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Grant Afseth

Grant Afseth

Senior Writer
is a Senior Writer for Dallas Hoops Journal and a lead contributor to Roundtable.io. With over a decade of experience as a credentialed journalist, Afseth provides elite tactical analysis and front-office strategy for the Mavericks, Wings, and Texas basketball. His reporting is featured across national platforms including Newsweek, RG.org, Hoops Rumors, and Athlon Sports. A primary source for the basketball community, his work is frequently cited by Wikipedia, RealGM, and Basketball-Reference. He previously served as a Mavericks and NBA reporter for Sports Illustrated's FanNation and Rockets/OnSI, as well as Ballislife, Heavy Sports, ClutchPoints, and NBA Analysis Network. During the Mavericks' 2024 NBA Finals run and the pivotal 2025 offseason—featuring his lead reporting on the Luka Dončić-Anthony Davis trade—he served as a featured insider for The Texas Standard and BBC Sport Radio. Afseth is a regular guest on Fox 4 Dallas and 105.3 The Fan. He previously reported for the Kokomo Tribune and Winsidr. Follow his real-time reporting on X @GrantAfseth.
Cooper Flagg reacts during the first half of the Mavericks’ game against the Pelicans at Smoothie King Center on March 16, 2026.
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‘I Like Making The Right Play’: Cooper Flagg Shows Decision‑Making Beyond His Years As NBA’s Youngest Player

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The Dallas Mavericks were eliminated from postseason contention after losing 137-131 in overtime against the Golden State Warriors on Monday night. However, amid a 23-49 record, the Mavs have continued to use the remainder of the schedule to develop players, especially Cooper Flagg. Through 60 games, Flagg is averaging 20.3...
Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg drives against Moses Moody of the Golden State Warriors during the third quarter at American Airlines Center on March 23, 2026.
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‘We’ve Got To Be Sharper’: Dallas Mavericks Blow 15‑Point Lead, Lose In OT Against Golden State Warriors As Moses Moody Suffers Scary Injury

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Before tip-off Monday night, Naji Marshall kept it simple when asked what the Dallas Mavericks needed to do against Golden State. "Rebound, get out in transition, and take care of the ball," Marshall told Dallas Hoops Journal. He also spoke about what needed to carry over from the previous game...
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Caleb Martin, Brandon Williams Ruled Out As Dallas Mavericks Face Golden State Warriors

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The Dallas Mavericks will play without Caleb Martin and Brandon Williams available on Monday night against the Golden State Warriors after ruling both players out before tip-off. Martin was first listed as questionable to play on the injury report before being ruled out for the third consecutive game. Williams remains...
Caleb Martin handles the ball during the Mavericks’ Play‑In Tournament game against the Grizzlies on April 18, 2025.
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Caleb Martin, Brandon Williams Headline Dallas Mavericks Update Injury Report vs. Golden State Warriors

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Caleb Martin and Brandon Williams were both seen on the court in practice gear during the Dallas Mavericks' shootaround Monday morning at the team's practice facility, offering an encouraging sign ahead of tonight's home game against the Golden State Warriors. Dallas (23-48) has lost 11 consecutive home games dating back...
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