The Mavericks continue their push towards homecourt advantage in the playoffs, with their next game against the Lakers at home.
Benyam Kidane
The Lakers are just 2.0 games away from falling out of the Play-In picture, with 21 regular season games remaining.
It's admittedly easy to lose Dallas in the shuffle of NBA storylines but the team is surging in the Western Conference standings thanks to Luka Doncic's play and a refocused approach on the defensive end.
Gilbert McGregor
After a slow start to the season, Luka Doncic has rediscovered his best offensive form as the Mavericks continue their push for a top-four finish in the West.
If you could pick any player in history, with the hopes of winning the title immediately, not knowing the era, rules, coach, or teammates — who would you choose?
Josh Eberley
If you could pick any player in history, with the hopes of winning the title immediately, not knowing the era, rules, coach, or teammates -- who would you choose?
For the third time in four games, Luka Doncic scored 45 or more points, capping off a truly dominant 15-game stretch heading into the All-Star break.
Yash Matange
Luka Doncic dropped a career-high 51 points, along with nine rebounds and six assists as the Dallas Mavericks won their fourth straight game, beating the Los Angeles Clippers 112-105.
Nick Metallinos
15 trades, 56 players and 24 draft picks. Making sense of the NBA trade deadline.
Micah Adams
According to multiple reports, the Wizards have acquired Kristaps Porzingis from the Mavericks in exchange for Spencer Dinwiddie and Davis Bertans.
The young Slovenian superstar guard came a long way since his early-season conditioning issues, throwing down a couple of electrifying dunks in a huge comeback win vs. the 76ers in Dallas.
The game was put on pause for around 45 minutes due to a problem with the basket that was noticed by Luka Doncic.
Kly Thompson has missed the Warriors' past two games and is listed as 'questionable' to face the Mavericks Tuesday night.
The Mavericks have been hot but Luka Doncic has been cold from beyond the arc. What's the cause of the 22-year-old's ups and downs?
Both young star points guards put on a show, with all-round 30-point games but in the end, the Mavericks defense had the final say.
Doncic suffered a similar injury during the 2021 playoffs, but he continued to play despite a limited range of motion in his neck.
Jordan Greer
Deandre Ayton, Luka Doncic and Trae Young will forever be linked due to the events that unfolded on Draft night in 2018. Now in year four of their NBA careers, they trio find themselves in different situations, with the Phoenix big man the only one of the trio yet to cash in on a lucrative contract extension.
Kane Pitman
Luka Doncic notched his 40th career triple-double as the Mavericks ended the Grizzlies 11-game winning streak in Memphis. Doncic finished the game with 27 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists.
Friday's clash between the Mavericks and Grizzlies marks the third time these teams have faced each other this season.
On Jan. 31, 2019, the Knicks traded Kristaps Porzingis to the Mavericks as part of a seven-player blockbuster deal. How does the trade look three years later?
On Wednesday night, Dallas held Golden State to just 82 points - the Warriors lowest points tally this season. This was the fifth consecutive instance that the Mavericks restricted their opponents to under 100 points.
On Wednesday night, the German superstar became the fourth player in Mavericks history to have their jersey raised to the rafters in a postgame ceremony.
The greatest Maverick of all time, Dirk Nowitzki will become just the fourth player in franchise history to have his jersey retired.
Ahead of Dirk Nowitzki's jersey retirement on Jan. 5, members of TSN staff discuss their favorite memories of the Mavericks legend's career.
Scott Rafferty
During his rookie season, Dirk Nowitzki's Mavs teammates called him "Irk," as in Dirk without the D, The Sporting News noted in December 1999 (his second season).
Ken Sins
There will be a showcase of elite guards in Dallas when Stephen Curry and the Warriors take on Luka Doncic and the Mavericks.
Future Hall of Famer Dirk Nowitzki talked in 2019 about entering the next stage of his life after an incredible career with the Mavericks.
Alex Schluter
At 19 years and 84 days, Josh Giddey etched his name into the record books, becoming the youngest player ever to record a triple-double.
