The Mavericks enter Monday’s 6:30 p.m. CT matchup at the Kaseya Center with a slew of injuries. Cooper Flagg is listed as questionable after an MRI confirmed a mild left‑shoulder sprain; Naji Marshall sits out due to illness, and Caleb Martin is now doubtful with a right thumb sprain. Santi Aldama (right knee surgery), Tarik Biberović (heel bursitis), Dereck Lively II (foot surgery) and Kyrie Irving (left‑knee management) remain unavailable. Dallas is 1‑2, while Miami is 0‑3 after a 115‑110 loss to Charlotte. The report highlights limited minutes for Jett Howard and Morez Johnson Jr. as the teams prepare for the game.
The Pacers visit the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday, Oct. 25, at 6:00 PM ET for an early‑season Eastern Conference showdown. Indiana, coming off a win over New Orleans and a loss to Dallas, leans on Tyrese Haliburton and veteran Pascal Siakam to sustain its fast‑tempo offense. Brooklyn, seeking its first victory after defeats to Charlotte and Cleveland, hopes its young roster can slow Indiana’s transition game at home. The game airs on DAZN IND, YES Network and streams live via DAZN. Catch the matchup to see which team grabs early momentum.
Luka Dončić tells the California Post he feels at home in Los Angeles and hopes to retire as a Laker. After an unexpected trade from Dallas two years ago, the Slovenian star says training camp showed he belongs with the purple‑and‑gold organization and praises the city and franchise. While he admits NBA futures are uncertain, Dončić’s remarks signal a long‑term commitment, leaving the Lakers’ front office to build a competitive roster around him. The interview, dated Oct 16 2026, highlights his enthusiasm and the stakes for Los Angeles.
The new-look Miami Heat have stumbled to an 0-3 start in the 2026/27 season, their worst opening since 2007‑08. After a 25‑point loss to Minnesota, a 17‑point defeat by Detroit and a road loss to a shorthanded Charlotte squad, star forward Giannis Antetokounmpo fouled out with just 16 points on 4‑of‑11 shooting. Coach Erik Spoelstra blamed the physicality of officiating, while point guard Davion Mitchell highlighted a 25‑4 fourth‑quarter run that tied the game, finishing with 22 points and 10 assists. The starting five—Mitchell, Klay Thompson, Andrew Wiggins, Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo—has been outscored by 30 points in its first 31 minutes together, posting a net rating of –47.1 per 100 possessions. The team remains optimistic, with the full roster expected for Monday’s matchup against Dallas, and only wing Pelle Larsson listed as probable with a sprained finger.
The San Antonio Spurs beat the Dallas Mavericks 122-106 as Victor Wembanyama scored 23 points and De'Aaron Fox added 19 points with nine assists Saturday.
The 2026-27 NBA season is barely a week old, and the injury list is already growing. On Friday night alone, three of the league’s brightest young players went down: Cooper Flagg, Paolo Banchero and Jalen Duren. All three are now set to miss time. Dallas will feel it most quickly. Flagg, the No. 1 pick […]
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While the Dallas Mavericks' depth behind Kyrie Irving once looked extremely concerning, Sergio De Larrea and Marcus Sasser have proven that they're more than capable of filling this role.
Former NBA guard Kenny Smith joins Marc Lasry and Steve Apostolopoulos’ group, contributing 20% toward a potential Las Vegas NBA expansion franchise. Meanwhile, the G League sees several moves: Westchester Knicks acquire Elfrid Payton’s returning rights from Austin Spurs; Rio Grande Valley Vipers add Sean Pedulla’s rights in a four‑team trade, and the Coachella Valley Lakers trade for Micah Potter, Stanley Umude, James Banks III and Isaiah Miller. John Hollinger of The Athletic reveals his 12‑man All‑Breakout team for 2026/27, highlighting Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg, Spurs’ Dylan Harper, and emerging talents like Bulls’ Leonard Miller. He also discusses rookie scale extensions, noting skepticism toward Keyonté George’s five‑year, $157.5 M Jazz deal.
Risacher still hasn't lived up to the hype as a three-point shooting threat in the NBA, including his time as a Dallas Maverick.
