Dallas Mavericks

DHJ Quick Take: Magic vs. Mavericks The Streak on the Line: Dallas enters tonight’s matchup looking to halt a 13-game home losing streak. The Mavericks haven't tasted victory at American Airlines Center since Jan. 22, and with the Lakers and Luka Dončić looming on Sunday, snapping the skid tonight against...

DHJ Quick Take The "11th Hour" Defense: Jason Kidd broke his silence on the Luka Dončić trade, providing a rare, blunt defense of his role. He stated clearly, “I was informed at the 11th hour, and that’s the truth,” distancing himself from the decision-making process. Firing Back at Cuban: Following...

DHJ Quick Take The Hall of Fame Verdict: Dirk Nowitzki believes the Rookie of the Year race between Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel is "neck and neck," suggesting the league consider a Co-Rookie of the Year award. Rare History: Flagg is on pace to join Michael Jordan (1984-85) as the...

DHJ Quick Take Reinforcements Arrive: Daniel Gafford, Klay Thompson, and Naji Marshall have all been cleared for Friday’s matchup against the Orlando Magic, providing a massive lift to a shorthanded rotation. The Gafford Relief: Despite a frightening exit in Milwaukee with a shoulder stinger, Gafford avoided the injury report entirely,...

DHJ Quick Take Gafford Avoids Injury Report: In a major boost for the frontcourt, Daniel Gafford is not expected to be listed on the injury report for Friday's game against Orlando, despite a scary exit in Milwaukee with a shoulder stinger. Marshall Returns, Washington Sidelined: Defensive standout Naji Marshall (15.5...

DHJ Quick Take The Trade Package: The Mavericks would send P.J. Washington, Klay Thompson and Daniel Gafford to the Knicks for Karl-Anthony Towns. Knicks' Motivation: For New York, the move would break up their current core to gain depth and future assets. Mavericks' New Big 3: The deal creates a...

DHJ Quick Take The Reality of 19: In a candid April 1 appearance on the Pat McAfee Show, Cooper Flagg pulled back the curtain on the isolation of being the NBA’s youngest player, trading the Duke dorms for a quiet life of "chilling by myself" in Dallas. Adulting in the...

DHJ Quick Take Trial by Fire: In a candid April 1 appearance on the Pat McAfee Show, Cooper Flagg admitted he didn't expect to be the Dallas Mavericks' primary engine so soon, citing the team's relentless injury luck as the catalyst. Historic Playmaking: Despite being "thrown into the fire," Flagg...

DHJ Quick Take Mental Toll: Appearing on the Pat McAfee Show, Cooper Flagg admitted the transition from winning at Duke to a 24-52 season with the Dallas Mavericks has been "mentally taxing." Historic Pace: Despite the team’s struggles, Flagg is averaging 20.3 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 4.5 assists, joining LeBron...

DHJ Quick Take Elite Wish List: Mavericks governor Patrick Dumont is reportedly "aiming high" for the team’s next front office leader, targeting Sam Presti (Thunder), Brad Stevens (Celtics), Tim Connelly (Timberwolves) and Koby Altman (Cavaliers). Potential Mutual Interest: While these targets are currently leading elite franchises, NBA insider Chris Haynes...