While maintaining his perspective on the world, Steve Nash is a tenacious and driven basketball player, The Sporting News' Sean Deveney wrote in February 2002.
Sean Deveney
As LeBron James continues to add to his tally, have a look at the top 10 all-time scoring leaders on Christmas Day, three of whom are still active.
Christmas is the marquee day on the NBA regular season schedule and this year's slate does not disappoint with matchups between Hawks-Knicks, Celtics-Bucks, Suns-Warriors, Lakers-Nets and Mavericks-Jazz.
Kyle Irving
The Christmas Day uniform is no more but each team slated to play on Christmas Day in 2021 has made specific sartorial choices for the holiday. Here is a list of the head-to-head uniform matchups.
The NBA Christmas Day slate includes five matchups: Hawks-Knicks, Celtics-Bucks, Warriors-Suns, Lakers-Nets and Mavericks-Jazz.
The final game on the 2021 Christmas Day slate sees Donovan Mitchell and the Jazz host the Mavericks.
Below, find all you need to know about NBA Christmas Day 2021, from how to watch to which superstars will be active.
Including Luka Doncic, the Mavericks currently have seven players in health and safety protocols.
The Los Angeles Lakers won another close overtime game against the Mavericks on Wednesday night, improving their record in such games to 5-1 on the season.
LeBron James is putting up an incredible eight-game run for the Los Angeles Lakers that has seen him create a new record, and get the team back on track this season.
Superstar LeBron James looks to keep up his stellar play as of late when the Lakers visit the Mavericks on Wednesday.
Luka Doncic's comments come following Brooklyn's come-from-behind victory over Dallas.
The Nets held the Mavericks to just 13 points in the fourth quarter of Tuesday night's win, as they came back from a 17-point deficit to win 102-99 on the road.
With Luka Doncic, Kevin Durant and James Harden in action, it will be a superstar showcase in Dallas on Tuesday night.
The Memphis Grizzlies have surprised the NBA world by winning their last four straight games without star point guard Ja Morant.
Kristaps Porzingis has found his groove following a slow start, averaging 22.7 points, 8.6 rebounds and 1.7 blocks over his last nine games.
After picking up a sprained ankle/knee against the Nuggets, Doncic has now missed the past three games — a back-to-back with the Suns and a matchup with the Clippers.
More than three years removed from the event itself, here are the updated winners and losers from the 2018 NBA Draft.
Through the first month of the season, the NBA's Most Valuable Player is...
With eight games on today's NBA schedule, we've got you covered with where to watch and what to keep an eye on.
Luka Doncic came up huge down the stretch for the Mavs, launching a stepback 3-pointer over three defenders to give the Mavericks a 107-104 win over the Celtics.
The Mavericks escaped with a 109-108 win over the San Antonio Spurs. It wasn't without late game drama however, with Jalen Brunson instructed to miss a free-throw in a tactic that didn't go to plan. It's not the first time Jason Kidd has instructed a player to miss a free-throw late in a game.
What is the status of Porzingis ahead of Dallas' next game?
Is Luka Doncic or Nikola Jokic already amongst the greatest players to play the game? The TSN staff debates if they should've been included in the NBA 75.
Carlan Gay
It's time for an early season heat check on the contenders and pretenders in the NBA. Our staff got together to discuss the Jazz, Bulls, Hawks, Heat and Mavericks.
Would the Lakers like a do-over? Will the Heat win the NBA title? Will LaMelo Ball trend 82 times? Here are 10 observations and wild overreactions from the NBA's opening week.
The Hawks got their season off to a winning start, blowing out the Mavericks at home. Postgame, Trae Young admitted the Hawks are aware of the chatter as they attempt to prove they belong near the top of the Eastern Conference.
The start of the 2021-22 regular season is nearly here. That means it's time for a new edition of The Sporting News' NBA Power Rankings.
Luka Doncic and the Mavericks headline the playoff contenders from the Southwest Division, but you don't have to look far to find some of the best young talent in the league.
Which NBA franchise made the best coaching hire this past offseason?
With training camp in full swing, we're taking stock of the league with a glass-half full approach.
