After Jalen Williams was stretchered off with a lower‑leg injury in the Thunder's 108-101 win over the Clippers, Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton posted a supportive "JDub" message on X. The injury occurred with just over a minute left when Williams was sandwiched by Kris Dunn and Derrick Jones Jr., leading to a Flagrant‑1 foul on Dunn. Thunder coach Mark Daigneault and teammate Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander expressed concern, while no diagnosis has been released. Haliburton’s empathy is underscored by his own Achilles tear in the 2025 Finals against Oklahoma City, which sidelined him for the 2025‑26 season. The Thunder now await updates on Williams’ status.
The Brooklyn Nets fall 136-109 to the Indiana Pacers, extending their winless start. Despite early steals and a solid start from bigs Mo Wagner (13 points) and Day’Ron Sharpe, the Nets couldn’t contain Indiana’s shooting surge, especially a second‑half barrage of threes that built a 26‑point lead. Nolan Traoré leads Brooklyn with 17 points and five assists, but the team shoots just 8‑23 overall in the third quarter and commits five turnovers. Coach Fernandez calls the three‑quarter performance “unacceptable,” as the Nets search for defensive identity and offensive consistency.
In their first ABA Classic uniform, the Indiana Pacers bounced back from a 37‑point loss to crush the Brooklyn Nets 115‑92 on Oct. 26, 2026. After a turnover‑laden first quarter and an early ankle sprain that sidelined Ivica Zubbác, the Pacers leaned on big forwards Pascal Siakam (15 points), Obi Toppin (8 points, 2 threes) and a surprise performance from reserve Jay Huff (14 points, 3 blocks, 3 assists). Haliburton’s starting lineup clicked, the team shot 45% from three in the fourth, and they built a 65‑56 halftime lead. The win showcases improved flow, reduced turnovers, and depth beyond Zubbác’s injury.
Former 76ers forward Kelly Oubre Jr. has been a complete liability to begin his Pacers stint.
Brooklyn Nets coach Jordi Fernandez explains why rookie guard Mikel Brown Jr. and fellow lottery pick Egor Demin have seen limited shared minutes. Brown, the No. 6 pick, sits out Sunday’s games against Indiana with a preventative back‑injury designation and remains on a minutes restriction after missing preseason time with an ankle issue. The duo only played together for four minutes in the fourth quarter of a 125‑121 loss to Cleveland, hitting six threes and sparking a comeback. Fernandez says the rotation puzzle stems from bench roles, minute limits and preserving player rhythm, not a lack of desire to pair them, and he’ll continue experimenting with lineups.
Kyrie Irving remains off the Dallas Mavericks’ injury report for Monday’s clash with the Miami Heat after sitting out Saturday’s 122-106 loss to the San Antonio Spurs for left‑knee management. He posted 24 points in 25 minutes during Friday’s 121-105 win over Indiana, his first game since tearing his ACL on March 3, 2025. Coach Dusty May says Dallas cleared him for Friday but has not decided on back‑to‑back play, noting there’s “certainly a chance” Irving will suit up both nights. The Heat enter the game 0‑3, while Dallas also lists several players—including Cooper Flagg (questionable) and Naji Marshall (ill)—as sidelined.
Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg suffered a left shoulder injury after Indiana Pacers wing Aaron Nesmith committed a hard foul while Flagg was driving to the basket on a fast break late in the second quarter on Friday night.
The Brooklyn Nets, still winless at 0-2 in the 2026‑27 season, host the Indiana Pacers at Barclays Center on Sunday at 6:00 PM ET. After a near‑comeback loss to Cleveland (125‑121), the Nets must also cope with the loss of rookie forward Mikel Brown Jr., who sits out on a minutes restriction after an ankle sprain. The Pacers come off a 16‑point defeat to Dallas and will be missing T.J. McConnell, Johnny Furphy and Ben Sheppard, with Braden Smith listed as doubtful. The game streams on YES Network and DAZN.
The Pacers visit the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday, Oct. 25, at 6:00 PM ET for an early‑season Eastern Conference showdown. Indiana, coming off a win over New Orleans and a loss to Dallas, leans on Tyrese Haliburton and veteran Pascal Siakam to sustain its fast‑tempo offense. Brooklyn, seeking its first victory after defeats to Charlotte and Cleveland, hopes its young roster can slow Indiana’s transition game at home. The game airs on DAZN IND, YES Network and streams live via DAZN. Catch the matchup to see which team grabs early momentum.
The Brooklyn Nets head into a home finale against the Indiana Pacers Sunday night still winless (0-2) after a near‑comeback loss to Cleveland (125‑121). Julius Randle (28 PPG, 7 RB, 6 AST) and Michael Porter Jr. (27 PPG, 7 RB) kept the Nets afloat, but injuries loom—rookie Mikel Brown Jr. remains out with a back issue, and Day’Ron Sharpe faces foul trouble. The Pacers arrive 1‑1, boasting a dominant frontcourt led by Pascal Siakam and Ivica Zubac, who averages a double‑double and will test Brooklyn’s vulnerable interior defense. Key injury notes: Brown Jr., Tyler Bilodeau (Nets); T.J. McConnell, Johnny Furphy, Ben Sheppard (Pacers) out, with Braden Smith listed doubtful.
A recent Brew Hoop poll reveals that after a 2-3 preseason, 48% of Milwaukee Bucks fans feel their optimism is unchanged, 38% say it has waned, and only 14% feel more hopeful. Comments highlight concerns about key players like Ware and Jaquez Jr., while noting promising performances from newcomers Burries, Ament and Jakucionis. The consensus points to a “wash” in the preseason, with many fans viewing the campaign as a retool year and waiting for roster moves to shape the team’s identity.
