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Mavericks' plan to find their next coach isn't the one many fans hoped for
Many Dallas Mavericks fans hoped that the team would hire their next head coach from the collegiate level, but Dallas is leaning toward hiring an NBA assistant coach instead.
Mavericks should reunite with 'bargain-bin free agent' to fix their shooting
The Dallas Mavericks desperately need to add sharpshooters around Cooper Flagg. Tim Hardaway Jr. is one candidate who wouldn't cost much and would help make the Rookie of the Year's life easier.
Mavericks urged to make Kyrie Irving draft-night trade that's far too risky
The Dallas Mavericks could elect to trade up using Kyrie Irving as Bleacher Reported posited here, but that would be far too risky of a move.
Mavericks' Dereck Lively II steal foreshadows an upcoming draft-day win
The Dallas Mavericks drafted Dereck Lively II in 2023 despite other teams picking before them being interested in him with the help of Rich Paul, and we could see a similar situation unfold with Brayden Burries this summer.
Mavericks trade rumor proves their draft plan is far from set in stone
The Dallas Mavericks are open to trading up or down in the 2026 NBA Draft, proving that their plan is not set in stone by any means.
Mavericks predicted to draft 7-foot-3 beast who fills a longtime hole
The Dallas Mavericks were predicted to draft Luigi Suigo in the 2026 NBA Draft by CBS Sports, and Suigo would help fulfill Dallas' need for more 3-point shooting in the frontcourt.
Mavericks' Klay Thompson move looks even smarter after new Josh Green rumor
The Dallas Mavericks' sign-and-trade that brought Klay Thompson to Dallas looks even smarter than before, as the Charlotte Hornets are including Josh Green in some early trade talks.
Hornets are learning a Josh Green lesson the Mavericks learned years ago
The Charlotte Hornets are including Josh Green in some early trade talks, and they're learning the same lesson that the Dallas Mavericks learned about him in 2024, that being he's not a foundational player.
Thunder's 'most likely' trade candidates should have the Mavericks' attention
The Dallas Mavericks should explore trades with the Oklahoma City Thunder for Aaron Wiggins and Isaiah Joe as the Thunder look to retool their roster this summer.
Former Maverick exposes what Dallas 'desperately' needs to add around Cooper Flagg
The Dallas Mavericks were one of the worst 3-point shooting teams in the league last season, and Tim Legler thinks that the Mavs have to add more shooting around Cooper Flagg.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Lu Dort push could put Mavericks in play for a hidden gem
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander really wants his team to retain longtime Oklahoma City Thunder teammate Lu Dort, which could give the Dallas Mavericks the ability to trade for Cason Wallace.
Mavericks should pounce on neglected 'bargain' free agent to fix their defense
The Dallas Mavericks should pursue Keon Ellis in free agency as a cheap defensive upgrade for their perimeter defense.
Mavericks should trade for Thunder's forgotten 3-point sniper to fix glaring problem
The Dallas Mavericks should trade for Oklahoma City Thunder guard Isaiah Joe to help fix their poor 3-point shooting.
Mavericks' Brayden Burries buzz keeps heating up ahead of the NBA Draft
There have been various reports linking Brayden Burries to the Dallas Mavericks with the ninth pick in the upcoming NBA Draft, as he and his camp are signaling that he'd like to be drafted by the Mavericks.
Mark Cuban confirms Mavericks legend tried to stop the Luka Doncic trade
Mark Cuban confirmed Michael Finley was one of the only outstanding voices against the Dallas Mavericks' Luka Doncic trade when it was originally brought up.
Thunder hold trade chips that Mavericks desperately need to build around Cooper Flagg
The Oklahoma City Thunder have a surplus of draft capital, and the Dallas Mavericks should make a trade with them. Dallas must acquire more draft picks to properly build around Cooper Flagg.
A Joel Embiid trade is the last thing the Mavericks need for Cooper Flagg
The Dallas Mavericks should not explore trading for Joel Embiid by any means, as he would not be a good long-term fit for a team looking to build around Cooper Flagg.
Blockbuster Jaylen Brown trade idea would help Mavericks pull off a draft-night heist
If this Jaylen Brown trade goes down, the Dallas Mavericks would have a much better chance to select Louisville's Mikel Brown Jr.
Mavericks' former perfect free-agency fix to their defense is far too risky
Oklahoma City Thunder wing Luguentz Dort’s defense makes him an intriguing fit for the Dallas Mavericks, but his offensive struggles may make him too risky in free agency.
Mavericks predicted to reunite Cooper Flagg with the sharpshooter Dallas needs
The Dallas Mavericks need more 3-point shooting, and they were just predicted to draft Cooper Flagg's former teammate from Duke, Isaiah Evans. Evans was one of the best shooters in college basketball over the last two seasons.
Mavericks' ideal next head coach for Cooper Flagg is already slipping away
Duke's Jon Scheyer looks like he's staying with the Blue Devils despite the Dallas Mavericks showing interest in him. Scheyer would've been the perfect coach for Cooper Flagg, as he was his head coach at Duke.
Dereck Lively II's injuries have Mavericks stuck in a corner without a clear way out
Dereck Lively II's injuries have the Dallas Mavericks stuck in a corner, as it would be unwise to sign him to an extension since they don't know if he can stay healthy. On the other hand, they can't trade him, either, since his value is likely low.
Mavericks predicted to turn Anthony Davis blockbuster trade into even more of a win
The Dallas Mavericks were predicted to pull off a sign-and-trade with Khris Middleton this summer, and getting value back for the veteran wing would turn the Davis trade into even more of a win.
Mavericks can't ignore this draft plan to strike gold with the ninth pick
The Dallas Mavericks should draft a point guard with the No. 9 overall pick to pair with Cooper Flagg.
Mavericks' upcoming draft picks will force an unavoidable roster crunch
The Dallas Mavericks have three picks in the upcoming NBA Draft, and this practically guarantees there will be some players who inevitably don't get brought back.