Redick is one of four players in NBA history to rank inside the top 20 in both 3-point makes and 3-point field goal percentage.
It's time for Doncic and the Mavericks to move beyond the "happy to be here" phase and start making deep playoff runs.
The center claims he lost out on $58 million based off advice he received from Paul, exacerbated by the latter's failure to adequately represent him.
Zac Al-Khateeb
Luka Doncic is the first player in NBA history eligible for the designated supermax contract extension. Breaking down the money he will make on his restructured deal:
Luka Doncic posted the second-most points ever in an Olympic basketball game. Not bad for his first Olympic appearance.
Jacob Camenker
NBA 2K22 reveals its five cover athletes on Wednesday afternoon. Four of them will be first-timers including WNBA star Candace Parker, who will make history as the series' first female cover athlete.
The Mavericks are looking for their first new general manager in more than two decades, and it looks as if Nico Harrison may be the replacement for Donnie Nelson.
According to a report — and a very strange endorsement — Jason Kidd is the apparent front-runner to be the next head coach of the Mavericks.
Joe Rivera
The Mavericks legend is stepping into a part-time role as a special advisor for the team.
Mosley has been a Mavericks assistant coach since the 2014-15 season.
The Athletic's scathing report on the Mavericks front office didn't rub the Dallas owner the right way.
Kristaps Porzingis didn't perform well this postseason for the Mavericks and, apparently, there may be some tension brewing in Dallas.
The Clippers may have won Sunday's game, but Paul George may have still taken an L.
Twitter was not happy with Porzingis' effort in Dallas' postseason loss to Los Angeles.
Edward Sutelan
Here is everything you need to know to watch Mavericks vs. Clippers, including the tipoff time and TV channel for Sunday's game.
Leonard was surgical in Los Angeles' 104-97 win, scoring 45 points on 18-of-25 shooting with six rebounds, three assists and two steals in 42 minutes.
Kawhi Leonard put up an ugly air ball on a potential game-tying shot that drew a big reaction from teammate Rajon Rondo. After the Los Angeles loss, social media had a lot of fun making jokes and memes at the expense of the two Clippers.
Here are the latest updates on Doncic ahead of Game 4.
The dynamic duo was spectacular in Game 3, combining for 65 points on 68.6 percent shooting.
Why did the league punish Porzingis but let James slide?
Is this the most preposterous shot of Luka Doncic's NBA career?
Maxi Kleber didn't mind Kawhi Leonard dunking on him, but the Mavericks forward wasn't a fan of the staredown he got from other Clippers after the play.
Luka Doncic dissected a Clippers team that came into this first-round series knowing the two-time All-Star would be the focal point of the defensive game plan.
The Flagrant 2 does not add to Doncic's technical foul total this season. He's still one T away from receiving a one-game suspension.
Tom Gatto
If Luka Doncic gets whistled for another technical foul this season, the Mavericks star will draw an automatic one-game suspension. He's trying to rein it in to avoid missing time during a key stretch of the Mavericks' playoff run.
The average margin of victory this season is the second-highest in NBA history.
Davis feels "100 percent healthy" and ready to play, but LA will be taking a cautious approach with the 28-year-old.
The Grizzlies got hit with a dose of "Luka Magic" on Wednesday night.
Marjanovic and Harris reunited for a new Goldfish commercial that radiates buddy comedy energy.
The 7-6 center was struck from behind near his Utah home.
The 1:1 Logoman autograph rookie card from Panini was sold privately. It is considered the most expensive basketball card and the second-most valuable sports card overall, next to a 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle.
Curry is now averaging 13.0 points per game with scorching 48.3/46.8/93.8 shooting splits on field goals, 3-pointers and free throws.
Just over two years since he landed in Dallas, Porzingis could be on the move once again.
NBA referee Josh Tiven decided to swallow the whistle on the final play of Wednesday night's game between the Hawks and Mavericks, and Young wasn't happy about it.
Cuban and the Mavericks will comply with the policy and play the anthem prior to Wednesday night's home game against the Hawks.
