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Houston Rockets vs. Dallas Mavericks October 11, 2026 Location: The Venetian Arena Macao, China TV:NBA TV and Space City Home NetworkRadio:KBME Sports Talk 790 / KLTN 102.9 (en español) Probable Starting Lineups Rockets: Fred Vanvleet, Amen Thompson, Jabari Smith Jr., Kevin Durant, Alperen Sengun Mavericks: Kyrie Irving, Max Christie, Cooper Flag, P.J. Washington Jr. Dereck […]
Kyrie Irving is finally ready to play again. The Mavericks guard is expected to return Sunday in China, marking his first game action since tearing the ACL in his left knee on March 3, 2025, according to Grant Afseth of Dallas Sports Journal. Irving had hoped to make it back last season, but revealed Thursday […] The post Kyrie Irving set to return, Mavericks rave about leadership appeared first on Hoops Wire .
There are disadvantages to coming to the NBA as a teenager, but for Cooper Flagg, things are looking good so far. The Dallas Mavericks‘ No. 1 pick in 2025 is coming off a successful debut season in which he won the Rookie of the Year award, and the popular opinion is that it will not [...]
MACAO — Cooper Flagg said Friday that he expects to play Sunday, when Kyrie Irving is set to return for the Dallas Mavericks in the second of two NBA China Games against the Houston Rockets. Mavericks coach Dusty May said before Friday’s opener that Irving will make his return in Sunday’s game. Flagg scored 19 […]
Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving will be back on the court Sunday in China, playing for the first time since tearing his left ACL in a March 3, 2025, game, writes Grant Afseth of Dallas Sports Journal. Irving was hoping to return at some point last season, but he told reporters on Thursday that he suffered […]
MACAO — Cooper Flagg said Friday that he has not thought about the 2027 FIBA World Cup in Qatar, but that playing for Team USA would be an incredible opportunity if he is selected. The Dallas Mavericks forward spoke after a 135-117 preseason loss to the Houston Rockets at The Venetian Arena. Flagg, 19, has […]
MACAO — Kevin Durant will not play Sunday when the Houston Rockets face the Dallas Mavericks again at The Venetian Arena, Rockets coach Ime Udoka said Friday. Tip-off for the second NBA China Games matchup is set for 5 a.m. CT. Houston planned to shut Durant down at halftime of Friday’s 135-117 win. He played […]
MACAO — The Dallas Mavericks attempted 51 3-pointers Friday in their first game under coach Dusty May. The Houston Rockets won the preseason opener 135-117 at The Venetian Arena. Dallas made 18-of-51, or 35.3%. The Mavericks went 4-of-15 from 3-point range in the first quarter and 6-of-26 in the first half, then made 12-of-25 after […]
Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving thanked the franchise's fanbase for their patience prior to his return to NBA action from injury. The Dallas Mavericks have gone through plenty since the departure of Luka Doncic—a move that is still remembered, especially as it was followed by an ACL injury to Kyrie Irving , who was set to take the reins of the team. Irving ended up missing the entire prior season, but he is now increasingly ready to return to NBA courts. Irving spoke directly to Mave...
The Houston looked pretty good on Friday morning in their 135-117 win over the Dallas Mavericks. Fred VanVleet’s return to the lineup was triumphant and Alperen Sengun snagged a triple double in just 22 minutes. Were the Rockets perfect? Of course not. 21 turnovers leap off the stat sheet and defense was optional in the […]
Klay Thompson is one of the biggest signings for the Miami Heat, second only to two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Golden State Warriors legend is gearing up for a better season following a subpar campaign with the Dallas Mavericks. He still averaged double digits in scoring (11.7 points per game), but the Mavs missed the [...]
The Los Angeles Lakers could really use Goga Bitadze on their roster, but he reportedly insulted Luka Doncic's family during an on-court scuffle.
The Dallas Mavericks' first preseason game showed that they may finally have big men who can stretch the floor, as both Daniel Gafford and Morez Johnson Jr. knocked down 3-pointers.
Kyrie Irving has been linked to a potential move away from the Dallas Mavericks this season. However, the one-time NBA champion doesn’t seem keen to leave the team anytime soon, thanks to Cooper Flagg. In a recent interview with Grant Afseth of the Dallas Sports Journal, Irving said he looks forward to sharing the court [...]
The Dallas Mavericks are under two weeks away from kicking off their 2026 regular season. This season will mark the return of point guard Kyrie Irving, who missed all of last year after tearing his ACL shortly after the Luka Doncic trade in 2025. Now, Irving has spoken directly to Mavericks fans as he prepares […] The post Kyrie Irving sends message to Mavericks fans before making return from injury appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Tobi Lawal has the potential to be the Dallas Mavericks' next dirty-work wing due to his defense, athleticism, and ability to do the little things. His debut against the Houston Rockets further illustrated this.
MACAO — Dallas Mavericks coach Dusty May said Friday that Cooper Flagg moves differently when the lights are on. Flagg scored 17 of his 19 points in the second quarter of May’s first NBA game, a 135-117 preseason loss to the Houston Rockets at The Venetian Arena. Flagg had 2 points on 1-of-3 shooting with […]
MACAO — Kevin Durant said Friday that Kyrie Irving is anxious and excited to get back on the floor. The day before, Mavericks coach Dusty May said Irving will play in one of the two games in Macao. Irving sat out the Dallas Mavericks’ preseason opener with left knee rest. The Houston Rockets won that […]
Anthony Davis will be key to turning the Washington Wizards around.
The Dallas Mavericks' preseason loss to the Houston Rockets exposed a defensive flaw that could derail their plans for improvement.
Kyrie Irving is projected to finally return to the court for the Dallas Mavericks. After skipping the Mavs' 135-117 NBA China Games 2026 opener loss against the Houston Rockets, the star point guard is expected to suit up for both teams' rematch on Sunday, per league insider Marc Stein. https://x.com/TheSteinLine/status/2108577741742207310?s=20 Kyrie Irving set to make on-court return from ACL injury Ahead of the NBA China event in Macao, Dallas Mavericks head coach Dusty May told report...
Dallas Mavericks head coach Dusty May started Morez Johnson Jr. in the preseason opener on Friday, hinting that he already trusts the young rookie and could start him during the regular season.
Sergio De Larrea gave Dusty May and the Dallas Mavericks a reason to trust him as Kyrie Irving's backup with a strong preseason performance against the Houston Rockets.
The Houston Rockets opened their preseason campaign with a convincing 135-117 victory over the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA China Game at Venetian Arena in Macao on Friday. Houston established control early, outscoring Dallas 38-26 in the second quarter to take a 65-45 halftime lead. The Rockets maintained their advantage after the break, scoring at […] The post Rockets dominate Mavericks in Macao appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
With 17 points, 7 assists, five 3-pointers, and only one turnover, Fred VanVleet excelled in his return from injury as Houston opened its preseason by routing Dallas, 135-117 (box score). VanVleet missed all of the 2025-26 season due to an ACL tear in his right knee. Now 32 years old, he is returning to his […] The post Fred VanVleet excels in injury return as Rockets dominate preseason opener appeared first on ClutchFans .