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Dallas Mavericks Add Jett Howard To Injury Report As Questionable For Season Opener At Houston Rockets
The Dallas Mavericks listed rookie wing Jett Howard as questionable for their Oct. 22 season opener against the Houston Rockets due to right calf tightness. Howard, who missed the final two preseason games with illness, had modest contributions in Dallas' two preseason contests versus Houston. The Mavericks also have four confirmed absentees: Santi Aldama (right knee surgery), Dereck Lively II (right foot surgery), Tarik Biberović (heel bursitis) and Caleb Martin (thumb sprain). Houston faces its own questions with Steven Adams (calf) and Julian Phillips (illness). Tip-off is set for 7:30 p.m. CT.
‘Like My Second Home’: Marcus Sasser In Line For First Regular-Season Game With Dallas Mavericks At Houston Rockets
Marcus Sasser is set to make his regular‑season debut with the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday at Houston’s Toyota Center, the site of his four‑year college career with the Cougars. After missing the first three preseason games with a left adductor injury, Sasser says the arena feels like a "second home" and boosts his confidence. He previously logged 5 points in a 135‑111 loss to Atlanta and feels his body is at its best since the summer. Coach Dusty May praises Sasser’s cutting, shooting and defensive instincts, while Sasser looks to bring fast‑tempo energy against the Rockets in the season opener.
NFL Insider Predicts Dallas Cowboys Trade For Josh Sweat, Names Maxx Crosby As Another Possibility
Dallas Cowboys GM Jerry Jones is poised to add a premier pass rusher before the Nov. 10 deadline, according to NFL insider Jason La Canfora. The top target is Arizona Cardinals edge rusher Josh Sweat, who posted 2 sacks in six games and signed a four‑year, $76.4 M deal in 2025. A secondary option is Las Vegas Raiders Pro Bowler Maxx Crosby, who remained with the Raiders after a trade to Baltimore fell through. Dallas, currently 2‑4 with just eight sacks, needs a long‑term defensive upgrade, and La Canfora says the Cowboys have strong relationships with both Arizona and Las Vegas to make a move.
‘I Just Like The Way We Played’: LeBron James Opens Up About New-Look Philadelphia 76ers Beating New York Knicks On Opening Night
The New York Knicks' ring night was spoiled by the new-look Philadelphia 76ers, as LeBron James, Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, Jaylen Brown and VJ Edgecombe went into Madison Square Garden and beat the defending NBA champions by a final score of 106-100.
‘He Came Up Big’: Dallas Stars Beat Boston Bruins 3-2 In Overtime As Mikko Rantanen Scores All Three Goals
Mikko Rantanen nets a hat‑trick, including a 3:52‑of‑overtime power‑play backhand, to lift the Dallas Stars to a 3‑2 win over the Boston Bruins on Oct. 21, 2026. The victory marks Dallas’s third straight win and improves its homestand record to 5‑3‑1, while Boston suffers its first loss since Oct. 5, ending a five‑game streak. Rantanen’s third goal ties him with Olli Jokinen for third‑most goals by a Finnish player (321). Jake Oettinger posts 18 saves; Jason Robertson adds two assists. Boston’s Jeremy Swayman stops 22 of 25 shots, but the Bruins go 0‑for‑4 on the power play.
ESPN Floats George Pickens Trade From Dallas Cowboys To Chiefs, Rams Before NFL Deadline
ESPN analyst Ben Solak says the Dallas Cowboys may trade wideout George Pickens before the Nov. 10 deadline if the 2‑4 team keeps losing. He cites Pickens’ slipping focus, the Cowboys’ $27.3 M franchise tag, and salary‑cap strain from adding cornerback Joey Porter Jr. Solak imagines Pickens landing with the Los Angeles Rams to replace Davante Adams or with the Kansas City Chiefs as a new deep threat for Patrick Mahomes. This week Pickens has logged 428 yards and 1 TD on 33 catches, highlighted by a 130‑yard, 9‑catch performance against Tampa Bay. The article also notes Dallas’ 66.9% chance to win the NFC East, upcoming Monday Night Football at Philadelphia, and recent trades involving Porter and other Steelers assets.
Dallas Cowboys Sign Juanyeh Thomas To Active Roster, Waive Caelen Carson, And Add Kyle Trask To Practice Squad
The Cowboys boost their depth ahead of the Oct. 26 clash with Philadelphia, promoting safety Juanyeh Thomas from the practice squad after three elevations (12 defensive snaps, 65 special‑teams snaps, 4 tackles) and waiving cornerback Caelen Carson. They also add former Buccaneers quarterback Kyle Track to the practice squad, filling the third‑QB slot opened by Joe Milton III’s move to the Eagles. Coach Brian Schottenheimer notes injuries to DaRon Bland, Cobie Durant, and returner KaVontae Turpin, while linebacker DeMarvion Overshown earns a start. Dallas sits 2‑4 after a 23‑13 loss to Green Bay.
