Mike Curtis

Dereck Lively II’s season-ending surgery creates questions about his future with Mavericks Lively’s latest injury sets the table for a pivotal 2026-27 season for the young center.

New story: Dereck Lively II's season-ending foot surgery is the latest in what's been an unfortunate series of injuries for the 3rd-year #Mavs center.

The foot injury also creates more questions, not just for the Mavs' future, but for Lively's as well. www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...

The NBA just announced the #Mavs' home game against the #Sixers on New Year's Day will now be televised by NBA TV.

#Mavs center Dereck Lively II will undergo season-ending surgery on his right foot. He is expected to make a full recovery and be available for training camp for the 2026-27 season.

Cooper Flagg was asked about his alma mater Duke winning the ACC title. I followed up & asked if he had an NFL team:

"I was a Patriots fan growing up just cause that's the closest one to Maine, but I'm not a huge football fan in general."

No Cowboys?

"I'm a Cowboys fan now," he said with a smile.

PJ Washington (right ankle sprain) and Daniel Gafford (right ankle sprain) are questionable for tomorrow's game against the #Heat.

Dereck Lively II (right foot injury management) remains out.

Cooper Flagg (right thumb splint) is available.

Meet Ryan Nembhard, the undrafted rookie that became the Mavericks’ starting point guard The rookie out of Gonzaga had a career night in Dallas’ best win of the season against Denver.

New story: Jason Kidd has cycled through four starting point guards through the first 20 games of the season, but is Ryan Nembhard the one who can provide stability until the #Mavs are healthy? It's possible.

"He knows who he is and that’s kind of refreshing." www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...

The marathon continues. 🏁

#Mavs F/C Anthony Davis (left calf injury management) is probable for tomorrow’s game against the #Nuggets.

PJ Washington (right ankle sprain) & Brandon Williams (left adductor strain) are listed as questionable.

Daniel Gafford (right ankle injury management) is doubtful.

With historic night, Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg flashes potential of an ‘NBA superstar’ The Mavericks needed a big night from Flagg against the Clippers. He delivered with a career-high 35 points.

New story: Cooper Flagg made NBA history by scoring a career-high 35 points last night. When the #Mavs needed his best, Flagg showed flashes of his superstar potential.

"We’re all going to be witnesses to what he’s going to do for a long time." www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...

In addition to Anthony Davis (left calf injury management), the #Mavs will be without Daniel Gafford (right ankle injury management) and Klay Thompson (left knee injury management) for tonight's game against the #Clippers.

Anthony Davis, who's been sidelined for nearly a month with a left calf strain, will make his return to the #Mavs lineup tonight against the #Lakers, a person with knowledge of the team's thinking confirms.

The #Mavs say Dereck Lively II is currently being evaluated for swelling and discomfort in his right foot.

He will miss the team’s upcoming three-game road trip and a further timeline will be provided in approximately 7-10 days.

How close is Mavericks’ Anthony Davis to a return from injury? The 10-time All-Star’s absence has factored into Dallas’ disappointing start as it sits 13th in the Western Conference.

New story: The #Mavs knew they’d be without Kyrie Irving early on, but losing Anthony Davis for nearly a month wasn’t on their bingo card. They’re being careful with Davis, for several reasons.

“Any time with a calf strain, you have to be cautious.” www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...

#Mavs center Dereck Lively II (right knee injury management) is out for tonight's game against the #Grizzlies.

D'Angelo Russell (illness) is questionable.

Ryan Nembhard (left knee sprain) is doubtful.

Cooper Flagg (right thumb splint) is available.

The #Mavs say Dante Exum will miss the remainder of the season because of complications from a right knee procedure he underwent in the offseason. He will need a follow-up surgery to concert the issue.

A new starting lineup for the #Mavs tonight:

D’Angelo Russell
Max Christie
Cooper Flagg
PJ Washington
Daniel Gafford

Klay Thompson will come off the bench.

Trial date set for Mavericks vs. Stars legal feud over American Airlines Center The Dallas Mavericks and Dallas Stars are slated for a jury trial on Monday, Jan. 26, 2026 at 9 a.m.

A trial date has been set in the ongoing legal battle between the Dallas Stars and Dallas Mavericks over a contract breach and the future of American Airlines Center.

Jason Kidd said Dereck Lively II (right knee sprain) will be re-evaluated once the team gets back to Dallas.

Asked Kidd about Flagg making 21 straight FTs to start his NBA career:

"I'm gonna tell him you jinxed him...He's getting to the FT line & making them. He has to continue to keep being aggressive. That's a part of his game, understanding how to get to the FT line if the other parts aren't working."

#Mavs center Dereck Lively II (right knee sprain) is out for tomorrow’s game against the #Rockets.

Anthony Davis (left calf strain) and Dante Exum (right knee injury management) remain out.

Jabari Smith Jr. (right ankle sprain) is questionable for the Rockets.

What's good, my guy!

Mavs star Anthony Davis is probable for tomorrow’s game vs. the Pacers due to bilateral Achilles tendinopathy.

Dereck Lively II is doubtful with a right knee sprain.

Daniel Gafford (right ankle sprain) is also doubtful.

Brandon Williams (personal reasons) is questionable.

#Mavs center Dereck Lively II is doubtful for tonight's game against the #Thunder due to a right knee contusion.

Daniel Gafford (right ankle sprain) remains doubtful.

Brandon Williams (personal reasons) is questionable.

Mavericks get 1st win of year vs. Raptors as Cooper Flagg has best night of young career Anthony Davis and D’Angelo Russell both scored more than 20 points to lift Dallas past Toronto on Sunday night.

New story: Cooper Flagg, wearing a replica of the green jersey former Mavs No. 1 overall pick Mark Aguirre donned, brought fans to their feet when he soared for the first poster dunk of his NBA career.

It was the defining moment of the Mavs’ 1st win of the season. www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...

Austin Reaves might get a 50-ball this week.

#Mavs center Daniel Gafford (right ankle sprain) has been downgraded to out for tonight's game against the #Raptors.

The #Mavs will officially kickoff the celebration of their 45th anniversary in tonight’s game against the #Raptors with the debut of their new Classic Edition uniforms.

They’ll wear these uniforms 13 times this season and 12 times at home, which will be accompanied by a new court.

Anthony Davis on how Cooper Flagg has dealt with his first hint of adversity in the NBA:

"This is adversity? We have 80 games left. We can run off 10 straight & then what? That's how I look at it & I'm sure that's how he looks at it...An NBA season is a rollercoaster. We're staying positive."

Cooper Flagg on the mood after two disappointing losses:

"I don't think it was great, if I can speak for myself. I know I'm kicking myself & I'm obviously not happy. I'm a little upset. I'm just a competitor. I love to win and I want to win as many games as possible. It's not a great start."

#Mavs center Daniel Gafford (right ankle sprain) has been downgraded to out for tonight's game against the #Wizards.