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With the Dallas Mavericks entering the 2025–26 season emphasizing versatility and defense, Naji Marshall has quickly carved out his place as a key connector on both ends of the floor. Marshall was productive in the preseason, averaging 9.5 points on 52% shooting across four games, including a 17-point outing against...

The Dallas Mavericks’ frontcourt depth may be tested on opening night. Daniel Gafford has been downgraded to doubtful for Wednesday’s regular-season opener against the San Antonio Spurs due to a right ankle sprain, according to the team’s official injury report. Earlier Tuesday, Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd said Gafford would...

Cooper Flagg is on the verge of a moment that has been years in the making. The No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft will make his official debut Wednesday night when the Dallas Mavericks open the season at home against the San Antonio Spurs. “Everything — the...

Jason Kidd isn’t rushing to define what the Dallas Mavericks will look like this season. After a summer of change that included integrating Anthony Davis, developing Cooper Flagg’s point-forward role, and leaning into one of the league’s biggest lineups, Kidd said Monday that identity will take time. “We’re a work...

P.J. Washington doesn’t care whether his name is called with the starters or whether he checks in midway through the first quarter. His message entering the 2025–26 season is simple — his role “doesn’t matter” as long as the Dallas Mavericks win. “Just coming here trying to win, doing everything...

The Dallas Mavericks are heading into Wednesday’s season opener against the San Antonio Spurs with several key players trending toward full strength. Head coach Jason Kidd provided a positive update after Saturday’s practice, noting that center Daniel Gafford could be available for opening night after being sidelined through the preseason...

The Dallas Mavericks announced Saturday that they have converted center Moussa Cissé to a Two-Way contract after an impressive preseason showing that highlighted his defensive presence and development throughout training camp. Cissé, who joined the Mavericks on July 8 after a five-year college career spanning Memphis, Oklahoma State, and Ole...

Four games into his first NBA preseason, Ryan Nembhard has earned more than a passing look from Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd. The undrafted rookie point guard out of Gonzaga has impressed with his control, decision-making, and ability to run the offense — all traits Kidd values in a...

The Dallas Mavericks waived Dalano Banton, Jeremiah Robinson-Earl, and Dennis Smith Jr. on Friday as the team trimmed its roster ahead of opening night. Banton appeared in one preseason game against the Los Angeles Lakers on Oct. 15, finishing with three points, two rebounds, one assist, and one steal in...

Cooper Flagg’s first NBA preseason wasn’t about easing into the league — it was about proving he belongs. The 18-year-old No. 1 overall pick closed out the Dallas Mavericks’ exhibition slate with another steady performance in Wednesday’s 121–94 win over the Los Angeles Lakers at T-Mobile Arena, showing maturity and...