‘Week To Week’: KaVontae Turpin Unlikely, Dee Winters Likely Out For Dallas Cowboys At Philadelphia Eagles
Dallas Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer says returner KaVontae Turpin (rib cartilage injury) and linebacker Dee Winters (Achilles strain) are unlikely to play Monday night’s clash with the Philadelphia Eagles after both exited the 23‑13 loss to Green Bay. Turpin’s X‑rays are clear, but he’s “week‑to‑week.” Tyler Goodson and Jonathan Mingo stepped up in the return game, while the linebacker corps leans on rookie Jaishawn Barham, Shemar James and Justin Barron. DeMarvion Overshown, Cobie Durant and Joey Porter Jr. are each trending toward a return after recent injuries. The Cowboys aim to field a relatively healthy roster for the Eagles showdown.
‘We Need To Feed Him More’: Ryan Flournoy Wants Dallas Cowboys To Lean On Javonte Williams After 54-Pass Night In Green Bay
After a 23-13 loss to the Packers, Cowboys receiver Ryan Flournoy urges the offense to give running back Javonte Williams more carries. Williams logged 11 rushes for 41 yards and a 1‑yard TD in Green Bay, while Dallas threw a season‑high 54 passes and finished with just 48 rushing yards. Flournoy, who caught 7 of 9 targets for 40 yards against Green Bay, says the team must ‘feed’ Williams and tighten up its motion and run game before facing Vic Fangio’s Eagles defense. Coach Brian Schottenheimer admits the 54‑pass barrage wasn’t planned, but emphasizes returning to a balanced attack.
‘It Starts Rolling Fast’: Rashan Gary On Nine-Pressure Night At Lambeau And Dallas Cowboys Division Stakes At Philadelphia Eagles
Rashan Gary highlights his breakout performance at Lambeau Field, where he logged nine pressures and three quarterback hits in the Cowboys' 23-13 loss to the Packers—tying his career best and making him the only Dallas defender with over five pressures this season. Gary stresses that consistent habits in meetings and practice drive a fast‑moving pass rush and the team's improvement. He looks ahead to the crucial Monday night divisional clash with the 2‑4 Philadelphia Eagles, noting that handling NFC East games is vital for playoff hopes. Reunited with former Packers teammate Kenny Clark and coached by former Green Bay staff, Gary remains excited, not frustrated, as Dallas aims to gain momentum.
‘Everything Is In Front Of Us’: Kenny Clark Wants Dallas Cowboys Turnaround To Start At Philadelphia After First Sack Of 2026
Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Kenny Clark says the team's 2‑4 start must be reversed with a Monday night division win over the Philadelphia Eagles. Both clubs sit 2‑4, while the Eagles fell 25‑14 to the Panthers and the Cowboys lost 23‑13 to Green Bay. Clark, a former Packers Pro Bowler traded for Micah Parsons in August 2025, recorded his first sack of the season on Jordan Love and urges urgency on third‑down and run defense. He and fellow captain Quinnen Williams impressed coach Brian Schottenheimer, who praised the defensive line’s disruption. Clark stresses that fixing the run game and converting third downs is essential for the Cowboys’ turnaround.
‘My Saving Grace’: DeMarvion Overshown Plans Return From Hamstring Injury For Dallas Cowboys At Philadelphia Eagles
Dallas Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown announces he’s set to return against the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday night, his first snap since a hamstring strain sidelined him after the Week 1 loss to the New York Giants. The Cowboys, now 2-4 after a 23-13 defeat at Green Bay, hope his comeback offsets the loss of fellow linebacker Dee Winters, who is out with an Achilles strain. Overshown says he’s been fully involved in team drills, meetings, and rehab, and is ready to contribute whether or not he resumes his green‑dot duties. Coach Brian Schottenheimer promises a cautious workload as the defense leans on Overshown’s depth.