Murray was caught blatantly attacking Hardaway's most precious personal property.
Dan Bernstein
The Rockets big man picked up two technical fouls that a more likable player might have avoided.
Doncic can't seem to throw it in the ocean at the moment as he struggles to find his outside shot.
Jacob Hancock
LaMelo Ball's NBA career is just underway, but he got a marquee win Wednesday night as the Hornets beat Luka Doncic's Mavericks by 19 points.
Billy Heyen
Los Angeles star Paul George tried to downplay his team's embarrassing 124-73 defeat to Dallas.
Stats Perform News
What did we really learn about the NBA teams that played on Christmas Day? Let's dive into each game.
Luka Doncic and Trae Young were traded for each other on NBA Draft night in 2018. It looked like the Mavericks were the clear winner for a while, but it's too early to tell whether the Hawks were true losers.
LeBron James sees a lot of himself in Luka Doncic, from a pass-first approach to the way they both play with joy. The Lakers superstar meets the Mavericks rising stud on Christmas Day.
Here is everything you need to know to watch Lakers vs. Mavericks, including the tipoff time and TV channel for the Christmas Day game.
Thomas Schlarp
The NBA's annual Christmas Day tradition continues with a full slate of five games, including a primetime Western Conference matchup between the Mavericks and Lakers.
There are five reported matchups on tap for Christmas Day.
The Mavericks traded Seth Curry to the 76ers, which made sense from a basketball perspective. But it also created quite the situation for Curry, who will now play for his father-in-law, Doc Rivers.
A combination of talented players already in tow and future draft picks make this group of teams most likely to break through for a deep playoff run from 2022 onward.
The Rockets are hoping Stephen Silas' experience coaching guards will helps him piece together an effective James Harden-Russell Westbrook duo.
Former NBA player Delonte West, who played for the Mavericks during his career, was picked up by Mavs owner Mark Cuban on Monday in an effort to help the reportedly homeless West.
Here's everything you'll need to know about watching the 2020 NBA playoffs, including series-by-series TV schedules.
Here's the complete bracket for the 2020 NBA playoffs, including start times, TV channels and scores for every game.
Doc Rivers and Kawhi Leonard discussed Los Angeles' series-clinching victory over Dallas.
Sacha Pisani
More bad blood between the teams in this NBA playoff series.
The Dallas Mavericks will have to cope without Kristaps Porzingis if they are to beat the Los Angeles Clippers and make round two.
Omnisport
Clippers coach Doc Rivers again spoke passionately on the need for social change as he praised NBA players for agreeing to return to action.
Ben Spratt
The Nuggets, Jazz, Raptors, Celtics, Clippers and Mavericks are scheduled to play today, but will these NBA games actually happen?
Jordan Heck
Morris has a history of overly aggressive plays, which doesn't help his case, but did he intentionally try to aggravate Doncic's injury?
George's return to form wasn't just about seeing the ball go in the basket.
Despite the lack of a real crowd, the NBA bubble scene was still awesome.
SJ Lynn
The Dallas Mavericks levelled their series with the Los Angeles Clippers, and Paul George is aware his form needs to improve in Game 5.
Liam Blackburn
Doncic capped off one of the most spectacular playoff performances in recent memory Sunday night with an incredible buzzer-beating 3-pointer.
George is ice-cold against the Mavericks in a series where his Clippers appear vulnerable.
Doncic hit the game-winning shot for the Mavericks in Game 4 on Sunday.
Luka Doncic believes his ankle injury is not serious after the Dallas Mavericks' loss to the Los Angeles Clippers.
Paul George is in a 7-for-33 shooting slump over his last two games.
Doncic recorded a triple-double in Game 3 against the Clippers.
Kristaps Porzingis' playoff debut ended much earlier than expected.
Here's what happens when Stats Perform simulates the 2020 NBA playoffs. And it is good news for the Milwaukee Bucks.
Here's a complete breakdown of the NBA's clinching scenarios for the Trail Blazers, Grizzlies, Suns and Spurs, including an updated bracket for Thursday, Aug. 13.
