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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.
Cooper Flagg, Dallas Mavericks, NBA
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After 0–2 Start, Cooper Flagg Says Dallas Mavericks Must Cut ‘Silly Turnovers’ To Turn Corner

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The Dallas Mavericks’ season-opening frustrations continued Friday night inside American Airlines Center — not because of effort, but because of execution. A second consecutive collapse, fueled by turnovers and defensive lapses, erased what was once a promising start against the Washington Wizards. Behind a career-high 34 points from second-year guard...
Anthony Davis, Dallas Mavericks, NBA, Washington Wizards
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‘We’ve Got To Be Better Defensively’: Dallas Mavericks Fall Short Against Hot-Shooting Washington Wizards

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The thunder outside American Airlines Center wasn’t the only storm Dallas faced Friday night. Inside, the Mavericks were hit with another one — this time courtesy of Kyshawn George and the Washington Wizards, whose hot shooting spoiled what could have been a statement bounce-back performance. Despite a strong start and...
Cooper Flagg, Dallas Mavericks, San Antonio Spurs, NBA
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How To Watch Dallas Mavericks vs. Washington Wizards: Cooper Flagg Looks To Bounce Back (Oct. 24, 2025)

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The Dallas Mavericks return home to face the Washington Wizards on Friday night looking to move past a humbling season-opening loss to the San Antonio Spurs. Tipoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. CT at American Airlines Center in Dallas, with coverage on WFAA, KFAA-29, and MavsTV Stream. The Mavericks (0–1)...
Ryan Nembhard, Dallas Mavericks, NBA
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‘Dream Come True’: Ryan Nembhard Reflects On NBA Debut As Dallas Mavericks Reset For Washington Wizards Matchup

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After a humbling season-opening loss to the San Antonio Spurs, the Dallas Mavericks are quickly turning the page — and for rookie guard Ryan Nembhard, that process means continuing to grow with every possession. Nembhard made his NBA debut in Wednesday’s 125–92 loss, finishing with 8 points and 5 assists...
Jason Kidd, Dallas Mavericks, NBA
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‘Not The Wizards Of Old’: Jason Kidd Warns Mavericks About Rebuilt Washington Team

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Jason Kidd didn’t need to remind his team what happened on opening night. The Dallas Mavericks’ 125-92 loss to the San Antonio Spurs was still fresh when practice began Thursday, but Kidd’s message quickly shifted from reflection to readiness. With the Washington Wizards coming to town Friday, Kidd said the...
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

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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

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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

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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

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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...
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