The NBA announced the Dallas Mavericks organization has been fined $750,000 for conduct detrimental to the league in an elimination game against the Chicago Bulls on April 7. The Mavericks violated the league's player resting policy and demonstrated through actions and public statements the organization's desire to lose the game in order to improve the chances of keeping its … [Read more...] about NBA Fines Mavericks $750,000 For Tanking Actions, Comments
Mavs Concerned This Season Could Impact Luka Doncic’s ‘Willingness To Be Patient’
Tim Cato of The Athletic confirmed a report from ESPN's Tim MacMahon that there are fears within the Dallas Mavericks that Luka Doncic could request a trade as early as 2024. "Team sources, in recent weeks, have expressed similar concerns to The Athletic about the impact this season's collapse could have on Doncic's future in Dallas and willingness to be patient," wrote Cato. … [Read more...] about Mavs Concerned This Season Could Impact Luka Doncic’s ‘Willingness To Be Patient’
Mavericks Consulted NBA League Office Before Sitting Players Against Bulls
The Dallas Mavericks consulted with the NBA league office last week before they announced a number of players would be unavailable for Friday's game against the Chicago Bulls, sources tell Marc Stein of Substack. The Mavericks remained mathematically alive for a Play-In spot when they decided to sit a number of players in the game against the Bulls, which was reportedly a clear … [Read more...] about Mavericks Consulted NBA League Office Before Sitting Players Against Bulls
Mavericks Optimistic They’ll Re-Sign Kyrie Irving
The Dallas Mavericks are optimistic of their chances of re-signing Kyrie Irving this offseason in free agency. "I think the things that he said along the way about how he feels here, how he feels appreciated, how he feels accepted and allowed to be himself -- those are the things that he said kind of consistently," Nico Harrison said Tuesday, a day after meeting with Irving. … [Read more...] about Mavericks Optimistic They’ll Re-Sign Kyrie Irving
Luka Doncic: I’m Happy In Dallas, But Something’s Got To Change For Sure
Luka Doncic reiterated his long-term commitment to the Dallas Mavericks following their 138-117 loss to the San Antonio Spurs to close out the season. "I'm happy here, so there's nothing to worry [about]," said Doncic after the game. ESPN reported earlier in the weekend that the Mavs feared Doncic requesting a trade as early as 2024. "Something's got to change, for sure. I … [Read more...] about Luka Doncic: I’m Happy In Dallas, But Something’s Got To Change For Sure