Despite scoring 49 points in an overtime win over the Dallas Mavericks, James Harden wanted to praise the Houston Rockets' defense.
Here is a complete TV schedule for the first two nights of NBA games during the 2020 season restart, including start times and channels for Thursday and Friday's national broadcasts.
Tadd Haislop
Of the 344 players tested at the NBA 'bubble' over the past week, not a single one returned a positive COVID-19 result.
Dom Farrell
Using STATS data, we look at the best-performing players ahead of the NBA's return in Orlando, Florida.
NBA players should be allowed to kneel during the national anthem, Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban said.
Dejan Kalinic
"History goes through phases."
The Mavericks owner wants leagues to finance more research after research he funded produced encouraging results.
An amount of testing similar to that which is used at the White House would be needed before Mark Cuban reopens the Dallas Mavericks' facility.
The league reportedly is giving teams the go-ahead to open facilities for individual workouts, provided stay-at-home orders are lifted or adjusted.
Mark Cuban said a date for a resumption of the 2019-20 NBA season has not even been discussed due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Peter Thompson
With the NBA postponed, Phoenix still gave fans their basketball fix, albeit virtually, on Friday.
The Mavs owner said stunning isn't the right word to describe the coronavirus' impact on the NBA. "Just crazy."
The dynamic duo shined in Dallas' 127-123 overtime win over New Orleans.
The Dallas owner named names after a crucial sequence went against his team.
Luka Doncic has missed the past seven games for Dallas.
The Mavericks will have to cope without Luka Doncic until at least Feb. 10, according to their coach.
Another ankle issue has forced Luka Doncic out of the Mavericks' game against the Rockets.
Matt Dorman
Ahead of All-Star weekend (Feb. 14-16 in Chicago), the league has released the final fan voting results.
There has been big performances, historic moments, game-winners and even some fights! Re-live some of the best NBA moments on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
At 20 years old, Mavericks star Luka Doncic is already reading the game like a veteran.
The Mavs forward and Ravens quarterback are already dominating the NBA and NFL, respectively, but which star will shine brighter in the 2020s?
J Greer and Vinn...
Lakers superstar LeBron James continues to set new standards in the NBA.
After 21 points against Portland and some ice for his troublesome groin, LeBron James says he will be ready to do it all against Dallas.
Despite a 30-point triple-double against the Warriors, Mavericks star Luka Doncic does not feel he can be compared to Stephen Curry yet.
Mavericks coach Rick Carlisle addressed the chatter surrounding Kristaps Porzingis after Dallas' win over the Spurs, telling reporters a post-up is "a low-value situation."
Mavericks star Luka Doncic is expected to take the floor on Thursday night against the Spurs after missing Dallas' previous four games.
76ers All-Star center Joel Embiid discussed the team's slump following its loss Friday to the Mavericks.
No Luka Doncic, no worries for the Mavericks, who stopped the red-hot Bucks on Monday.
Luka Doncic suffered an ankle sprain on Saturday that will likely prevent him from facing Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Nicholas McGee
Mavericks star Luka Doncic struggled against the Clippers on Tuesday, leading Paul George to praise his team's defensive effort.
Joe Wright
The Mavericks guard is playing himself into the MVP conversation early in this campaign.
Kristaps Porzingis made his return to Madison Square Garden on Thursday — and he did not receive a warm welcome.
Porzingis will play at Madison Square Garden on Thursday for the first time since leaving New York.
Walker's game has helped lift Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown.
New York gets the W in its first meeting against its former franchise cornerstone, plus more from the Association on a Friday night.
LeBron James probably thought he had heard every possible basketball question over the course of his 17-season career. Well, here's a new one for you, champ.
Kyle Kuzma has been out for the Lakers' first four games with a stress reaction in his ankle.
Thomas Lott
Joel Embiid led the way for Philadelphia with 36 points and 13 rebounds as the 76ers (3-0) remain the last unbeaten team in the East.
Arthur Weinstein
Golden State will look to get its first win of the season in New Orleans Monday as it hits the road to face the Pelicans.
