Grant Afseth, Author at Dallas Hoops Journal

Grant Afseth

Senior Writer

Grant Afseth is a Senior Writer for DallasHoopsJournal.com, where he leads in-depth coverage of the Mavericks, Wings, and more. Between a focus on the latest news, closer looks at games, front office strategy, and more, Afseth provides objective coverage. Afseth contributes broader NBA coverage across platforms and has been cited in national outlets for his reporting and analysis. With nearly a decade of journalism experience, Afseth has covered the NBA and WNBA for multiple major outlets, including Athlon Sports, BallIsLife, Sportskeeda, and RG.org. He previously reported on the Indiana Pacers for CNHI’s Kokomo Tribune and the Mavericks for FanNation.

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Dallas Mavericks NBA Oklahoma City Thunder

Dallas Mavericks Enter Oklahoma City Thunder Game With Various Key Players Questionable To Play

Grant AfsethDecember 5, 2025December 5, 2025

The Dallas Mavericks released a crowded injury report ahead of Friday’s road matchup against the league-leading Oklahoma City Thunder, with multiple rotation players still working through lingering issues as the team attempts to extend its season-best winning streak. Cooper Flagg is available while wearing a right-thumb splint. P.J. Washington is...

Olivia Miles, TCU, WNBA News, WNBA Draft

Dallas Wings TCU WNBA

Candace Parker Weighs In As Dallas Wings Assess Options With No. 1 Pick In 2026 WNBA Draft

Grant AfsethDecember 4, 2025December 4, 2025

The Dallas Wings hold the No. 1 pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft, a selection widely projected to be used on UConn guard Azzi Fudd. Her status as the most common forecast at the top of the board has long been tied to her scoring ability and her prior connection...

Li Yueru, Dallas Wings, WNBA

Dallas Wings WNBA

Dallas Wings Lose 2 Key Paige Bueckers Teammates In Mock WNBA Expansion Draft

Grant AfsethDecember 4, 2025December 4, 2025

The Dallas Wings received a stark preview of their looming roster dilemma this week. A new mock WNBA Expansion Draft from The Athletic projected Dallas losing center Li Yueru with the first pick to the Toronto Tempo and longtime star Arike Ogunbowale to the Portland Fire in Round 7 —...

Dereck Lively II, Dallas Mavericks, NBA

Dallas Mavericks NBA

Dallas Mavericks Share New Concerning Injury Announcement About Dereck Lively II’s Right Foot

Grant AfsethDecember 4, 2025December 4, 2025

Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II is seeking multiple medical opinions as swelling and discomfort in his right foot continue to linger, placing uncertainty around any potential return this season. The team announced Thursday that Lively remains limited due to persistent pain and swelling. There is no timetable for recovery,...

Ryan Nembhard, Dallas Mavericks, NBA

Dallas Mavericks NBA

‘Super Competitive’: How Ryan Nembhard’s Breakout Stretch Is Rewriting The Dallas Mavericks’ Season

Grant AfsethDecember 4, 2025December 4, 2025

In the span of two games, Ryan Nembhard has delivered one of the most efficient stretches by a rookie in modern NBA history. His rise has also coincided with a promotion into the starting lineup, where his efficiency has elevated the Dallas Mavericks’ offense. In the four games he has...

Cooper Flagg, Ryan Nembhard, Dallas Mavericks, NBA

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‘It Was Different’: Dallas Mavericks Handle Miami Heat As Cooper Flagg, Anthony Davis Deliver Late

Grant AfsethDecember 4, 2025December 4, 2025

The Dallas Mavericks (8-15) have spent much of the season searching for evidence that their reshaped roster could sustain winning basketball. On Wednesday night, they found it — in the form of a 118–108 win over the Miami Heat (14-8) that extended their first winning streak of the season to...

P.J Washington, Dallas Mavericks, Houston Rockets, NBA

Dallas Mavericks Miami Heat NBA

P.J. Washington, Daniel Gafford Injury Updates Before Dallas Mavericks Host Miami Heat

Grant AfsethDecember 3, 2025December 3, 2025

The Dallas Mavericks return home Wednesday still managing several key injuries, but with more encouraging signs than they’ve seen in over a week. Cooper Flagg remains available while playing through a right thumb splint, and both P.J. Washington and Daniel Gafford — officially listed as questionable with right ankle issues...

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Dallas Mavericks NBA

Dallas Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg Reflects On Rookie Of The Month Honor Ahead Of Miami Heat Matchup

Grant AfsethDecember 3, 2025December 3, 2025

Cooper Flagg went through his shooting routine Wednesday morning with the same calm that has marked his surprising rise through the NBA’s opening months. A few hours earlier, the league announced he had been named the Western Conference Rookie of the Month for October and November — the first such...

Anthony Davis, Dallas Mavericks, NBA

Dallas Mavericks NBA

‘He Carried Us’: Anthony Davis’ Praise Puts Focus On Ryan Nembhard’s Contract Status With Dallas Mavericks

Grant AfsethDecember 2, 2025December 2, 2025

Dallas Mavericks big man Anthony Davis directed significant praise toward rookie guard Ryan Nembhard following Monday’s 131–121 win over the Denver Nuggets, intensifying focus on a player who continues to exceed the limits of his two-way contract. Nembhard finished with 28 points, three rebounds and 10 assists on 12-of-14 shooting,...

Ryan Nembhard, Dallas Mavericks, NBA

Dallas Mavericks NBA

Why Dallas Mavericks Cannot Convert Ryan Nembhard’s Two-Way Contract Yet

Grant AfsethDecember 2, 2025December 2, 2025

Ryan Nembhard’s rise in the Dallas Mavericks’ rotation has pushed a procedural question to the forefront of the team’s season: when can the organization convert his two-way contract into a standard NBA deal? His recent surge has strengthened the urgency, but league rules prevent Dallas from acting for several more...

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