On a recent episode of ESPN's Howdy Partners, which covers Texas NBA teams, NBA insider Tim MacMahon gave insight into the Dallas Mavericks trade plans. MacMahon said the Mavs do not want to trade guard Kyrie Irving. Dallas is willing, and maybe even likely, to trade big man Anthony Davis. "What I would tell you about Kyrie is the Mavericks do not want to trade him," MacMahon … [Read more...] about Mavs Not Looking To Trade Kyrie Irving; More Likely To Move Anthony Davis
Jason Kidd Claims He Never Considered Leaving Mavericks For Knicks
Jason Kidd confirmed Wednesday that the Dallas Mavericks denied the New York Knicks' request to interview him for their head coaching vacancy last summer, though the 52-year-old Hall of Famer said he never seriously considered leaving Texas. The Mavericks had no intention of letting Kidd go and awarded him a multi-year extension in October. Mutual interest existed between Kidd … [Read more...] about Jason Kidd Claims He Never Considered Leaving Mavericks For Knicks
Dereck Lively II Facing Extended Absence Due To Foot Injury
Dereck Lively II is expected to be out for an extended period. Lively has appeared in only seven of 19 games so far this season with the Dallas Mavericks after undergoing offseason foot surgery and having a recent knee issue. Lively didn't play for the Mavericks on Monday due to foot injury management as he has been experiencing swelling and discomfort. Lively is averaging 4.3 … [Read more...] about Dereck Lively II Facing Extended Absence Due To Foot Injury
Mark Cuban Confirms Return To Mavs Basketball Ops, Says Team Won’t Try To Trade Anthony Davis
Mark Cuban told The Athletic on Wednesday that the Dallas Mavericks will not attempt to trade Anthony Davis this season despite widespread speculation following general manager Nico Harrison's firing and the team's 4-11 start. Cuban, who serves as an adviser to governor Patrick Dumont, confirmed his re-engagement with basketball decisions after selling majority control in … [Read more...] about Mark Cuban Confirms Return To Mavs Basketball Ops, Says Team Won’t Try To Trade Anthony Davis
Mavericks Intend To Keep Kyrie Irving
The Dallas Mavericks hope to keep Kyrie Irving, sources tell Marc Stein. Irving remains out indefinitely after undergoing surgery to repair a torn ACL, but he is "vibing nicely" with Cooper Flagg in practice settings. The Mavericks re-signed Irving in the offseason on a three-year, $119 million deal. Irving agreed to lower his salary for the 25-26 season from his player option … [Read more...] about Mavericks Intend To Keep Kyrie Irving