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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.
NBA: Khris Middleton of the Dallas Mavericks and Jarace Walker of the Indiana Pacers chase a loose ball during the first half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse against the Indiana Pacers.
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Dallas Mavericks To Remain In Indianapolis Overnight As New York City Blizzard Disrupts Travel Plans

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The Dallas Mavericks will remain in Indianapolis overnight on Monday after determining that travel into New York City is not feasible amid the ongoing New York City blizzard impacting the Northeast. The team had initially planned for a Monday evening departure following practice at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. However, worsening conditions across...
A commuter walks through heavy snowfall in Central Park during a Nor’Easter in New York City.
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‘Going To Be A Long Day’: New York City Blizzard Puts Dallas Mavericks’ Game Against Brooklyn Nets In Jeopardy

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The Dallas Mavericks’ scheduled 6:30 p.m. CST matchup Tuesday against the Brooklyn Nets is increasingly dependent on weather rather than basketball. A historic winter storm sweeping across the Northeast has created widespread transportation disruptions, leaving both teams outside New York and facing uncertain travel windows. As of Monday, the game...
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‘He’s Feeling Better’: Cooper Flagg Progressing Ahead Of Dallas Mavericks’ Tuesday Matchup In Brooklyn

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The Dallas Mavericks continue to monitor Cooper Flagg’s recovery from a left midfoot sprain, with the rookie forward trending toward a potential return as early as Tuesday in Brooklyn. Flagg has missed three consecutive games after sustaining the injury before the All-Star break. The setback forced him to sit out...
NBA: Khris Middleton shoots the ball for the Dallas Mavericks against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
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‘Energy And Effort Was High’: Khris Middleton, P.J. Washington Guide Dallas Mavericks Past Indiana Pacers To End 10-Game Skid

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The Dallas Mavericks did not simply survive Sunday night. They executed, adjusted, and closed. Behind efficient half-court offense, timely defensive rebounds, and poise in late-game possessions, Dallas defeated the Indiana Pacers 134-130 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, ending a 10-game losing streak and securing its first win since Jan. 22. The Mavericks...
NBA: Cooper Flagg opens a pack of trading cards during Fanatics Collectibles’ Topps Rip Night at Indy Sports Card in Indianapolis.
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Dallas Mavericks Rookie Cooper Flagg Draws Significant Crowd At Indy Card Exchange During Worldwide Topps Activation

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Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg spent Saturday night connecting with fans at Indy Sports Card as part of Fanatics Collectibles’ annual Topps Rip Night, a worldwide event that drew collectors to more than 800 hobby shops across 20 countries. Flagg, who was already in Indianapolis for Sunday’s Mavericks–Pacers matchup, greeted...
NBA: Cooper Flagg controls the ball for the Dallas Mavericks during the second half against the Golden State Warriors at American Airlines Center
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‘Next Man Up’: Cooper Flagg Still Out As Dallas Mavericks Navigate Injuries Against Indiana Pacers

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The Dallas Mavericks will be without Cooper Flagg for Sunday’s matchup against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse as the rookie forward continues to recover from a left midfoot sprain. Flagg has appeared in 49 games this season and leads Dallas in scoring at 20.4 points per game, while averaging...
NBA: Naji Marshall of the Dallas Mavericks drives to the basket against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center
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‘We Were Slow’: Anthony Edwards Scores 40 As Dallas Mavericks Dig Early Hole In Loss To Minnesota Timberwolves

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For three quarters and change, the Dallas Mavericks showed they can compete. For the first six minutes — and ultimately the first 12 — they showed why they keep losing. The Mavericks erased a 15-point halftime deficit, tied the game midway through the fourth quarter, and then watched Anthony Edwards...
Max Christie dribbles the ball for the Dallas Mavericks against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden
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Max Christie, Cooper Flagg Ruled Out As Dallas Mavericks Finalize Injury Report vs. Minnesota Timberwolves

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The Dallas Mavericks finalized their injury report ahead of Friday’s matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves, confirming multiple status changes before tipoff at Target Center. Daniel Gafford (right ankle injury management) is available, along with Miles Kelly (G League/Two-Way) and Caleb Martin (left ankle sprain), who returns after missing the final...
Cathy Engelbert speaks during the 2025 WNBA Draft at The Shed in New York City.
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Sources: WNBA CBA Talks Enter Critical Phase As Financial Gap Remains Unresolved

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With the 2026 WNBA season scheduled to tip off May 8, collective bargaining negotiations between the league and the Women’s National Basketball Players’ Association continue without a finalized agreement — and with significant economic differences still separating the two sides. Both parties have exchanged proposals throughout the past year, but...
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