Bridges scores 38 points, Nets rally to stun Celtics 115-105
March 4, 2023 GMTBOSTON (AP) — Mikal Bridges scored 38 points and the Brooklyn Nets overcame a 28-point deficit to stun the Boston Celtics 115-105 on Friday night.
Part of the trade that sent Kevin Durant to Phoenix, Bridges has reached 30 or more points in three of Brooklyn’s last six games.
Nets’ Thomas fined $40,000 by NBA for derogatory slur on TV
February 11, 2023 GMTNEW YORK (AP) — Brooklyn Nets guard Cam Thomas was fined $40,000 by the NBA on Friday for using derogatory and disparaging language during a live television interview.
Thomas was being interviewed along with Spencer Dinwiddie on TNT after the Nets' 116-105 victory over Chicago on Thursday night.
Orlando’s subs lead the way in win over West-leading Denver
February 10, 2023 GMTORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Reserves Cole Anthony and Bol Bol each scored 17 points to lead the Orlando Magic to a 115-104 win over the Western Conference-leading Denver Nuggets on Thursday night.
Dinwiddie has 25 in Brooklyn return, Nets beat Bulls 116-105
February 10, 2023 GMTNEW YORK (AP) — Spencer Dinwiddie scored 25 points in his first game since returning to Brooklyn and the Nets beat the Chicago Bulls 116-105 on Thursday night, hours after trading superstar Kevin Durant to Phoenix.
Clippers beat Nets 124-116 despite 47 points from Thomas
February 7, 2023 GMTNEW YORK (AP) — Paul George scored 29 points, Kawhi Leonard added 24 and the Los Angeles Clippers overcame a career-high 47 points from Cam Thomas in his first start to beat the short-handed Brooklyn Nets 124-116 on Monday night.
Green, Hardy help Mavs surprise Jazz 124-111 without Doncic
February 7, 2023 GMTSALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Kyrie Irving hadn’t arrived yet and Luka Doncic was out, so it was time for the Dallas youngsters to shine.
Josh Green and Jaden Hardy each scored career highs of 29 points and the short-handed Mavericks stunned the Utah Jazz 124-111 on Monday night after completing a trade for Irving.
Irving trade official as Mavs essentially start season over
February 7, 2023 GMTDALLAS (AP) — Luka Doncic has his co-star, and the Dallas Mavericks are set for their season essentially to start over after trading for Kyrie Irving.
The blockbuster deal with Brooklyn sending the mercurial Irving to the Mavericks became official Monday, two days before what figures to be his Dallas debut at the Los Angeles Clippers.
AP source: Kyrie Irving going to the Dallas Mavericks
February 6, 2023 GMTDALLAS (AP) — Kyrie Irving is getting his wish. He’s getting traded.
And Luka Doncic is getting another All-Star to help him in Dallas.
The Mavericks and Brooklyn Nets agreed Sunday on a blockbuster trade: Irving — the super-talented and often-enigmatic eight-time All-Star point guard — heads to Dallas, ending the pairing with Kevin Durant that never really had a chance to click.
Jazz hold off late rally, beat Doncic-less Mavericks 108-100
January 29, 2023 GMTSALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Lauri Markkanen scored 29 points, Malik Beasley added 19 and the Utah Jazz took advantage of Dallas star Luka Doncic’s absence to beat the Mavericks 108-100 on Saturday night.
Dinwiddie scores 36, Mavs top Suns 99-95 after Doncic hurt
January 27, 2023 GMTPHOENIX (AP) — Luka Doncic's early injury on Thursday night gave the Dallas Mavericks a very valid reason to lose on the road.
Instead, Spencer Dinwiddie responded to the adversity with a season-high 36 points, Dorian Finney-Smith added 18 points and 12 rebounds, and the Mavs held on for a 99-95 victory over the Phoenix Suns.
Mavericks’ Wood to miss multiple games with broken thumb
January 19, 2023 GMTDALLAS (AP) — Dallas Mavericks forward Christian Wood will miss multiple games with a broken left thumb.