‘Use His Gravity’: Kyrie Irving, Cooper Flagg Carry Preseason Lessons Into First Regular-Season Test Together
Kyrie Irving and Cooper Flagg make their regular‑season debut together as the Dallas Mavericks open the 2026‑27 campaign at the Houston Rockets on Oct. 21. Both former No. 1 picks and Rookie of the Year winners, the 34‑year‑old veteran returned from an ACL tear while the 19‑year‑old sophomore posted a 21‑point rookie season. In two preseason matchups they combined for 44 points against Atlanta and showed complementary versatility, according to coach Dusty May, who praised their “gravity” in transition and highlighted the need to spread the offensive load across the roster. The Mavericks hope to use Irving’s and Flagg’s playmaking to create space and relieve pressure in the 82‑game grind.
‘Learning Experience For Everybody’: Cooper Flagg Shares Takeaways From Dallas Mavericks’ Preseason Before Houston Opener
Second‑year forward Cooper Flagg says the Mavericks must improve after a 1‑3 preseason as they gear up for a season‑opening clash with the Houston Rockets on Oct. 21. Flagg posted a triple‑double (33‑10‑10) in the two Macao games versus Houston and scored 26 points with 12 rebounds in a 135‑111 loss to Atlanta. With Santi Aldama and Dereck Lively II out, coach Dusty May has been experimenting with lineups. Flagg emphasizes matching the Rockets’ physical, rebounding style and learning to mesh with Kyrie Irving, who returns after an ACL tear. Dallas lists Aldama, Lively, Tarik Biberović and Caleb Martin as unavailable for the opener.
‘Getting Very Close’: Santi Aldama, Caleb Martin, Dereck Lively II, And Tarik Biberović Out For Dallas Mavericks’ Opener At Houston Rockets
The Dallas Mavericks enter their season opener against the Houston Rockets without four key players: Santi Aldama (right knee surgery), Tarik Biberović (right heel bursitis), Dereck Lively II (right foot surgery) and Caleb Martin (right thumb sprain). Coach Dusty May says Aldama is "getting very close" to returning, while Martin briefly practiced but remains sidelined. Max Christie is fully healthy, and other roster moves include Jett Howard’s illness, Marcus Sasser’s adductor injury, and rookie Morez Johnson Jr. recovering from shin splints. The injuries leave Dallas shorthanded as they aim to start the 2026‑27 campaign on a positive note.
‘Want This Team To Stay Together’: Karl-Anthony Towns Open To Taking Less Money To Remain With New York Knicks
New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns confirmed he is willing to take less money on his next contract extension to keep the team's core together. Here is what KAT revealed about negotiations.
Dallas Mavericks Emerge As Leading Contender To Land Walter Clayton Jr. Once He Clears Waivers
The Dallas Mavericks are positioning themselves as the top suitor for guard Walter Clayton Jr., who will clear waivers Wednesday after the Memphis Grizzlies cut him to meet the 15‑player roster deadline. Dallas has an open two‑way slot after waiving center Dwight Powell, John Poulakidas and Seth Lundy, and could sign Clayton to a two‑way deal, though the exact terms remain unknown. Clayton, the 2025 first‑round pick (18th overall), posted 7.8 points, 4.0 assists and a 90.1% free‑throw rate in 69 games last season, splitting time between Utah and Memphis. If unclaimed, his $4.2 M rookie salary stays with Memphis and his 2027‑28 third‑year option is declined.
‘Really Excited’: Kyrie Irving Eager For Regular-Season Return At Houston After Injury Recovery
Kyrie Irving declares he’s “really excited” to return to regular‑season action as the Dallas Mavericks open their 2026‑27 campaign against the Houston Rockets on Oct. 21. The guard, who tore his left ACL on March 3, 2025 and missed the last 19 months, will debut after two preseason outings (17 and 18 points). Irving, who averaged 24.7 points, 4.8 rebounds and 4.6 assists in 2024‑25, says the rivalry game will test his health and readiness. He stresses a day‑by‑day approach, aims to be at 100%, and looks forward to challenging opponents like the Pacers, Spurs, Heat and Thunder in the early schedule.
‘Guard One Through Five’: Dusty May Plans To Use Morez Johnson Jr. At Power Forward And Center
Coach Dusty May says rookie 9th‑overall pick Morez Johnson Jr. will split time at power forward and center for the Dallas Mavericks. After debuting at center in the Oct. 9 preseason loss to Houston and missing the Oct. 14 game with shin splints, Johnson returned for a 135‑111 defeat at Atlanta, where May praised his physicality, defensive tenacity and rebounding hustle. Injuries to Dereck Lively II, Santi Aldama and Moussa Cisse could dictate Johnson’s role, but May envisions him as a versatile “guard one through five” piece as his offensive game develops. Dallas opens the regular season Wednesday at Houston, with the home opener Saturday versus the Spurs.
