The NBA season has barely been underway for a few hours, yet there’s no shortage of drama for fans to unpack. Cooper Flagg’s frightening fall set off a confrontation between the Mavericks and Pacers, while Kevin Durant and De’Aaron Fox got into a heated exchange in another game. And away from the on-court clashes, Jayson […]
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Kyrie Irving celebrates Tyrese Haliburton’s first home game back after tearing his Achilles in the 2025 NBA Finals, cheering a 121-105 Mavericks win over the Pacers. Irving, who returned from a left‑ACL tear in March 2025, scores 24 points and reflects on the shared injury journey, emphasizing family support and mental resilience. Haliburton posts 18 points, six rebounds and seven assists, though he goes cold from three. The matchup highlights the rivalry between Dallas and Indiana, with the teams set to meet again on Nov. 9 in Dallas.
Cooper Flagg exits the Mavericks’ 121‑105 win over Indiana with left‑shoulder soreness after a flagrant‑1 foul by Aaron Nesmith with 59.7 seconds left in the first half. Flagg finished with 14 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists and a plus‑34 in 17 minutes before the injury forced a substitution. Both Nesmith and Naji Marshall receive technical fouls, and Kyrie Irving urges better on‑court awareness. Coach Dusty May says Flagg is in good spirits but a full evaluation, possibly an MRI, will take a few days. The Mavs, already missing several players, host the Spurs Saturday night.
Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg was unable to return for the second half of Friday’s 121-105 victory over the Indiana Pacers after suffering a shoulder injury. Flagg sustained the injury while attempting a breakaway dunk when Indiana’s Aaron Nesmith committed a flagrant foul. The Mavericks youngster landed awkwardly on his shoulder following the contact. Although […]
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Kyrie Irving scored 24 points as the Dallas Mavericks defeated the Indiana Pacers 121-105 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Friday night, spoiling Tyrese Haliburton’s return to his home court and securing the first win under new head coach Dusty May. Irving shot 8-for-15 from the field and made five of his 10 three-point attempts as Dallas […]
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Mavericks The Mavericks got their bounce-back win. Now they’ll wait to find out what it cost them. Cooper Flagg left Friday’s 121-105 road victory over the Pacers after landing on his left shoulder following a hard foul from Aaron Nesmith near halftime. Flagg shot his free throws before heading to the locker room and was […]
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The Dallas Mavericks open their season at home against the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday after a 121‑105 preseason win over Indiana. Cooper Flagg, who posted 17 points, five rebounds and six assists before leaving with a shoulder sprain, is ruled out, leaving the Mavs to rely on depth and a potential Kyrie Irving return—his first regular‑season action since tearing his ACL in March 2025. Meanwhile, Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama, fresh off a 40‑point performance against Dallas last year, is expected to dominate. Both teams are coming off back‑to‑back games, so workload management could shape the contest.
The Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg was unable to finish Friday’s matchup against the Indiana Pacers after a hard foul from Aaron Nesmith forced him to leave the game early. Mavericks forward Naji Marshall came to the second-year star’s defense during the on-court confrontation and reaffirmed his support for his teammate after the game. When […]
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Dusty May earns his first NBA win as the Dallas Mavericks blow out the Indiana Pacers 121-105 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Oct. 24, 2026. Dallas erupts for 44 points in the opening quarter and leads by as many as 37 before halftime. Kyrie Irving tops the box score with 24 points before fouling out, while P.J. Washington adds a double‑double (20 points, 13 rebounds) and Max Christie contributes 16. The victory evened the Mavericks at 1‑1 after a season‑opening loss to Houston, and Indiana also falls to 1‑1 in its home opener. Post‑game, May notes Rookie of the Year Cooper Flagg’s shoulder issue, and the team emphasizes improved pace and transition defense moving forward.
Dusty May has his first win as an NBA coach. His Dallas Mavericks had to earn it, though, as they lost star Cooper Flagg to a shoulder injury halfway through their game against the Indiana Pacers. But despite falling off in the second half, the Mavs were able to hold on for the 121-105 win, […]
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The Dallas Mavericks came away from Indiana with a blowout win, but they may also be bracing for some uncertainty surrounding Cooper Flagg. Flagg exited Friday night’s 121-105 victory over the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse with a left shoulder injury and did not return. After the game, head coach Dusty May gave an initial […]
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The Dallas Mavericks notch their new coach Dusty May’s first win, beating the Indiana Pacers 121-105 on Oct. 23, 2026. Kyrie Irving leads with 24 points on 5‑of‑10 shooting from deep, while PJ Washington adds 20 and 13 rebounds. A dominant 44‑point first quarter, sparked by a 22‑6 run, and a 15‑0 second‑quarter burst give Dallas a 77‑43 halftime lead. The bench outperforms Indiana’s reserves 28‑6 early, though the Pacers’ bench narrows the gap with a 19‑2 third‑quarter run. Cooper Flagg exits with a shoulder injury, but the Mavericks hold a 98‑76 lead into the fourth quarter to seal the victory.
