Dallas Mavericks' decision to draft Morez Johnson Jr. over Yaxel Lendeborg keeps looking worse, as Lendeborg is dominating for the Golden State Warriors while Johnson is struggling.
Kyrie Irving is making it harder for the Mavericks to trade him with every game
Kyrie Irving's hot start is making it harder for the Dallas Mavericks to justify trading him. While it once seemed like it would make sense for the Mavericks to consider moving Irving, Irving and Cooper Flagg have helped Dallas look like a playoff team.
Caleb Martin's resurgence is exactly what the Mavericks' defense needs
The Dallas Mavericks still have issues guarding the perimeter, but if Caleb Martin can continue to be consistent offensively, his perimeter defense will shine.
Kyrie Irving already fits better with Cooper Flagg than he did with Luka Doncic
As much as Kyrie Irving had success with Luka Doncic on the Dallas Mavericks, from a schematic standpoint, Cooper Flagg is a better co-star for Irving.
Dusty May's persona is transforming the Mavericks' culture
Dallas Mavericks head coach Dusty May is transforming the team's culture through six games.
Dwight Powell's overseas move proves the Mavericks made the right call to move on
Dwight Powell signed with Fenerbahce on Friday, and the Dallas Mavericks made the right call to waive him since he is no longer in the NBA.
Kyrie Irving-Heat trade speculation has one problem Mavericks fans should love
The trade buzz involving Kyrie Irving and the Miami Heat has a clear problem: Miami doesn't have the young players or the draft capital to make the Dallas Mavericks even pick up the phone.
Zaccharie Risacher has been everything the Mavericks needed and more
Zaccharie Risacher is bringing strong defense, effective scoring, and high energy for the Dallas Mavericks. These are all things that the team needs from him.
Cooper Flagg is becoming a Mavericks superstar much faster than expected
Cooper Flagg's elite start to the 2026-27 season is showing why he's already a superstar for the Dallas Mavericks.
Dusty May is playing to the Mavericks’ strengths in ways Jason Kidd struggled
Dusty May has been far better as an in-game adjuster and with lineup combinations compared to Jason Kidd was for the Dallas Mavericks, and it's leading to wins.
P.J. Washington is silencing the Cooper Flagg fit concerns
P.J. Washington was not a great fit with Cooper Flagg last season for the Dallas Mavericks, but those concerns have been obliterated this season due to Washington's strong play.
Cooper Flagg's improved playmaking raises the Mavericks' offensive ceiling
Cooper Flagg's playmaking is evolving quickly, and his improved feel, patience, and decision-making are unlocking a new level for the Dallas Mavericks.
Mavericks' no-brainer Zaccharie Risacher move proves they believe in his future
The Dallas Mavericks have exercised their fourth-year team option on Zaccharie Risacher's contract for the 2027-28 season, proving they believe in his future after just a week of seeing him play.
Cooper Flagg is the Mavericks' star but Kyrie Irving remains their soul
While Cooper Flagg is obviously the Dallas Mavericks' star and franchise cornerstone, Kyrie Irving remains the team's soul due to his leadership and overall importance to their success.
Mavericks can't keep Zaccharie Risacher off the floor despite his ugly offense
Zaccharie Risacher has struggled offensively for the Dallas Mavericks, but his defensive impact makes him someone that Dusty May can't keep off the floor.
Cooper Flagg is giving the Mavericks an answer to last season’s glaring clutch woes
The Dallas Mavericks struggled in clutch games last season, but Cooper Flagg's clutch gene proved this won't be an issue after he closed out the Miami Heat on Monday night.
Walter Clayton Jr. is the final piece of the Mavericks' backcourt puzzle
Walter Clayton Jr. was exactly what the Dallas Mavericks' backcourt needed, and his 15-point game against the Miami Heat proved that he's ready for rotation minutes.
Santi Aldama injury update brings Mavericks closer to a much-needed boost
Santi Aldama will practice with the Texas Legends as he recovers from knee surgery, meaning that his Dallas Mavericks debut is on the horizon. Dallas needs him back in the lineup, as he brings the shooting and versatility their frontcourt needs.
Jeremy Sochan's easiest path to the Mavericks is already gone
The Texas Legends drafted Jeremy Sochan with the first pick in the 2026 NBA G League Draft over the weekend, but the easiest way to make him a Dallas Maverick, signing him to a two-way deal, is off the table due to Sochan's experience.
Walter Clayton Jr. is already making it difficult for the Mavericks to overlook him
Walter Clayton Jr. made a statement against the Miami Heat, giving the Dallas Mavericks another reason to believe their backcourt depth may be better than expected.
Jeremy Sochan gives the Mavericks another intriguing bet on upside
The Texas Legends drafted Jeremy Sochan with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, bringing a defensive-minded wing with potential into the Dallas Mavericks' organization.
Sergio De Larrea's confidence proves he's no ordinary Mavericks rookie
While he was only the 25th pick in the NBA Draft, Dallas Mavericks rookie Sergio De Larrea has a level of confidence that is taking him to another level.
Zaccharie Risacher is becoming the Mavericks' unexpected defensive weapon
Zaccharie Risacher's defense for the Dallas Mavericks has been far better than expected, and he is making a massive impact on that end due to his hustle, energy, and help-side shot blocking.
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