The injury to Wood's non-shooting hand occurred during the Mavericks' 130-122 loss to Atlanta on Wednesday night, the team said Thursday.
Lopez layup, Mavs FT woes save Bucks after Giannis fouls out
December 10, 2022 GMTDALLAS (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo fouled out before the Milwaukee Bucks hung on and beat Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks.
That sixth foul set the stage for how the Bucks made it four consecutive victories.
Finney-Smith’s late 3 helps Mavs to 116-115 win over Nuggets
December 7, 2022 GMTDENVER (AP) — Dorian Finney-Smith had someone in his ear after missing a late 3-pointer.
It was Luka Doncic and his message was straightforward: Shoot it again if the opportunity arises.
Anunoby scores 12 of his 26 in 4th, Raptors top Mavs 105-100
November 27, 2022 GMTTORONTO (AP) — O.G. Anunoby scored 12 of his 26 points in the fourth quarter, Fred VanVleet also had 26, and the Toronto Raptors beat Dallas 105-100 Saturday, snapping a four-game losing streak against the Mavericks.
Kings overpower Nets 153-121 for 4th straight victory
November 16, 2022 GMTSACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Terence Davis scored 31 points and sparked a big second-quarter run that helped the Sacramento Kings race past the New Jersey Nets 153-121 on Tuesday night for their fourth straight victory.
Doncic, Mavs blow big lead, hang on to beat Clippers 103-101
November 16, 2022 GMTDALLAS (AP) — Luka Doncic was a little confused reacting to a key 3-pointer that helped Dallas avoid a loss after blowing a 25-point lead against Paul George and the Los Angeles Clippers.
The Mavericks superstar gave the home crowd the universal “hush” symbol with an index finger to the lips after he grabbed an errant pass near the sideline and just beat the shot-clock buzzer.
Doncic extends 30-point streak to 9, Mavs edge Nets 96-94
November 8, 2022 GMTDALLAS (AP) — Luka Doncic scored 36 points, becoming only the second NBA player ever with nine consecutive games of at least 30 to begin the season, and the Dallas Mavericks beat the Brooklyn Nets 96-94 on Monday night.
Suggs has sprained knee capsule and bone bruise, Magic say
October 8, 2022 GMTJalen Suggs and the Orlando Magic can breathe a bit easier.
Suggs has a sprained left knee capsule and bone bruise, but his collision with Dallas' Dorian Finney-Smith during the Magic-Mavericks preseason game Friday night did not lead to more serious injuries.
Golden State takes 2-0 lead into game 3 against Dallas
May 21, 2022 GMTGolden State Warriors (53-29, third in the Western Conference) vs. Dallas Mavericks (52-30, fourth in the Western Conference)
Dallas; Sunday, 9 p.m. EDT
FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK LINE: Mavericks -2; over/under is 218.5
Mavericks, 76ers win again at home in Game 4s to tie series
May 9, 2022 GMTDALLAS (AP) — Luka Doncic scored 26 points and the Dallas Mavericks took advantage of foul trouble for Chris Paul to beat the Phoenix Suns 111-101 on Sunday, evening the Western Conference semifinal series at 2-2.
Doncic and the Mavericks visit Utah with 2-1 series lead
April 22, 2022 GMTDallas Mavericks (52-30, fourth in the Western Conference) vs. Utah Jazz (49-33, fifth in the Western Conference)
Salt Lake City; Saturday, 4:30 p.m. EDT
FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK LINE: Jazz -4.5; over/under is 211
Doncic’s 35 points, 13 assists send Mavs past Cavs 120-112
March 31, 2022 GMTCLEVELAND (AP) — With a large, loud contingent of Slovenia fans on hand, Luka Doncic wanted to give his countrymen a show.
The Cavaliers couldn't stop it.
“When all the people come to see you, you want to put on a show," Doncic said.
Bullock, Mavs hold on after delay, beat Timberwolves 110-108
March 22, 2022 GMTDALLAS (AP) — A 15-minute rain delay in an arena before the game, another interruption during a tedious and wild finish for teams jockeying for playoff position in the Western Conference.
