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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, Charlotte Hornets, NBA
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How to Watch Dallas Mavericks vs. Utah Jazz: Jason Kidd Emphasizes Rebounding Focus Ahead of Preseason Matchup (Oct. 13, 2025)

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The Dallas Mavericks continue their preseason slate Monday night when they visit the Utah Jazz at Delta Center in Salt Lake City. Tipoff is set for 8:00 p.m. CT, with coverage on KFAA-29, MavsTV Stream, and NBA TV. Dallas (1–1) is coming off a 120–116 loss to the Charlotte Hornets...
Klay Thompson, Dallas Mavericks, NBA, LaMelo Ball, Charlotte Hornets
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‘He Can Still Compete’: Dallas Mavericks Confident In Klay Thompson As Team Defines On-Ball Defense

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The Dallas Mavericks’ 120–116 preseason loss to the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday night underscored an issue that’s lingered since training camp began: they still don’t know who will consistently guard the other team’s best perimeter players. Klay Thompson, who turns 36 this season, opened as the primary defender on LaMelo...
Cooper Flagg, Dallas Mavericks, Charlotte Hornets, NBA
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‘It’s About Being Disciplined’: Dallas Mavericks Struggle To Contain Charlotte Hornets’ Shooting In Loss

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The Charlotte Hornets lit up the perimeter on Saturday night at American Airlines Center, connecting on 16 three-pointers to defeat the Dallas Mavericks 120–116 in their lone home preseason game. Charlotte opened the contest with a 30–13 lead late in the first quarter and maintained control behind crisp ball movement...
Cooper Flagg, Dallas Mavericks, NBA
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How to Watch Charlotte Hornets vs. Dallas Mavericks Preseason: TV Channel, Start Time & Streaming Info for Cooper Flagg’s Home Debut (Oct. 11, 2025)

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The Dallas Mavericks will make their preseason home debut Saturday night when they face the Charlotte Hornets at American Airlines Center. Tipoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. CT, marking the team’s only home exhibition game before closing the preseason on the road. On Friday, Mavericks fans got an early taste...
Brandon Williams, Dallas Mavericks, NBA
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‘Picking Up Where I Left Off’: Brandon Williams Building On Breakout Stretch In Dallas Mavericks’ New Offense

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After spending much of last season on the fringe of the Dallas Mavericks’ rotation, Brandon Williams turned an unexpected opportunity into a breakthrough. When injuries to Kyrie Irving and Danté Exum thinned the Mavericks’ backcourt, Williams stepped up and made the most of his minutes — particularly after the All-Star...
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‘Good Size And Vision’: Jason Kidd Praises Dalano Banton After First Practice With Dallas Mavericks

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Newly signed guard Dalano Banton took the floor for his first practice with the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday, drawing praise from head coach Jason Kidd for his size, playmaking, and adaptability. As DallasHoopsJournal.com reported, Banton joined the Mavericks on an Exhibit 10 contract, giving him the opportunity to compete for...
Danté Exum, Dallas Mavericks, NBA
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Dallas Mavericks Injury Updates: Danté Exum, Caleb Martin & Dennis Smith Jr. Updates From Practice

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The Dallas Mavericks entered Tuesday’s practice with encouraging signs on the injury front and a new addition to their training-camp roster, as head coach Jason Kidd continues evaluating combinations ahead of the team’s second preseason game. The Mavericks opened preseason with a 106-89 win over the defending champion Oklahoma City...
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