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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.
Doc Rivers, NBA, Milwaukee Bucks
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‘I Thought It Was AI’: Doc Rivers Recalls Luka Dončić Trade Reaction Before Dallas Mavericks Matchup

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Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers still remembers his reaction when the news broke last February that Luka Dončić had been traded to the Los Angeles Lakers. “I thought it was AI — honest to God,” Rivers said before Monday’s game against the Dallas Mavericks. “I didn’t believe it. I...
Brandon Williams, Dallas Mavericks, NBA
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‘He’s Done A Really Good Job’: Brandon Williams Starts vs. Milwaukee Bucks As Dallas Mavericks Seek Backcourt Stability

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The Dallas Mavericks are turning to Brandon Williams to open Monday night’s matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks, rewarding the guard for his steady early-season performance and strong play in Saturday’s win over the Washington Wizards. Williams, who has averaged 8.6 points, 2.1 assists, and 1.8 steals in eight games this...
Giannis Antetokounmpo 'Intrigued' About Potentially Winning Championship With New York Knicks NBA Milwaukee Bucks
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How To Watch Dallas Mavericks vs. Milwaukee Bucks: Jason Kidd Compares Cooper Flagg’s Early Struggles To Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Development

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The Dallas Mavericks return home Monday night to face the Milwaukee Bucks in a matchup highlighting two of the NBA’s most dynamic forwards — one established in Giannis Antetokounmpo, and one just beginning his journey in Cooper Flagg. Tipoff is set for 7:30 p.m. CT at American Airlines Center in...
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee Bucks, NBA
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Milwaukee Bucks Reveal Injury Update For Giannis Antetokounmpo Before Dallas Mavericks Game

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The Milwaukee Bucks will enter Monday night’s matchup against the Dallas Mavericks expecting their superstar to be available, as Giannis Antetokounmpo is listed as probable with left knee patellar tendinopathy. Antetokounmpo, who scored 37 points in Sunday’s 122-115 loss to the Houston Rockets, continues to play through discomfort in his...
Gina Miller, Dallas Mavericks, NBA
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Dallas Mavericks Name Gina Miller Chief Communications Officer

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The Dallas Mavericks announced Monday the appointment of Gina Miller as the organization’s chief communications officer, reporting to Chief Executive Officer Rick Welts, effective immediately. In the newly created role, Miller will oversee corporate communications, basketball communications, and broadcasting — a structure that expands the leadership scope previously held by...
Anthony Davis, Dallas Mavericks, Oklahoma City Thunder, NBA
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Dallas Mavericks Share Injury Updates For Anthony Davis, Dereck Lively II And Daniel Gafford Before Milwaukee Bucks

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After finally snapping a four-game losing streak, the Dallas Mavericks’ attention now shifts to the injury report heading into Monday’s home matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks. Anthony Davis (left calf strain) and Daniel Gafford (right ankle sprain) are listed as questionable, while Dereck Lively II (right knee sprain) is doubtful....
Naji Marshall, Dallas Mavericks, Washington Wizards, NBA
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‘Just Playing Free’: Naji Marshall’s 30 Points Lift Dallas Mavericks Past Washington Wizards To End Skid

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The Dallas Mavericks finally found the response they’d been searching for. After four straight losses and a late arrival into Washington following Friday’s blowout in Memphis, Dallas overcame another sluggish start and battled back to defeat the Wizards, 111–105, on Saturday night at Capital One Arena. Naji Marshall scored a...
Cooper Flagg, Dallas Mavericks Memphis Grizzlies, NBA
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‘We Had No Energy’: Short-Handed Dallas Mavericks Aim To Regain Energy And Focus Against Washington Wizards

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The Dallas Mavericks enter Saturday night’s matchup against the Washington Wizards desperate for a turnaround after a deflating 118–104 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies. It was the team’s fourth straight defeat, dropping them to 2–7 as they close out their back-to-back set before returning home Monday to host Milwaukee. The...
Dante Exum, Dallas Mavericks, NBA
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‘He’s Getting Re-Evaluated’: Jason Kidd Shares Latest On Danté Exum’s Knee Injury Recovery

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Danté Exum remains sidelined with a lingering right knee injury and has yet to make his season debut for the Dallas Mavericks as the team continues to navigate Kyrie Irving's absence. The team continues to take a cautious approach to his recovery, with head coach Jason Kidd confirming before Saturday’s...
Cooper Flagg, Anthony Davis, Dallas Mavericks, NBA
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Dallas Mavericks Star Anthony Davis Ruled Out vs. Washington Wizards, Daniel Gafford Will Play

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The Dallas Mavericks’ frontcourt rotation will look slightly different Saturday night as the team wraps up its back-to-back set against the Washington Wizards. Anthony Davis (left calf strain) has been downgraded to out, while Daniel Gafford (right ankle sprain) has been upgraded to available after being a game-time decision. The...
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