Doncic, Mavs beat Jazz 111-103 in possible playoff preview
March 8, 2022 GMTDALLAS (AP) — Luka Doncic sees a big difference between the fourth and fifth seeds in the Western Conference playoffs.
It's all about the home court, and the Dallas star led his team Monday night to a crucial victory in that pursuit.
LeBron James scores 56 points to help Lakers beat Warriors
March 6, 2022 GMTLOS ANGELES (AP) — LeBron James scored a season-high 56 points and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Golden State Warriors 124-116 on Saturday night to snap a four-game losing streak.
James had his third-most points in a regular season game, finishing with at least 50 for the 13th time.
Mavericks overcome 19-point deficit to beat Kings 114-113
March 6, 2022 GMTDALLAS (AP) — Dorian Finney-Smith hit a 3-pointer from the right corner with 3.3 seconds left and the Dallas Mavericks, playing without All-Star guard Luka Doncic, overcame a 19-point deficit for the second time this week to beat the Sacramento Kings 114-113 on Saturday.
Mavericks blow big lead, rally to hold off Lakers 109-104
March 2, 2022 GMTLOS ANGELES (AP) — Luka Doncic scored seven of his 25 points in the fourth quarter, Jalen Brunson added 22 points and the Dallas Mavericks rallied for a 109-104 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night.
Doncic’s triple-double leads Mavericks past Thunder 104-102
January 18, 2022 GMTDALLAS (AP) — Luka Doncic had 20 points, 12 assists and 11 rebounds for his third triple-double in five games, and the surging Dallas Mavericks withstood a late run by the Oklahoma City Thunder to win 104-102 Monday night.
Mavericks face the Knicks, look for 7th straight victory
January 11, 2022 GMTDallas Mavericks (22-18, fifth in the Western Conference) vs. New York Knicks (20-21, 11th in the Eastern Conference)
New York; Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. EST
BOTTOM LINE: Dallas will attempt to build upon its six-game win streak with a victory over New York.
Doncic has triple-double, Mavericks beat Bulls 113-99
January 10, 2022 GMTDALLAS (AP) — Luka Doncic had 22 points, 14 rebounds and 14 assists for his third triple-double of the season as the Dallas Mavericks beat Chicago 113-99 on Sunday night for their season-best sixth straight win while snapping the Bulls’ nine-game winning streak.
Curry, Green ruled out for Warriors vs. Pelicans
January 6, 2022 GMTNEW ORLEANS (AP) — Stephen Curry and Golden State rebounding leader Draymond Green have been ruled out of the the Warriors' game Thursday night against New Orleans Pelicans.
Curry injured his left quad muscle when he banged legs with Dallas forward Dorian Finney-Smith during a loss at Dallas on Wednesday night.
Brunson scores 26, replacements help Mavericks beat Wolves
December 22, 2021 GMTDALLAS (AP) — Jalen Brunson scored 26 points, Dorian Finney-Smith came alive in the second half and the Dallas Mavericks, with a boost from two newly signed players, defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 114-102 in a battle of attrition Tuesday night.
Dallas hosts Memphis on 3-game home slide
December 4, 2021 GMTMemphis Grizzlies (12-10, fourth in the Western Conference) vs. Dallas Mavericks (11-10, fifth in the Western Conference)
Dallas; Saturday, 8:30 p.m. EST
FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK LINE: Mavericks -6; over/under is 215
Porzingis leads Mavericks past Nuggets
November 16, 2021 GMTKristaps Porzingis had 29 points and 11 rebounds, Tim Hardaway Jr. scored 13 of his 19 points in the fourth quarter and the Dallas Mavericks rallied past the Denver Nuggets 111-101 on Monday night.
Small lineup helps Mavs rally in 4th to beat Nuggets 111-101
November 16, 2021 GMTDALLAS (AP) — Kristaps Porzingis had 29 points and 11 rebounds, Tim Hardaway Jr. scored 13 of his 19 in the fourth quarter and the Dallas Mavericks rallied behind a small-ball lineup to beat the Denver Nuggets 111-101 on Monday night.
