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The Dallas Mavericks’ slow start shows that moving players around comes at a cost
If you change the core of a team, the balance can shift and it can take a while to recover. Some teams never do.
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Splash, reversed waterfall, draining threes: What is it about water and basketball?
The Splash Brother got his captain’s salute. But water is all over basketball, not just in the Bay.
Mavericks Features
Luka Dončić’s frustrating moment in Denver shows he still has room to grow
The star Dallas player’s role has adjusted and he needs to change his approach
Is Luka Dončić the best representation of Europe in the US? How German trash talking puts him over the top
When Dallas Mavericks superstar Luka Dončić plays basketball and speaks to the media, you learn about more than the game.
Mavs Moneyball Elects: Propositions for the Dallas Mavericks
In honor of Election Day, lets get out the vote on these pressing Maverick issues
Klay Thompson has been consistent with the Dallas Mavericks. Here’s why.
The new Dallas shooting guard opened up about why this summer has been so big for him.
The Mavericks’ win in Minnesota shows off championship culture that has been built
Trust, grit and resilience power Mavs to a win they had no business getting
Rumors of Klay Thompson’s demise have been greatly exaggerated
Klay Thompson fought off nerves for a record-setting Mavericks debut — but knows that was just a small step on the way to something great
What does Luka Dončić need to do this year to win the MVP?
The changes Luka Dončić can make to improve from last season are hard to find. But minor adjustments might help.
How the Dallas Mavericks jump-started Tim Legler’s NBA career those many years ago
NBA analyst Tim Legler spoke with insider Marc Stein about his playing days and about the NBA pecking order a week from the 2024-25 season on the latest episode of Stein’s All-NBA podcast.
High IQ role players are a prized commodity in today’s NBA: Quentin Grimes just showed us why he fits the bill
Quentin Grimes is ahead of the times. Or right on time for what the Dallas Mavericks need.
Lively playing like a euro big man is a great sign of the potential resurgence of the American big
Dereck Lively II has shown that he can do almost everything on the court by now, has high IQ, vision and can handle the ball. Who does that remind you of?
How do you motivate Kyrie Irving? Talk trash about Luka Dončić
It’s the big brother quote of the year and it speaks volumes about the Dallas star duo.
Difference-makers: We cannot ignore Jason Kidd’s locker room loyalty and the power of trust anymore
Dallas Mavericks coach Jason Kidd has the trust of his team, and the results of that are evident in two deep playoff runs in three seasons.
Difference-makers: When the trade deadline duo of dreams took Dallas to lob city
Daniel Gafford and P.J. Washington showed us how big a difference positive energy and hustle can make.
3 reasons why we’re in for the best season of Luka Dončić’s career
Maybe and probably are words we could add, but is it really necessary?
Difference-makers: No one brought better vibes to the Dallas Mavericks than Kyrie Irving last season
In Kyrie Irving’s peace, the Dallas Mavericks rise.
Difference-makers: If you look at expectation vs. reality, Dereck Lively wins all difference-making awards
Dereck Lively II didn’t care about the consensus around the league that a rookie big could never be a reliable starter on a contender. He became one anyway.
Difference-makers: Markieff Morris’ bench leadership helped the Dallas Mavericks contend
There’s many ways to affect winning and create a winning culture. In this series, I take a look at the difference-makers from last season’s Dallas Mavericks. First up is Markieff Morris, the bench leader Dallas needed.
How Klay Thompson could create space for Luka Dončić to have the season of a lifetime
Luka Dončić has never played with anybody as accomplished as a shooter as Klay Thompson, and it may be a game-changer for him.
According to experts, Luka Dončić is an elite athlete — should we reflect how we think about athleticism?
Sports medicine experts have Luka Dončić "off the charts" in athleticism metrics. That begs the question: do we need new ways of thinking about athleticism?
So the Dallas Mavericks lost and didn’t deserve to be in the Finals? Why that’s not true - this season is more meaningful than you might think
The future is bright in Dallas, and it’s not only because of the superstars. How to find meaning and perspective in losing and why it’s important.
The Mavericks star power isn’t enough against the Celtics in the NBA Finals
Dallas offense is unbalanced thanks to a stingy Boston defense and limited roster
3 decisions Luka Dončić made that helped him lead the Dallas Mavericks to the NBA Finals
Luka Dončić has been playing like a superstar for years. But last summer, he made some decisions that are paying off in a real way right now.
The Mavericks are back in the NBA Finals for the first time since I was 11 and it is really cool
Sometimes it’s fun to just appreciate being a fan.
The Baller’s Journey, Episode II: Luka Dončić’s literary arc arrives at its climax in the NBA Finals
He’s won the Battle of the Bastards. He’s dueled with Darth Vader. Now the Chosen One’s quest to bring a championship to Dallas reaches the ultimate climactic summit in the NBA Finals against the Boston Celtics.
All eyes on the Dallas Mavericks and Luka Dončić means (bitter)sweet vindication for Mavs fans
Everybody started watching Dallas and finally saw what we’ve been seeing (and writing about) all along.
The Mavericks are Finals bound because they finally have figured it out around their star
Dallas added legitimate talent next to their superstar and the results speak for themselves
Stop overthinking it, the Mavericks are elite
Dallas is on the cusp of the NBA Finals, so of course they’re a really good team. This isn’t that hard.
Luka Dončić vs. Anthony Edwards: Does it have to be Europe vs. the US?
Two of the most prolific talents in the world headline the Western Conference Finals. One hailed the European son and the other the "new Michael Jordan". Is the Europe versus the US narrative inevitable?
Being wrong about Jason Kidd never felt so good
He’s the right coach for the Dallas Mavericks as they quest towards the NBA Finals
Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, and these indomitable, inevitable Dallas Mavericks
It’s one thing to believe, it’s something else entirely to know
The partnership and friendship that could lead to a Mavericks championship
Two very different plays from different generations have formed a strong bond on and off the court for the Dallas Mavericks
When Luka Dončić ignores the noise, he is the best in the world - but would any of this be possible without the frontcourt of dreams?
Luka Dončić remembered his joy, but superstars alone don’t make a team. Without the frontcourt of dreams, the Dallas Mavericks wouldn’t be in the Western Conference Finals.