Rookie Smith Jr. sprains ankle in Mavericks' win over Hawks
The Dallas Mavericks and Atlanta Hawks will face each other in both teams' regular-season opener next week. But Thursday's night's preseason matchup wasn't true a preview of that game. Gian Clavell had 19 points, including five 3-pointers, and the visiting Mavericks beat the Hawks 108-94. Maxi Kleber added 16 points.
The Dallas Mavericks and Atlanta Hawks will face each other in both teams' regular-season opener next week. But Thursday's night's preseason matchup wasn't true a preview of that game. Gian Clavell had 19 points, including five 3-pointers, and the visiting Mavericks beat the Hawks 108-94. Maxi Kleber added 16 points.
Seth Curry out indefinitely for Mavs with left leg injury
DALLAS (AP) - Dallas Mavericks guard Seth Curry is out indefinitely after being diagnosed with a stress reaction of his left tibia. The Mavericks said Saturday that no timetable has been set for his return and he would be re-evaluated weekly. Curry, the younger brother of Stephen Curry, emerged as a 3-point shooting threat for the Mavericks last season.
DALLAS (AP) - Dallas Mavericks guard Seth Curry is out indefinitely after being diagnosed with a stress reaction of his left tibia. The Mavericks said Saturday that no timetable has been set for his return and he would be re-evaluated weekly. Curry, the younger brother of Stephen Curry, emerged as a 3-point shooting threat for the Mavericks last season.
J.J. Barea, Mavericks to have second relief flight to Puerto Rico
The Dallas Mavericks and player J.J. Barea are getting ready to send more supplies and necessities to his home of Puerto Rico.
The Dallas Mavericks and player J.J. Barea are getting ready to send more supplies and necessities to his home of Puerto Rico.
AP source: NBA approves draft lottery, player resting rules
NEW YORK (AP) - A person with knowledge of the details says NBA owners have passed rules designed to prevent healthy players from sitting out games, and teams from losing games on purpose to improve their draft position. Under the new draft lottery rules, the teams with the three worst records will all have 14 percent odds to land the No. 1 pick, the person tells The Associated Press. The...
NEW YORK (AP) - A person with knowledge of the details says NBA owners have passed rules designed to prevent healthy players from sitting out games, and teams from losing games on purpose to improve their draft position. Under the new draft lottery rules, the teams with the three worst records will all have 14 percent odds to land the No. 1 pick, the person tells The Associated Press. The...
Noel taking $4.1M qualifying offer from Mavs, per AP sources
DALLAS (AP) - Dallas Mavericks center Nerlens Noel has decided to wait a year to try to cash in as a free agent. Two people with knowledge of the agreement said Saturday that Noel accepted a $4.1 million qualifying offer for one year, essentially betting on himself that he can get something closer to a max contract as an unrestricted free agent next summer.
DALLAS (AP) - Dallas Mavericks center Nerlens Noel has decided to wait a year to try to cash in as a free agent. Two people with knowledge of the agreement said Saturday that Noel accepted a $4.1 million qualifying offer for one year, essentially betting on himself that he can get something closer to a max contract as an unrestricted free agent next summer.
Mavs host final Reunion lawn party of the summer
The Dallas Mavericks celebrate the final Reunion Lawn Party of the summer in Downtown Dallas. There will be live music, food trucks, a beer garden and lawn games at the base of Reunion Tower this weekend. The Mavs Dancers and Mavs ManiAACs will also be at the free, family-friendly event.
The Dallas Mavericks celebrate the final Reunion Lawn Party of the summer in Downtown Dallas. There will be live music, food trucks, a beer garden and lawn games at the base of Reunion Tower this weekend. The Mavs Dancers and Mavs ManiAACs will also be at the free, family-friendly event.
Warren, Booker lead Suns past Mavericks, 124-111
PHOENIX (AP) - When both teams went with youngsters for the second half, the Phoenix Suns knew they had an advantage over the Dallas Mavericks. The Suns have been giving quality minutes to their rookies and younger players for months. It showed, as Phoenix turned a three-point halftime lead into a 124-111 victory Sunday night in its home finale. T.J. Warren and Devin Booker each scored 21...
PHOENIX (AP) - When both teams went with youngsters for the second half, the Phoenix Suns knew they had an advantage over the Dallas Mavericks. The Suns have been giving quality minutes to their rookies and younger players for months. It showed, as Phoenix turned a three-point halftime lead into a 124-111 victory Sunday night in its home finale. T.J. Warren and Devin Booker each scored 21...