In the Mavericks' second game of the 2026‑27 season, rookie forward Cooper Flagg suffered a hard foul from Indiana Pacers' Aaron Nesmith that left him clutching his shoulder. An MRI confirmed a mild shoulder sprain, likely sidelining Flagg for a few games. He joins teammate Kon Kneuppel, who is recovering from a hamstring strain, on the bench. The incident sparked a brief on‑court scuffle, and a video of the play is available.
The Dallas Mavericks fall 122-106 to the San Antonio Spurs in a shorthanded home opener on Oct. 24, 2026. Kyrie Irving sat out for injury management and rookie Cooper Flagg missed the game after a hard foul, leaving Coach Dusty May to rely on a makeshift lineup. Despite the odds, rookie Sergio de Larrea shines with a team‑high 21 points (9‑of‑15 shooting, 3‑of‑4 from three) and key assists, while Zaccharie Risacher, Naji Marshall and PJ Washington contribute before the Spurs’ trio of Devin Vassell, Stephon Castle and De’Aaron Fox pull ahead. The loss drops Dallas to 1‑2 as the Spurs showcase depth early in the Western Conference season.
The Mavericks open the 2026‑27 season at home against a winless Spurs squad on Saturday, 7 p.m. CST at the American Airlines Center. Dallas (1‑1) rides a victory over Indiana but faces a crippling injury list: Cooper Flagg (AC‑joint sprain), Kyrie Irving (planned rest), Santi Aldama, Dereck Lively, Caleb Martin and Tarik Biberovic are all out, leaving Coach Dusty May with a thin bench. San Antonio (0‑2) also rests Tobias Harris but will rely on Victor Wembanyama to dominate. The matchup promises a test for Dallas’s young players like Marcus Sasser, Sergio De Larrea and Morez Johnson.
Dusty May scored his first ever win with the Dallas Mavericks and as an NBA coach against the Indiana Pacers as Kyrie Irving poured in 24 points before revealing an ongoing injury situation. Star forward Cooper Flagg was hit on the fast break by Aaron Nesmith and suffered a shoulder injury that got a major […]
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The Dallas Mavericks host the San Antonio Spurs in their home opener after a 121-105 win over Indiana, but injuries leave them shorthanded. Cooper Flagg (shoulder) and frontcourt pieces Dereck Lively II and Santi Aldama are out, giving Victor Wembanyama a clear advantage. Wembanyama posted 25 points and 13 rebounds against the Rockets, and the Spurs are projected as -12.5 favorites with the game total set at 231.5. The analysis backs a Mavericks +12.5 bet, an under 231.5 total, and a Wembanyama over 11.5 rebounds play, while suggesting Daniel Gafford under 6.5 rebounds due to limited minutes.
The Dallas Mavericks announced that Cooper Flagg's injury on Friday night against the Indiana Pacers was a "mild shoulder sprain." This update is promising, as it shows Flagg avoided a serious injury after a hard foul by Aaron Nesmith.
With Dallas Mavericks head coach Dusty May getting his first win in the 121-105 victory over the Indiana Pacers, the team is now dealing with injuries to two key players. As Mavericks star Cooper Flagg is battling a shoulder sprain, the status has now been revealed for Kyrie Irving and his listing for Saturday’s contest […]
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Cooper Flagg will be on the sidelines for a brief period after picking up a shoulder injury during the Dallas Mavericks’ game against the Indiana Pacers on Friday night. Flagg started the second season of his budding NBA career. He earned multiple accolades as a rookie last season, winning Rookie of the Year as he […]
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Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg has been diagnosed with a mild left shoulder sprain following an MRI examination, the team announced. The small forward will be re-evaluated next week, leaving his immediate availability uncertain as Dallas monitors his recovery. Flagg sustained the injury during the Mavericks’ recent game against the Indiana Pacers after landing awkwardly […]
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The Dallas Mavericks better hope that Cooper Flagg's shoulder injury from Friday night's game against the Indiana Pacers isn't serious, as the team needs him healthy badly to remain competitive amid a brutal early-season stretch.
Naji Marshall was the Dallas Mavericks' enforcer when he came to Cooper Flagg's defense amidst a dirty play by Aaron Nesmith of the Indiana Pacers, and this is exactly what the Mavericks need from Marshall.
The NBA season has barely been underway for a few hours, yet there’s no shortage of drama for fans to unpack. Cooper Flagg’s frightening fall set off a confrontation between the Mavericks and Pacers, while Kevin Durant and De’Aaron Fox got into a heated exchange in another game. And away from the on-court clashes, Jayson […]
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Kyrie Irving celebrates Tyrese Haliburton’s first home game back after tearing his Achilles in the 2025 NBA Finals, cheering a 121-105 Mavericks win over the Pacers. Irving, who returned from a left‑ACL tear in March 2025, scores 24 points and reflects on the shared injury journey, emphasizing family support and mental resilience. Haliburton posts 18 points, six rebounds and seven assists, though he goes cold from three. The matchup highlights the rivalry between Dallas and Indiana, with the teams set to meet again on Nov. 9 in Dallas.
Cooper Flagg exits the Mavericks’ 121‑105 win over Indiana with left‑shoulder soreness after a flagrant‑1 foul by Aaron Nesmith with 59.7 seconds left in the first half. Flagg finished with 14 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists and a plus‑34 in 17 minutes before the injury forced a substitution. Both Nesmith and Naji Marshall receive technical fouls, and Kyrie Irving urges better on‑court awareness. Coach Dusty May says Flagg is in good spirits but a full evaluation, possibly an MRI, will take a few days. The Mavs, already missing several players, host the Spurs Saturday night.