Ameer Tyree
Russell Westbrook is back to his old ways in a new location.
Last year's Rookie of the Year notched his ninth career triple-double with 25 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists.
Future Hall of Famer Dirk Nowitzki talks about entering the next stage of his life after an incredible career with the Mavericks.
"I appreciate the irony of your reporting on a fine that someone should, but won't, get fined for leaking to you," Cuban told ESPN.
Alexis Mansanarez
"If you don't really have a full complement of players and you're keeping your star player load managed, that creates challenge,"Cuban said.
The 6-5 guard had spent all three of his NBA seasons with the Raptors until he was traded to the Grizzlies in 2018-19.
Tobias Harris and Boban Marjanovic will play on different teams for the first time since 2016.
Alyssa Sconzo
Boban Marjanovic reportedly agreed to a two-year deal worth $7 million with the Mavericks.
Gabrielle McMillen
The Nets, Grizzlies, Jazz, Clippers and Pelicans have all also been linked to Harris while Philadelphia is hoping to re-sign him, as well.
E.Jay Zarett
Dallas is looking to form a big three of its own and the final piece of the puzzle could be Kemba Walker.
The Clippers and Mavericks continue to be linked to the 33-year-old forward, according to a report from the Boston Herald.
Walker would make for an interesting addition to the Mavericks alongside 20-year-old Luka Doncic and 7-3 Latvian Kristaps Porzingis.
Travis Durkee
"We all go through it. Every franchise goes through cycles, and when your down cycle hits you, it's never fun," Cuban explained.
Chelsea Howard
The All-Rookie first team was a mirror of the top five picks in the 2018 NBA Draft, the first time that had happened since the 1984 draft.
Bob Hille
Make no mistake, teams like the Suns, Bulls and Grizzlies will weep for joy if they can pick Ja Morant. But despite his obvious talent level, plenty of teams will be reluctant to take him at the 2019 NBA Draft.
Where should basketball fans want Duke star Zion Williamson to land? Ahead of the 2019 NBA Draft lottery, here are the fun spots from a basketball perspective, fun spots from a spectacle perspective and less fun spots from every perspective.
Chris Stone
While visiting his hometown of Liepaja, Latvia, Porzingis reportedly got into a fight with a group of Russians, which left his face bloody.
The Mavericks are looking for a third star to add to a potential starting lineup featuring Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis.
Nowitzki wrote: "This is not goodbye. This is THANK YOU Mavs fans, from the bottom of my heart."
MacLeod also coached the Mavericks and Knicks, finishing 707-657 overall as an NBA head coach, placing him 18th in league history.
Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki, who will be retiring at the end of the 2018-19 season, has forever changed how we view big men and international players in the NBA.
The 40-year-old big man poured in a season-high 30 points, eight rebounds and three assists against the Suns.
Dwyane Wade and Dirk Nowitzki each played their last home games, as both have plans to retire after the season.
The Mavericks legend scored his team's first 10 points in Tuesday's matchup against the Suns.
The Mavericks didn’t have the depth to sustain a playoff run, and rising star Luka Doncic wore down late in the year. But a revamped roster should put them back in contention for a postseason spot.
Even when factoring in Trae Young's late surge, he is still well behind Luka Doncic in the Rookie of the Year race.
Pelicans star Anthony Davis stayed in New Orleans, but there was plenty of movement elsewhere. It’s safe to declare some winners and losers from NBA trade deadline action.
Harrison Barnes suited up for the Mavericks against the Hornets and was subsequently traded later that night ... while he was playing.
Drew Nantais
Rampant rumors and speculation will be flying around as the 2019 NBA trade deadline approaches. Here is your one-stop shop for all the latest trade buzz.
Kristaps Porzingis reportedly said he wanted to be traded, and the Knicks shipped him away to Dallas in no time.
Kanter hadn't appeared in New York's previous four games.
Despite Dennis Smith Jr.'s struggles early in his career and his battles with Mavs coach Rick Carlisle, there should still be plenty of interest as the trade deadline approaches. The problem is finding a deal that makes sense.