Forbes, Spurs reserves top mostly Mavericks backups 102-89
DALLAS (AP) - Bryn Forbes scored a career-high 27 points with San Antonio resting most of its starters, and the Spurs ran past Dallas 102-89 after the Mavericks pulled most of their key veterans in the second half Friday night.
DALLAS (AP) - Bryn Forbes scored a career-high 27 points with San Antonio resting most of its starters, and the Spurs ran past Dallas 102-89 after the Mavericks pulled most of their key veterans in the second half Friday night.
Grizzlies clinch playoff spot with 99-90 win over Mavericks
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) - Mike Conley scored 28 points, Zach Randolph added 22 points and 12 rebounds, and the Memphis Grizzlies clinched a playoff spot with a 99-90 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Friday night. Memphis' win, coupled with Denver's 122-114 loss at Charlotte earlier Friday night, earned the Grizzlies their seventh straight postseason berth.
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) - Mike Conley scored 28 points, Zach Randolph added 22 points and 12 rebounds, and the Memphis Grizzlies clinched a playoff spot with a 99-90 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Friday night. Memphis' win, coupled with Denver's 122-114 loss at Charlotte earlier Friday night, earned the Grizzlies their seventh straight postseason berth.
Ibaka, DeRozan lead Raptors past Mavericks, 94-86
DALLAS (AP) - The Toronto Raptors have been the NBA's comeback kids this season, though they're just as comfortable playing from ahead. They're also getting comfortable representing the Eastern Conference in the playoffs. DeMar DeRozan and Serge Ibaka scored 18 points apiece and the Raptors won their fifth straight game, 94-86 over the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday night. With its...
DALLAS (AP) - The Toronto Raptors have been the NBA's comeback kids this season, though they're just as comfortable playing from ahead. They're also getting comfortable representing the Eastern Conference in the playoffs. DeMar DeRozan and Serge Ibaka scored 18 points apiece and the Raptors won their fifth straight game, 94-86 over the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday night. With its...
Barnes' late basket, steal put Mavs past Clippers, 97-95
DALLAS (AP) -- Harrison Barnes made the go-ahead basket, then stole the ball from Blake Griffin with 3.9 seconds left as the Dallas Mavericks beat the Los Angeles Clippers 97-95 on Thursday night.
DALLAS (AP) -- Harrison Barnes made the go-ahead basket, then stole the ball from Blake Griffin with 3.9 seconds left as the Dallas Mavericks beat the Los Angeles Clippers 97-95 on Thursday night.
76ers rout Mavericks in Noel's return to Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA (AP) - After being traded to Philadelphia by Dallas, Justin Anderson couldn't wait for the opportunity to prove his worth to his former team. Anderson tied his career high with 19 points and Robert Covington scored 12 of his 18 points in Philadelphia's dominant third quarter, helping the 76ers rout the Mavericks 116-74 on Friday night.
PHILADELPHIA (AP) - After being traded to Philadelphia by Dallas, Justin Anderson couldn't wait for the opportunity to prove his worth to his former team. Anderson tied his career high with 19 points and Robert Covington scored 12 of his 18 points in Philadelphia's dominant third quarter, helping the 76ers rout the Mavericks 116-74 on Friday night.
Nowitzki, Barnes help Mavericks beat Wizards 112-107
WASHINGTON (AP) - Dirk Nowitzki scored 10 of his 20 points in the fourth quarter, Harrison Barnes finished with 22 and the Dallas Mavericks boosted their slim playoff hopes with a 112-107 win over the Washington Wizards on Wednesday night. Nicolas Brussino scored eight of his 11 points off the bench in the fourth for the Mavericks, who began the night 3 1/2 games behind Denver for the final...
WASHINGTON (AP) - Dirk Nowitzki scored 10 of his 20 points in the fourth quarter, Harrison Barnes finished with 22 and the Dallas Mavericks boosted their slim playoff hopes with a 112-107 win over the Washington Wizards on Wednesday night. Nicolas Brussino scored eight of his 11 points off the bench in the fourth for the Mavericks, who began the night 3 1/2 games behind Denver for the final...
Devin Booker hits winning shot, Suns beat Mavericks 100-98
DALLAS (AP) - Devin Booker figured he'd have a better chance to win the game one-on-one than with help. "Coach asked me did I want a screen," the Phoenix guard said. "I said no because I figured they'd double-team it, so I just went with isolation. With Wesley (Matthews) being one of the better defenders, I knew it was going to be a tough shot, so I shot a little fadeaway...
