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DHJ Quick Take: Mark Cuban Says He Urged Masai Ujiri to Keep Michael Finley Mark Cuban says he personally recommended that new team president Masai Ujiri retain Michael Finley, calling him the Dallas Mavericks' connection to its past. What did Cuban recommend to Ujiri? He told Ujiri to keep Michael...

DHJ Quick Take: Masai Ujiri’s Front-Office Changes Differentiating the Executive Baseline: Mavericks President Masai Ujiri drew a distinct structural line between his co-interim front-office leaders, confirming that assistant GM Matt Riccardi will officially not return while intentionally keeping the door open for a potential Michael Finley retention. Eradicating Front-Office Redundancy:...

DHJ Quick Take: The Dallas Mavericks' 2025-26 Season Ends The Playmaking Peak: Ryan Nembhard’s 23 assists didn't just break Jason Kidd’s rookie record—it nearly touched the overall franchise mark. On a night where Dallas dropped 149 points, Nembhard proved he is far more than a two-way developmental piece; he is...

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 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...

The Dallas Mavericks are nearing a decision on one of the most important hires in franchise history, and team leadership wants it done before late June. Mavericks CEO Rick Welts said Thursday at Mavs Ball that the organization hopes to have a permanent general manager in place ahead of the...

Cooper Flagg is available to play Thursday night against the Orlando Magic. Dallas Mavericks coach Jason Kidd confirmed the news and said Flagg will be on a 20-to-25-minute restriction in his return from a left midfoot sprain. Flagg has missed eight consecutive games since spraining the foot on Feb. 10...

Anthony Davis moved quickly to correct the public narrative after being traded by the Dallas Mavericks to the Washington Wizards. What he did not move quickly to do was commit to the direction of the franchise that acquired him. That tension — between clarification and commitment — has defined the...

With injuries piling up and a lack of triumphs this season, it’s fair to say the Dallas Mavericks have experienced better times. Hopefully, things will turn around as the season further progresses, but many fans are understandably pining for the good old days when the Mavericks were arguably a more...

As the Dallas Mavericks reshape their front office following the dismissal of general manager Nico Harrison, one veteran voice has floated a high-profile candidate: Dirk Nowitzki. Kevin Love publicly endorsed the Mavericks legend during an appearance on the Up and Adams Show, arguing that Nowitzki possesses the basketball understanding, credibility....