Porzingis, Doncic lead Mavericks in rout over Spurs, 123-109
November 13, 2021 GMTSAN ANTONIO (AP) — Kristaps Porzingis scored a season-high 32 points, Luka Doncic had 32 points, 15 assists and 12 rebounds and the Dallas Mavericks routed the San Antonio Spurs 123-109 on Friday night.
Doncic scores 25, Mavs beat Spurs 104-99 after wild swings
October 29, 2021 GMTDALLAS (AP) — Luka Doncic scored 10 of his game-high 25 points in the fourth quarter as the Dallas Mavericks beat the San Antonio Spurs 104-99 on Thursday night, after some wild swings in the first half before turning into a back-and-forth game.
Doncic has 27 points, 12 assists as Mavs beat Raptors 103-95
October 24, 2021 GMTTORONTO (AP) — Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks shook off the disappointment of a season-opening defeat with an impressive comeback win in Toronto.
Doncic had 27 points, 12 assists and nine rebounds, narrowly missing his 37th career triple-double, Kristaps Porzingis had 18 points and 10 rebounds, and the Mavericks rallied from an early 14-point deficit to beat the Raptors 103-95 Saturday night.
Doncic leads Mavericks to win at Toronto
October 24, 2021 GMTTORONTO (AP) — Luka Doncic had 27 points, 12 assists and nine rebounds, narrowly missing his 37th career triple-double, Kristaps Porzingis had 18 points and 10 rebounds, and the Dallas Mavericks rallied from an early 14-point deficit to beat the Toronto Raptors 103-95 Saturday night.
Doncic has 31 points, Mavs beat Clippers 113-103 in Game 1
May 23, 2021 GMTLOS ANGELES (AP) — It took three quarters before Luka Doncic finally went quiet. The damage was already done, although his teammates kept the pressure on in the fourth.
Doncic scored 31 points and the Mavericks outshot the NBA’s leading team from 3-point range, beating the Los Angeles Clippers 113-103 on Saturday in Game 1 of the first-round playoff series.
Mavericks beat Raptors to clinch top-6 spot, avoid play-in
May 15, 2021 GMTDALLAS (AP) — Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks no longer have to worry about that NBA play-in tournament. They are guaranteed a top-six finish in the Western Conference.
Doncic, Mavs hold on to beat Irving, Nets 113-109 for sweep
May 7, 2021 GMTDALLAS (AP) — Luka Doncic scored 24 points, Tim Hardaway Jr. added 23 and the Dallas Mavericks beat the Brooklyn Nets 113-109 on Thursday night to finish a season sweep.
Kyrie Irving scored a season-high 45 points for the Nets...
Kings snap 9-game losing streak, beat Mavericks 121-107
April 19, 2021 GMTDALLAS (AP) — De’Aaron Fox had 30 points and 12 rebounds, Harrison Barnes scored 24 and Terence Davis II added 23 as the Sacramento Kings snapped a nine-game losing streak with a 121-107 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday night...
Hardaway, Burke lead short-handed Mavs past Magic 112-98
January 10, 2021 GMTDALLAS (AP) — Tim Hardaway Jr. scored a season-high 36 points, Trey Burke did the same with 29 and Luka Doncic had another triple-double as the short-handed Dallas Mavericks beat the Orlando Magic 112-98 on Saturday night...
The Latest: 3 Mavericks players out under COVID-19 protocols
January 9, 2021 GMTThe Latest on the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world:
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Dallas Mavericks players Jalen Brunson, Josh Richardson and Dorian Finney-Smith are listed as out on the NBA’s injury report for the team's next game because of health and safety protocols related to COVID-19...
Harden runs 30-point streak to 30, Rockets beat Mavs 120-104
February 12, 2019 GMTHOUSTON (AP) — There was only a little over a minute left in Houston's game and it looked as if James Harden's streak of 30-point games would be ending.
Harden brought the ball down the court and was enveloped by two defenders near the 3-point line, so he passed to Chris Paul, who drew the defense away.