The Dallas Mavericks claim their first win of the 2026‑27 season, beating the Indiana Pacers 121‑105 in Indianapolis on Oct. 23. Kyrie Irving leads with 24 points, 5‑of‑10 from three and passes franchise legend Mark Aguirre on the all‑time scoring list. P.J. Washington adds 20 points, 13 rebounds and three blocks, while Max Christie contributes 16 points. Dallas erupts for 44 first‑quarter points and builds a 77‑43 halftime lead, but a sloppy third quarter and Irving’s foul trouble threaten a collapse before Naji Marshall and Christie hit key shots to seal the victory. The biggest concern is Cooper Flagg, who leaves after a hard foul and is ruled out, potentially hurting the Mavericks during a tough late‑October stretch.
Tyrese Haliburton returned to Indianapolis before the Pacers played some ugly basketball.
The Mavericks' fans react as a fight breaks out following Cooper Flagg's injury from a hard foul by Aaron Nesmith of the Pacers.
After successfully leading the Indiana Pacers to a win in his first game back from his Achilles injury, Tyrese Haliburton is now playing his first game back home in Gainbridge Fieldhouse against the Dallas Mavericks. None other than friend and Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark was in the house to watch Hali’s home return. Indiana […]
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Cooper Flagg injured his left shoulder against the Indiana Pacers, but since the Dallas Mavericks ruled this injury as "left shoulder soreness," the team may have dodged a disaster.
The Dallas Mavericks eject rookie Cooper Flagg after he sustains left‑shoulder soreness following a flagrant foul by Indiana forward Aaron Nesmith in the first half of Friday’s game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Flagg left the game with 14 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists, 3 steals and a block in 17 minutes as Dallas led 77‑43 at halftime. The foul, a flagrant 1 that also earned technical fouls for Nesmith and Dallas’s Naji Marshall, escalated after Marshall confronted Nesmith. This marks the second straight game where Flagg draws a flagrant foul, the first being against Kevin Durant. The Mavericks finish the night with a home‑opening tilt against the San Antonio Spurs Saturday at 7 p.m. CT.
Coach Dusty May’s Dallas Mavericks hit the road to take on the Indiana Pacers in a chance for redemption after Cooper Flagg diagnosed the team’s struggles against the Houston Rockets. Kyrie Irving was also frustrated by the Rockets loss, which led to another eventful night against Indiana as a wild sequence unfolded between Flagg and […]
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Dallas rookie Cooper Flagg leaves the October 23 game against the Indiana Pacers with left‑shoulder soreness after a hard foul by Aaron Nesmith late in the second quarter. Despite making two free throws to finish with 14 points, six assists and five rebounds, Flagg does not return for the second half and is ruled out for the night. The incident sparks a double‑technical foul and a scuffle between Naji Marshall and Nesmith, while Mavericks coach inserts Marshall into the starting lineup. The team labels the injury “soreness,” leaving fans anxious about Flagg’s recovery timeline.
As the Indiana Pacers celebrated Tyrese Haliburton's first home game since returning from his Achilles injury, a special guest was at Gainbridge Fieldhouse to watch.
Walter Clayton Jr. joins the Dallas Mavericks on a two‑way contract, eager to contribute to a roster mixing youth and veterans under first‑year coach Dusty May. After being waived by Memphis, Clayton, the 2025 first‑round pick who averaged 7.8 points and 4.0 assists with Utah and Memphis, praises the Mavericks’ system and sees “something special” forming. He reflects on staying positive through an 82‑game season, managing time with a tighter schedule, and improving his defensive consistency and point‑guard leadership. Clayton can appear in up to 50 regular‑season games, with the Texas Legends as a G‑League option before the Indiana Pacers matchup at 6 p.m. CT.
Indiana Pacers shooting guard Ben Sheppard suffers a torn meniscus in his left knee, sidelining him for “a few weeks” after the injury during Wednesday’s 112‑108 win over New Orleans. Coach Rick Carlisle confirms the timeline is uncertain, but the recovery could be short if treated conservatively. The 26th‑overall pick, who posted 7.1 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 65 games last season, remains on a $5 million contract and will become a restricted free agent next summer if the Pacers extend a qualifying offer. While Sheppard sits out, Aaron Nesmith returns from a hamstring strain, but Jarace Walker starts the home opener against Dallas.
The Mavericks head to Gainbridge Fieldhouse Friday for their first back‑to‑back game, facing a Pacers squad energized by Tyrese Haliburton’s return from a torn Achilles. Indiana, 1‑0 after a 123‑120 win over New Orleans, leans on Haliburton’s 23‑point, 12‑assist effort, Pascal Siakam’s 30‑point night, and new acquisition Kelly Oubre Jr. Dallas, 0‑1 after a 128‑110 loss to Houston, looks to cut the 21 turnovers that fuelled the Rockets’ win. Coach Dusty May stresses faster play and ball‑sharing, while Max Christie calls Haliburton “the engine” for Indiana. Injuries leave several Mavericks doubtful, including Jett Howard.
The Dallas Mavericks (0‑1) take on the Indiana Pacers (1‑0) Friday, Oct. 23 at 7 PM ET at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Catch the game on Dallas’ KFAA or stream it live via Fubo (free trial available). After a 128‑110 loss to Houston, Dallas got 32 points from Cooper Flagg, 17 from Marcus Sasser and 15 from Kyrie Irving, but endured a 37‑point deficit and missed all 14 threes in the second quarter. Indiana opened with a 123‑120 win over New Orleans, led by Pascal Siakam’s 30 points and Tyrese Haliburton’s 23 points/12 assists. The matchup promises a fast‑start showdown between two early‑season winners.