DALLAS (AP) - Devin Booker figured he'd have a better chance to win the game one-on-one than with help. "Coach asked me did I want a screen," the Phoenix guard said. "I said no because I figured they'd double-team it, so I just went with isolation. With Wesley (Matthews) being one of the better defenders, I knew it was going to be a tough shot, so I shot a little fadeaway...
Barnes, sluggish Mavs put away Nets 105-96
DALLAS (AP) - Harrison Barnes scored 21 points, Dirk Nowitzki had 13 after a slow start in his first game since reaching 30,000 points and the sluggish Dallas Mavericks beat the lowly Brooklyn Nets 105-96 on Friday night.
DALLAS (AP) - Harrison Barnes scored 21 points, Dirk Nowitzki had 13 after a slow start in his first game since reaching 30,000 points and the sluggish Dallas Mavericks beat the lowly Brooklyn Nets 105-96 on Friday night.
Paul Millsap helps Hawks hold off rallying Mavericks 100-95
ATLANTA (AP) - Paul Millsap scored on a drive with 30.5 seconds remaining and the Atlanta Hawks held off the rallying Dallas Mavericks for a 100-95 victory Wednesday night. After Millsap's basket put the Hawks ahead 96-95, Harrison Barnes missed a chance to put the Mavericks back in front. His jumper was off the mark with Kent Bazemore right in his face.
ATLANTA (AP) - Paul Millsap scored on a drive with 30.5 seconds remaining and the Atlanta Hawks held off the rallying Dallas Mavericks for a 100-95 victory Wednesday night. After Millsap's basket put the Hawks ahead 96-95, Harrison Barnes missed a chance to put the Mavericks back in front. His jumper was off the mark with Kent Bazemore right in his face.
Barnes, Nowitzki lead Mavericks past Pelicans 96-83
DALLAS (AP) - Harrison Barnes scored 19 points and Dirk Nowitzki had 18 points and nine rebounds as the Dallas Mavericks ended a three-game losing streak by beating the New Orleans Pelicans 96-83 on Saturday night. The Pelicans fell to 0-2 since trading for DeMarcus Cousins and pairing him with Anthony Davis. Davis had 39 points and 14 rebounds but scored only 12 in the second half. Cousins...
DALLAS (AP) - Harrison Barnes scored 19 points and Dirk Nowitzki had 18 points and nine rebounds as the Dallas Mavericks ended a three-game losing streak by beating the New Orleans Pelicans 96-83 on Saturday night. The Pelicans fell to 0-2 since trading for DeMarcus Cousins and pairing him with Anthony Davis. Davis had 39 points and 14 rebounds but scored only 12 in the second half. Cousins...
Towns, Wiggins help Wolves beat Mavericks 97-84
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Karl-Anthony Towns had 26 points and 18 rebounds and Andrew Wiggins scored 27 points to help the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Dallas Mavericks 97-84 on Friday night. Ricky Rubio added 13 points and 14 assists a day after the Timberwolves declined an opportunity to trade him to the New York Knicks for Derrick Rose. The Wolves shot 52.6 percent to pull within 2 1/2 games of...
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Karl-Anthony Towns had 26 points and 18 rebounds and Andrew Wiggins scored 27 points to help the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Dallas Mavericks 97-84 on Friday night. Ricky Rubio added 13 points and 14 assists a day after the Timberwolves declined an opportunity to trade him to the New York Knicks for Derrick Rose. The Wolves shot 52.6 percent to pull within 2 1/2 games of...
Mark Cuban offers to help Mavericks season ticket holder cancel his account over Trump
Mavericks owner Mark Cuban offered to help a season ticket holder cancel his tickets after a tweet about Donald Trump.
Mavericks owner Mark Cuban offered to help a season ticket holder cancel his tickets after a tweet about Donald Trump.
Jackson, Leuer lead Pistons to 98-91 win over Mavericks
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) - Reggie Jackson scored 22 points, Jon Leuer added 20 and the Detroit Pistons beat the Dallas Mavericks 98-91 Wednesday night. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope had 16 points, Tobias Harris 13 and Ish Smith 10 for the Pistons, led by 27 at halftime before holding on for the win. Detroit outrebounded Dallas 56-36, led by Marcus Morris' 13, Andre Drummond's 11 and Aron...
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) - Reggie Jackson scored 22 points, Jon Leuer added 20 and the Detroit Pistons beat the Dallas Mavericks 98-91 Wednesday night. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope had 16 points, Tobias Harris 13 and Ish Smith 10 for the Pistons, led by 27 at halftime before holding on for the win. Detroit outrebounded Dallas 56-36, led by Marcus Morris' 13, Andre Drummond's 11 and Aron...