archiveJune 2025

The Dallas Mavericks have agreed to a two-way contract with Gonzaga point guard Ryan Nembhard, sources confirm to DallasHoopsJournal.com. The 6-foot senior went undrafted in the 2025 NBA Draft despite completing one of college basketball history's prolific playmaking seasons. Nembhard led the nation with 9.8 assists per game, breaking the...

As the Dallas Mavericks usher in a new era with No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg, questions about the team’s leadership off the court remain in the spotlight. Jason Kidd’s future as head coach has drawn increased attention recently, with the New York Knicks pursuing him and contract extension talks with...

Cooper Flagg had waited for this moment for years, but when his name was finally called as the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, it still didn’t feel real. “I don't think it's set in yet. It feels surreal,” Flagg said moments after walking across the stage...

The Dallas Mavericks entered the 2025 NBA Draft with a 1.8% chance to land the No. 1 pick. What followed was a franchise-altering outcome—and a defining night for general manager Nico Harrison. After selecting Cooper Flagg with the top pick, Harrison spoke with reporters about the decision, Jason Kidd’s status,...

The Dallas Mavericks selected Cooper Flagg with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft on Wednesday night, making him the franchise’s first top selection since Mark Aguirre in 1981. Flagg will wear No. 32 for Dallas. “Feeling amazing. It’s a dream come true, to be honest,” Flagg...

LeBron James has seen it all in a career that spans more than two decades, but even the NBA’s all-time leading scorer can’t hide his excitement when talking about Cooper Flagg’s future. The Los Angeles Lakers star offered high praise for the soon-to-be No. 1 overall pick in the 2025...

Cooper Flagg stood in front of reporters Wednesday at NBA Draft media day with a calm demeanor that belied the magnitude of the moment. Within 24 hours of speaking, the 18-year-old will be selected with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, officially making the leap from...

The Dallas Wings rode a smothering defensive effort and breakout performances from key contributors to secure a 68-55 win over the Atlanta Dream on Tuesday night at College Park Center. Arike Ogunbowale led the way with 21 points, and Li Yueru posted her first double-double with 10 points and a...

Kyrie Irving is staying with the Dallas Mavericks on a new long-term deal. He intends to decline his $43 million player option for the 2025-26 season and intends to sign a new three-year, $119 million contract with the Mavericks, a source confirmed to DallasHoopsJournal.com. The deal includes a final-year player...

Sean Sweeney is departing the Dallas Mavericks to join the San Antonio Spurs as associate head coach under head coach Mitch Johnson, DallasHoopsJournal.com has confirmed. Sweeney, who joined the Mavericks in 2021, was not looking to leave Dallas for anything other than a head coaching role but was not offered...