Dallas Mavericks head coach Dusty May praised Sergio De Larrea’s performance against the San Antonio Spurs, saying the rookie has earned increasing trust through his play in summer league, exhibition games and practices. De Larrea scored a team-high 21 points off the bench in Saturday’s 122-106 loss to San Antonio, shooting 9-of-15 from the field […]
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After scoring 21 points against the San Antonio Spurs, Dusty May can't afford to keep Sergio De Larrea out of his regular rotation any longer. De Larrea's shooting, passing, and creation are strong, and he is clearly ready to contribute.
The Spurs snapped their early‑season slump with a 122-106 win over the Mavericks on Oct. 24, 2026. After a 5:53‑minute timeout, San Antonio surged with a 25‑11 run, fueled by 21 forced turnovers that produced 26 points. Guard Stephon Castle, Devin Vassell and De’Aaron Fox each logged multiple steals, while rookie Tarris Reed sparked an 11‑4 third‑quarter burst. Coach Mitch Johnson’s lineup tweaks, including rotating Keldon Johnson and limiting Luke Kornet’s minutes, highlighted a defensive shift but exposed ongoing offensive inconsistencies and rotation growing pains. The victory may serve as a turning point as the Spurs face a softer stretch of the schedule.
In a post‑game quoteboard, Dallas Mavericks guard Sergio de Larrea praised the Spurs' pressure and highlighted the need for multiple ball‑handlers to combat San Antonio’s defensive schemes. De Larrea logged 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 33 minutes, while the Mavericks struggled with turnovers and adapting to the Spurs’ size switches. Coach Dusty May noted the team’s success hitting tough mid‑range shots and back‑door cuts, but also admitted the second‑half stagnation. The piece also mentions a highlight alley‑oop dunk and the importance of chemistry as the Mavericks seek a tighter game plan.
The San Antonio Spurs snap their 0‑2 start with a hard‑fought victory over division rival Dallas Mavericks on Oct. 24, 2026. A dominant fourth quarter — holding the Mavs to just 31.8% shooting — and 26 second‑chance points from aggressive offensive rebounding seal the win. Highlights include Stephon Castle’s triple‑steal, Carter Bryant’s baseline dunk, Devin Vassell’s breakaway, and rookie Tarris Reed Jr. scoring his first NBA bucket. Victor Wembanyama’s post‑up and Julian Champagnie’s eight‑shot effort also shine as the Spurs earn their season’s first win.
In the Mavericks' second game of the 2026‑27 season, rookie forward Cooper Flagg suffered a hard foul from Indiana Pacers' Aaron Nesmith that left him clutching his shoulder. An MRI confirmed a mild shoulder sprain, likely sidelining Flagg for a few games. He joins teammate Kon Kneuppel, who is recovering from a hamstring strain, on the bench. The incident sparked a brief on‑court scuffle, and a video of the play is available.
The San Antonio Spurs defeated the Dallas Mavericks 122-106 on Saturday, October 24, at American Airlines Center, securing their first victory of the 2026-27 NBA season. Victor Wembanyama scored 23 points and blocked four shots, while Dylan Harper added 22 points as San Antonio improved to 1-2. De’Aaron Fox and Stephon Castle contributed 19 points […]
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Mavericks Walter Clayton Jr. is starting his second NBA season with his third team. That’s a lot of introductions for a guy still trying to get his career going. But Clayton likes where he landed. After being waived by the Grizzlies, he chose the Mavericks over several interested teams and signed a two-way contract Wednesday, […]
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San Antonio Spurs earn their first win of the season in a 122-106 rout over the shorthanded Dallas Mavericks.
In Dallas' home opener, the Mavericks fall 122-106 to the Spurs but rookie Sergio De Larrea shines with an A+ performance, dropping 21 points on 75% shooting, plus 5 rebounds and 4 assists in 32 minutes. Without Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving, veterans Naji Marshall (B+) and P.J. Washington (B) provided solid contributions, while newcomers Zaccharie Risacher (B+) and Marcus Sasser (A-) offered energy and scoring. Daniel Gafford rebounds with a B+ showing off a half‑court steal‑to‑dunk. The grade rundown highlights who stood out and who may need more minutes as the Mavs look to rebound from the loss.
