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The 2026 Las Vegas Summer League Dallas Mavericks looked an awful lot like the 2025-2026 Mavericks’ NBA rotation in their opener. There were athletic forwards, multi-tool bench wings, precisely two three-point shooting guards who could not touch the paint without a screen, and one young forward tasked with carrying it all. Morez Johnson Jr. may […]
As Kyrie Irving ramps up his activity to make a comeback, Mavericks head coach was left in awe after his workout.
After their first Summer League game, the Dallas Mavericks may have found a hidden gem with their last pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, Vsevolod Ishchenko. He outperformed fellow second-round pick Tobi Lawal.
DHJ Quick Take: Ryan Nembhard On Playing Alongside Morez Johnson Jr. Ryan Nembhard said he already loves playing with rookie Morez Johnson Jr. after the two shared the floor for the first time in a 101-90 Mavericks Summer League loss to the Golden State Warriors. LAS VEGAS — Ryan Nembhard shared the floor with Morez […]
Moussa Cisse hinted that he may be returning to the Dallas Mavericks in free agency, as he was seen with his teammates sitting courtside during Dallas' Summer League game against the Golden State Warriors on Thursday evening.
When the Dallas Mavericks hired Masai Ujiri, Mike Schmitz, and eventually Dusty May, it felt like the franchise had finally turned a corner. For the first time in years, there appeared to be a clear plan. Nico Harrison was gone; one of the league’s most respected executives was running basketball operations; one of the NBA’s […]
This Lakers trade pitch would reunite Luka Doncic with P.J. Washington, his former Dallas Mavericks teammate. The post 3-Team Lakers Trade Pitch Reunites Luka Doncic With Ex-Teammate appeared first on HEAVY .
Marc Stein says the Mavericks still prefer trading Klay Thompson before considering a contract buyout this offseason.
Former Illinois big man Morez Johnson Jr. dominated in his NBA Summer League debut on Thursday night. Johnson Jr. finished with 27 points and eight rebounds, shooting an impressive 12-for-17 from the field in 32 minutes. The Mavericks fell to the Warriors, who were led by Johnson’s former Michigan teammate Yaxel Lendeborg. Lendeborg and Johnson […]
The NBA trade rumor mill has spun into Las Vegas for summer league, and it is a good bet (pun!) we will see more deals ahead. What's your team up to? The post NBA Trade Rumors: Lakers’ Kuminga Trouble, Mavericks Deals & the Big Board appeared first on HEAVY .
The Cleveland Cavaliers are aiming for a transformative offseason and could pursue a high profile reunion with LeBron James and Kyrie Irving. While James’ free agency decision remains entirely in his hands, a trade for Irving from the Dallas Mavericks looks interesting. The backcourt and add playoff-proven experience is the catch to put him alongside […] The post Cavaliers Proposed to Land Kyrie Irving for 3 Players to Attract LeBron James appeared first on HEAVY .
Dallas Mavericks rookie Morez Johnson Jr. silenced the doubters who thought Dallas shouldn't have drafted him with a 27-point performance in his NBA Summer League debut.
Dallas Mavericks head coach Dusty May came away impressed after watching Kyrie Irving work out ahead of the 2026-27 season, comparing the veteran guard’s skill and creativity to an artist creating a masterpiece. Speaking on Thursday, July 9, May discussed Irving’s return process and said he watched a workout session with the Mavericks star. “I […] The post Dusty May compares Kyrie Irving workout to Picasso painting appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Dallas Mavericks head coach Dusty May addressed the selection of Morez Johnson Jr. on Thursday, July 9, explaining that he was not the person who made the decision to draft his former Michigan player ninth overall in the 2026 NBA Draft. “I didn’t draft Morez just for the record. When it was explained to me […] The post Dusty May says he didn’t draft Morez Johnson Jr. appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Our in-season Grades coverage typically does not apply for Summer League games, but getting to see the Dallas Mavericks take on the Golden State Warriors in person alongside other members of the Mavs Moneyball staff makes for a special exception. The vibe and atmosphere of Summer League games are definitely unique and special, and simply […]
The Lakers will begin the second leg of their Summer League stint in Las Vegas against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Friday. This will be the first game of a back-to-back as they take on the Dallas Mavericks the following day. Start time and TV schedule Who: Los Angeles Lakers vs. Oklahoma City Thunder When: 7 p.m. PT, […]
Dusty May is entering his debut NBA season as head coach. While he’s facing a daunting task, having a talented Dallas Mavericks roster, including the returning Kyrie Irving, will make his job easier. The former Michigan coach saw the superstar…
The Dallas Mavericks fell to the Golden State Warriors in their first game of NBA Summer League, 101-90. LJ Crier scored 25 for the Warriors and rookie Yaxel Lendeborg scored 21 to go along with 10 rebounds and six assists. Rookie Morez Johnson Jr. led Dallas with 27 in defeat. The opening minutes of the […]
Warriors The Warriors are bringing back center Charles Bassey on a one-year contract, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. Bassey, 25, finished last season with Golden State after bouncing around the league on a series of short-term deals. He made the most of his opportunity, averaging 10.6 points, 7.2 rebounds and 1.4 blocks over five late-season […] The post NBA Notes: Warriors, Charles Bassey, Mavericks, Frank Vogel, Spurs appeared first on Hoops Wire .
DHJ Quick Take: Mavericks Open Summer League Under Dusty May And A New Front Office The Dallas Mavericks open Summer League play Thursday against the Golden State Warriors, the first extended look at Dusty May‘s program and a rookie class built around Morez Johnson Jr., Sergio De Larrea and Tobi Lawal. Dusty May took over […]
Dallas Mavericks new head coach Dusty May is already in awe of Kyrie Irving. The first-year coach, who recently left his post at the University of Michigan for the professional ranks, described to ESPN what it was like watching Irving workout on Thursday.“I spoke with Kyrie and actually witnessed a workout this morning,” May said. […] The post How Kyrie Irving Is Impressing Mavericks New Coach Dusty May appeared first on HEAVY .
The Summer League Dallas Mavericks kick off their time in Las Vegas by playing the Golden State Warriors. It’s the game before the “big” game (Washington Wizards vs Utah Jazz), but still features quite a cast of players from June’s NBA Draft. The game’s selling point to casual fans is the Michigan match up between […]
New Dallas Mavericks head coach Dusty May had high praise for Kyrie Irving after watching the star point guard complete a workout on Thursday.
The Dallas Mavericks discussed a Kawhi Leonard trade with the Clippers, and they now look better for not proceeding with it.
Here's how you can watch the Mavericks newest rookies in action.