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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 breakdown of on-court 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 Luka Dončić-Anthony Davis trade—he appeared 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: Anthony Edwards dribbles the ball for the Minnesota Timberwolves against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center
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Minnesota Timberwolves Update Anthony Edwards’ Injury Status Against Dallas Mavericks

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The Minnesota Timberwolves are hoping momentum finally sticks. After snapping a season-long five-game losing streak with a 108-83 win over the Golden State Warriors on Monday, Minnesota enters Wednesday’s matchup against the Dallas Mavericks with its star guard back in the lineup. Anthony Edwards has been upgraded to available after...
NBA: Cooper Flagg drives to the rim for the Dallas Mavericks against the Philadelphia 76ers at American Airlines Center
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Cooper Flagg Injury Update Before Dallas Mavericks Face Minnesota Timberwolves

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The Dallas Mavericks listed Cooper Flagg as questionable for Wednesday’s game against the Minnesota Timberwolves due to left ankle injury management, but new pregame activity provided a clearer picture of where things stand. Flagg was on the court during shootaround earlier Wednesday, a meaningful development as Dallas evaluates his availability...
Klay Thompson stands with his hands on his hips during the Dallas Mavericks’ game against the Philadelphia 76ers at American Airlines Center
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Dallas Mavericks Reveal Klay Thompson Injury Update Before Facing Minnesota Timberwolves

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The Dallas Mavericks downgraded Klay Thompson to questionable for Wednesday’s game against the Minnesota Timberwolves due to left knee soreness, adding uncertainty to Dallas’ rotation as tipoff approaches. Thompson did not participate in shootaround Wednesday morning. By contrast, Cooper Flagg was on the court during shootaround, even as he remains...
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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‘It Means A Lot’: Dallas Mavericks Rookie Cooper Flagg Reflects On Rising Stars Selection

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Cooper Flagg doesn’t need reminding of where the Dallas Mavericks sit in the Western Conference race as they enter Wednesday's matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves with a 19-27 record. Still, his invitation to the Rising Stars challenge served as confirmation that his individual impact is being noticed across the league....
NBA: Cooper Flagg talks with Brandon Williams between plays during Dallas Mavericks vs. Los Angeles Lakers at American Airlines Center
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Cooper Flagg Faces Uncertain Injury Status Before Dallas Mavericks Host Minnesota Timberwolves

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The Dallas Mavericks listed Cooper Flagg as questionable for Wednesday’s game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, as the team continues to manage a left ankle issue rather than forcing a return. Flagg had been listed doubtful for Sunday’s scheduled game in Milwaukee, but the Mavericks never took the floor after travel...
Luka Dončić shoots during pregame warmups for the Los Angeles Lakers at American Airlines Center
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‘A Little Bit Easier’: Luka Dončić Comes Back To Dallas More Settled With Los Angeles Lakers

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By the time Luka Dončić stepped onto the floor for his pregame workout Saturday night, the reaction inside American Airlines Center made one thing clear: Dallas still knows exactly who he is. Before the opening tip of the Los Angeles Lakers’ 116–110 comeback win over the Dallas Mavericks, Dončić jogged...
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