The San Antonio Spurs pull away from a shorthanded Dallas Mavericks 122-106 after a furious fourth‑quarter burst, hitting five threes in just over six minutes. Rookie Sergio de Larrea tops Dallas with 21 points off the bench, while the Mavericks, missing Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving, erase a 14‑point third‑quarter hole to lead 85‑84 with 2:01 left before the Spurs surge. Victor Wembanyama leads San Antonio with 23 points, 7 rebounds and 4 blocks; Dylan Harper adds 22. The win leaves both teams 1‑2 early in the 2026‑27 season. The sell‑out crowd of 19,555 watches a game marked by turnovers and bench scoring, with Dallas’ starters posting just 50 points total.
The defending champion Knicks, now 0-2 for the first time since the 2011‑12 Mavericks, host the equally winless Orlando Magic on Oct. 25 at MSG. With star forward Paolo Banchero out (high‑ankle sprain) and the Magic missing several key players, New York hopes to exploit its front‑court concerns and snap its early slump. Jalen Brunson (still searching for rhythm) and Karl‑Anthony Towns lead the Knicks, while Orlando will rely on Wendell Carter Jr., Franz Wagner and Jalen Suggs. ESPN and the blog both favor New York by 12 points.
The San Antonio Spurs snap their winless start with a 122-106 road victory over a shorthanded Dallas Mavericks on Oct. 24, 2026. Missing Kyrie Irving and Cooper Flagg, the Mavericks couldn’t match the Spurs’ late‑night defensive surges, highlighted by Victor Wembanyama’s energized play and a 25‑11 run before halftime. Devin Vassell’s mid‑range shooting and Stephon Castle’s contributions helped seal the win, while rookie Tarris Reed Jr. logged his first NBA minutes. Coach Mitch Johnson praised the team’s high ceiling despite uneven execution.
The Mavericks fall 122-106 to the Spurs in their first of 16 back‑to‑backs, missing Cooper Flagg (shoulder) and resting Kyrie Irving. Highlights: Coach Dusty May stays perfect on challenges (5‑for‑5), while the Spurs exploit a 25‑10 second‑chance points edge, out‑rebounding Dallas by 2.5×. Rookie Sergio De Larrea leads Dallas with 21 points, shooting 9‑of‑15, showing promise despite Irving’s absence. Dallas plates 14 defensive stocks (steals + blocks) and counters with a strong 28‑15 fast‑break advantage. The piece underscores rebounding woes and the impact of strategic challenges on the Mavericks’ early season outlook.
The San Antonio Spurs earn their first win of the 2026‑27 season, defeating the Dallas Mavericks 122‑106 at the American Airlines Center on Oct. 24. A balanced attack and aggressive defense fuel the triumph: Stephon Castle leads with 19 points, 8 assists and 3 steals, while Victor Wembanyama adds 23 points, 7 rebounds and 4 blocks. Dallas, missing stars Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving, relies on veterans Daniel Gafford (12 points, 9 rebounds) and PJ Washington, but can’t contain the Spurs’ 13 offensive rebounds and 12 steals. Bench contributions from Keldon Johnson and Julian Champagnie bolster San Antonio, and a late‑third‑quarter surge seals the victory.
The Dallas Mavericks fall 122-106 to the San Antonio Spurs in a shorthanded home opener on Oct. 24, 2026. Kyrie Irving sat out for injury management and rookie Cooper Flagg missed the game after a hard foul, leaving Coach Dusty May to rely on a makeshift lineup. Despite the odds, rookie Sergio de Larrea shines with a team‑high 21 points (9‑of‑15 shooting, 3‑of‑4 from three) and key assists, while Zaccharie Risacher, Naji Marshall and PJ Washington contribute before the Spurs’ trio of Devin Vassell, Stephon Castle and De’Aaron Fox pull ahead. The loss drops Dallas to 1‑2 as the Spurs showcase depth early in the Western Conference season.