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, Dallas Mavericks, NBA
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‘We’ve Got to Figure Out Our Flow’: Cooper Flagg Focused On Adjustments After Dallas Mavericks’ Season Opener

Cooper Flagg’s first NBA game didn’t end with the fireworks many anticipated, but the 18-year-old forward wasn’t searching for excuses. After the Dallas Mavericks’ 125-92 loss to the San Antonio Spurs on opening night, the No. 1 overall pick offered a thoughtful assessment of where things went wrong — and...
Anthony Davis, Dallas Mavericks, NBA
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‘Everything Is Correctable’: Anthony Davis Stresses Urgency And Trust As Dallas Mavericks Regroup For Washington Wizards

Anthony Davis didn’t need to look at the box score to know what went wrong. The Dallas Mavericks’ defense broke down, the offense stalled, and their composure faded during a 125-92 loss to the San Antonio Spurs on opening night. The stat sheet only confirmed it — 68 points allowed...
Daniel Gafford, Dallas Mavericks, NBA
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‘We’ll See How He Feels’: Daniel Gafford Questionable To Play Against Washington Wizards As Dallas Mavericks Eye Interior Boost

The Dallas Mavericks may finally be getting some needed size and rim protection back in the lineup. Head coach Jason Kidd confirmed Thursday that center Daniel Gafford will be listed as questionable for Friday’s matchup against the Washington Wizards, marking a potential return from the right ankle sprain that’s sidelined...
Cooper Flagg, Victor Wembanyama, Dallas Mavericks, San Antonio Spurs, NBA
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‘It’s Game One’: Cooper Flagg’s Debut Overshadowed By Victor Wembanyama’s 40-Point Display

Cooper Flagg’s NBA debut was supposed to be the start of something new in Dallas. Instead, Victor Wembanyama reminded everyone why he already owns the stage. The 7-foot-4 San Antonio Spurs star overwhelmed the Mavericks on opening night, finishing with 40 points on 15-of-21 shooting, 15 rebounds, and three blocks...
D'Angelo Russell, Dallas Mavericks, NBA
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‘Always Impact Winning’: D’Angelo Russell Ready To Impact Winning In Any Role As Dallas Mavericks Open Season

D’Angelo Russell enters his first full season with the Dallas Mavericks focused on one thing — winning. Whether starting or coming off the bench, the veteran guard says his mindset won’t change as the team prepares for its regular-season opener against the San Antonio Spurs tonight at American Airlines Center....
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How to Watch Dallas Mavericks vs. San Antonio Spurs: TV Channel, Start Time & Streaming Info As Cooper Flagg Makes NBA Debut (Oct. 22, 2025)

The Dallas Mavericks begin the 2025–26 NBA season on Wednesday night at American Airlines Center, hosting the San Antonio Spurs in one of the league’s most anticipated season openers. Tipoff is set for 8:30 p.m. CT on ESPN, with streaming available on the ESPN app and FuboTV. The matchup brings...
NBA, Mavs, Dallas Mavericks, Naji Marshall
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‘I Love Winning’: Naji Marshall Finding Rhythm In Dallas Mavericks’ Split-Action, Positionless System [Exclusive]

With the Dallas Mavericks entering the 2025–26 season emphasizing versatility and defense, Naji Marshall has quickly carved out his place as a key connector on both ends of the floor. Marshall was productive in the preseason, averaging 9.5 points on 52% shooting across four games, including a 17-point outing against...
Daniel Gafford, Dallas Mavericks, NBA
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Daniel Gafford Doubtful For Dallas Mavericks’ Season Opener vs. San Antonio Spurs

The Dallas Mavericks’ frontcourt depth may be tested on opening night. Daniel Gafford has been downgraded to doubtful for Wednesday’s regular-season opener against the San Antonio Spurs due to a right ankle sprain, according to the team’s official injury report. Earlier Tuesday, Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd said Gafford would...
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