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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.
Ryan Nembhard, Dallas Mavericks, NBA
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‘True Floor General’: Inside Ryan Nembhard’s Developmental With The Dallas Mavericks And Texas Legends

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When Ryan Nembhard signed a two-way contract with the Dallas Mavericks following the 2025 NBA Draft, the 23-year-old Canadian guard brought with him a reputation for elite vision, control, and leadership. After leading the NCAA in assists at Gonzaga, he joined the Mavericks as a polished playmaker capable of commanding...
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‘This Signals A Reset In Dallas’: Carmelo Anthony Reacts To Dallas Mavericks Moving On From Nico Harrison

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The Dallas Mavericks’ front-office overhaul continues to draw national reaction after the team announced Monday that general manager and president of basketball operations Nico Harrison has been relieved of his duties. Governor Patrick Dumont made the decision following a 116–114 home loss to the Milwaukee Bucks that dropped Dallas to...
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Patrick Dumont Issues Open Letter To Dallas Mavericks Fans After Firing Nico Harrison

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After dismissing general manager Nico Harrison, Dallas Mavericks governor Patrick Dumont released an open letter to fans acknowledging the team’s struggles and reaffirming his commitment to building a championship organization. The letter came on the heels of Dallas’ 116–114 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks — its eighth defeat in the...
Nico Harrison, Dallas Mavericks, NBA
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Dallas Mavericks Officially Fire Nico Harrison, Name Michael Finley And Matt Riccardi Co-Interim GMs

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The Dallas Mavericks announced Monday that the organization has relieved Nico Harrison of his duties as general manager and president of basketball operations, ending his tenure less than a year after overseeing one of the most polarizing trades in franchise history. Governor Patrick Dumont made the decision following the Mavericks’...
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Dallas Mavericks To Fire Nico Harrison As Fallout From Luka Dončić Trade Continues

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The Dallas Mavericks are set to fire general manager Nico Harrison, multiple sources tell DallasHoopsJournal.com, signaling the end of one of the most turbulent executive tenures in franchise history. The decision follows months of internal evaluation and mounting frustration surrounding the February blockbuster trade that sent Luka Dončić to the...
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‘If I Can Go Against Him, I Can Go Against Anybody’: Moussa Cissé On Mentorship From Anthony Davis, Tyson Chandler, And Growth With Dallas Mavericks [Exclusive]

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For Moussa Cissé, the journey from Conakry, Guinea, to the NBA has been one of perseverance, learning, and steady growth. The 23-year-old center, now on a two-way contract with the Dallas Mavericks and Texas Legends, has quickly developed into a defensive anchor with elite athleticism, energy, and a deep commitment...
Cooper Flagg, Dallas Mavericks, NBA
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‘You’ve Got To Trust Each Other’: Cooper Flagg’s Career Night Ends In Heartbreak As Dallas Mavericks Fall Late To Milwaukee Bucks

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Cooper Flagg showed flashes of everything the Dallas Mavericks hoped for when they made him the No. 1 pick. What they didn’t get — again — was the result they needed. Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 15 of his 30 points in the fourth quarter, and Ryan Rollins’ driving layup with 17.9...
Anthony Davis, Dallas Mavericks, NBA
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‘They Just Have To Weather The Storm’: Doc Rivers Shares Intriguing Take On Dallas Mavericks After Luka Dončić Trade

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Even from the opposite sideline, Doc Rivers sees plenty of reason for optimism in Dallas. Before Monday’s matchup between the Milwaukee Bucks and the Dallas Mavericks, the veteran head coach was asked about the attention surrounding the Mavericks since the trade that sent Luka Dončić to the Los Angeles Lakers...
Cooper Flagg, Dallas Mavericks, NBA
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‘Guys Like That Never Fail’: Doc Rivers Praises Dallas Mavericks Rookie Cooper Flagg’s Competitiveness

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Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers has seen enough of Cooper Flagg to recognize something special — not just in talent, but in mentality. Speaking before Monday’s matchup between the Bucks and Mavericks, Rivers said the 18-year-old forward’s combination of competitiveness and willingness to learn makes him the type of...
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‘He’ll Do It At A Very High Level’: Jason Kidd Sees Parallels Between Cooper Flagg And Early Giannis Antetokounmpo

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Jason Kidd has seen this before. The Dallas Mavericks head coach once guided a long, raw, and gifted teenager in Milwaukee who grew into one of the NBA’s most dominant forces. Now, he’s applying those lessons again with Cooper Flagg. Through 10 games, Flagg has averaged 13.9 points, 6.6 rebounds,...
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