‘Share The Ball’: Sergio de Larrea Leans Into Playmaking As Dusty May Says Rookie Looks Like Rotation Player
Rookie Sergio de Larrea is shaping up as a genuine rotation option for the Dallas Mavericks, coach Dusty May says after three preseason outings. The 25th overall pick posted 10.0 points and 5.3 assists per game, highlighted by 11 points and 6 assists in his debut on Oct. 9 and a 9‑point, 7‑rebound, 4‑assist effort in a 132‑115 win over Houston. De Larrea emphasizes unselfish play, citing his passing and floor vision as his biggest contributions. He broke the franchise Summer League assists record with 12 and 14 in back‑to‑back games and finished plus‑34 in the Oct. 11 win, the highest on the floor. Dallas will face Houston again on Oct. 23 before opening its home slate against the Spurs.
‘The Opportunity Should Be There’: Dusty May On Moussa Cissé After Dallas Mavericks Keep Center Over Dwight Powell
Mavericks coach Dusty May says rookie center Moussa Cissé will earn playing time after Dallas waived Dwight Powell and retained Cissé on a fully guaranteed $2.2 M contract. May praises Cissé’s rim‑protection, lower‑body strength work, and athletic screener abilities, noting injuries to Dereck Lively II and Santi Aldama open opportunities. Cissé posted 4.5 points, 5.7 rebounds and 1.2 blocks in his 2025‑26 rookie season, shooting 57.4% in 38 games. May also highlights preseason rebounding struggles and rookie Cooper Flagg’s 12‑board effort. Dallas opens the season vs. Houston on Oct. 21.
‘Championship Mentality’: FC Dallas Draws Houston Dynamo 2-2, Reclaims El Capitán As Petar Musa Scores Record 20th Goal
Petar Musa nets his record‑breaking 20th goal of the season, converting a stoppage‑time penalty to give FC Dallas a 2‑2 draw with the Houston Dynamo at Shell Energy Stadium on Oct. 20, 2026. The result returns the El Capitán Texas Derby trophy to Frisco and lifts Dallas to 14‑7‑9 (51 points) with four games left, while Houston slips to 13‑9‑8 (47 points) amid a six‑match winless streak. Dallas struck first through Houston native Christian Cappis, assisted by Daniel Job and Bernard Kamungo, but Dynamo equalized via Héctor Herrera and later took the lead after a controversial handball penalty on Nolan Norris. Coach Eric Quill praises Musa’s composure and the squad’s “championship mentality.”
‘Eye-Opening Lessons’: Kyrie Irving Shares Takeaways From Dallas Mavericks’ Preseason
Kyrie Irving says the Dallas Mavericks must tighten rotations and communication after a 1‑3 preseason. Returning from a torn ACL, Irving posted 17 points in the only win (132‑115 over Houston on Oct. 11) and 18 points with 5 assists in a 135‑111 loss to Atlanta. He notes the influx of new faces—rookies Morez Johnson Jr., Sergio de Larrea and forward Santi Aldama—requires grace but high expectations. Irving highlights lessons from facing elite defenders in Houston and Atlanta, stressing energy conservation, screen setting and balance between ball‑handlers and off‑ball players as the team prepares for its season opener on Oct. 21 against the Rockets.
‘A Ton Of Ability’: Brian Schottenheimer Says Broderick Jones Still Getting Reps At Right Tackle
Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer says right tackle Broderick Jones is still receiving reps after Terence Steele started in the 23-13 loss to Green Bay on Oct. 20. Jones, who reported as an eligible receiver three times and helped Jasper Williams’ 1‑yard TD, impressed against Tampa Bay on Oct. 8 despite a 24-16 defeat. Schottenheimer praised Jones’s athleticism and ability but noted the offense struggled, citing blitz‑pickup issues and penalty setbacks. Dallas heads to Philadelphia on Oct. 26 to face the Eagles.
‘Pretty Pissed Off’: Brian Schottenheimer Reacts To Jerry Jones, Stephen Jones Backing Him After Dallas Cowboys’ 2-4 Start
Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer sounds "pretty pissed off" after the team slipped to a 2-4 record with a 23-13 loss to the Green Bay Packers. Despite executive VP Stephen Jones publicly backing him and owner Jerry Jones expressing frustration, Schottenheimer says the squad can play better and is ready for a win against Philadelphia. He acknowledges multiple penalties, turnovers and questionable play calls, stressing accountability, communication fixes and reliance on analytics. The coach, now in his second season, promises to address mistakes this week and rally the players for a turnaround.
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