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19 April 2025

• [Sportskeeda] - Dereck Lively's foot injury led to tensions in Mavericks medical ranks, says insider
  As shared by NBA insider Marc Stein on X, Dereck Lively II's foot injury was at the center of significant tensions among new members of the Dallas Mavericks' medical and performance team at their prac
• [Total Pro Sports] - “My Heart Was Broken”- Luka Doncic Reveals He Smashed His Phone After Finding Out About Lakers Trade
  After beginning his NBA journey with the Dallas Mavericks, Luka Doncic envisioned finishing his career in the same jersey. He felt a deep connection with the franchise and believed it was the perfect place to build his legacy. However, while Luka was focused on recovery and planning his return from injury, the Mavericks were quietly …
• [Sports Illustrated] - Mavericks traded Luka Doncic to Lakers to 'win now' and missed the playoffs
  Well, so much for that, Nico Harrison.
• [Sportskeeda] - NBA reporter drops bomb regarding Mavs' strained relationship with franchise legend Dirk Nowitzki and minority owner Mark Cuban
  It's a tough time to be a Dallas Mavericks fan, as the franchise continues to adjust to life after Luka Doncic.
• [THE SPORTSRUSH] - “He’s a Good Man”: Warriors Legend Sides With Nico Harrison, Claims Mavericks Ownership Pushed Him to Trade Luka Doncic
  With the Mavericks being officially eliminated from playoff contention this year, their decision to trade Luka Doncic has been placed under a microscope yet again. On the latest episode of the Nightcap, Shannon Sharpe and Chad Johnson were joined by Warriors legend Mitch Richmond, who claimed that the trade may not have been masterminded by […] The post appeared first on .
• [NBA Analysis Network] - Anthony Davis speaks out on Dallas Mavericks feelings for Luka Doncic immediately after injury and elimination, ‘I know…’
  Anthony Davis reveals Dallas Mavericks fans have had emotional season as Luka Doncic trade was still stinging them.
• [Last Word on Sports] - Most Vital Free Agent On Teams Eliminated In Play-In Tournament
  With the NBA Play-In Tournament coming to a conclusion on Friday, there are now 16 of 30 teams left standing. For the other 14 teams, they can focus on the offseason. Here is the most important free agent on each of the four eliminated teams from the Play-In Tournament. (The most important free agent on each of the five Eastern Conference teams eliminated before the play-in can be seen . The most important free agent on each of the five Western Conference teams eliminated before the play-in can be seen .) Most Vital Free Agent On Teams Eliminated In Play-In Tournament Atlanta Hawks - Caris LeVert Now 30 years old, was acquired by the Hawks in early February in a trade that sent to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Long one of the better scorers off the bench, he continued that role with Atlanta. In 26 games for his new squad, LeVert averaged 14.9 points on 48,2% shooting. He has now averaged at least 12 points per contest in each of the last eight seasons. Other notable free agents: , , Chicago Bulls - Josh Giddey (Restricted) Still just 22 years old, likely earned himself millions with his play late in the season. Over his last 19 outings, the fourth-year guard posted stellar averages of 21.2 points, 10.7 rebounds, 9.3 assists, and 1.5 steals. In that timeframe, Giddey also shot 45.7% from beyond the arc. It was just last postseason while with the Oklahoma City Thunder that he became nearly unplayable in their matchup against the Dallas Mavericks. In OKC’s series loss, they showed no respect to his outside shot and played off him. He was unable to capitalize. If he keeps shooting like this for a full year, we may see Giddey as an All-Star in the near future. Other notable free agents: Dallas Mavericks - Kyrie Irving (Player Option) A nine-time All-Star, has a player option for next season worth just shy of $44 million. ESPN’s Shams Charania has reported that Dallas wants to bring him back on a three-year deal. He also stated that the Mavericks are optimistic that he can return in January from his torn ACL. The 33-year-old averaged 24.7 points, 4.8 rebounds, 4.6 assists, and 1.3 steals in 50 outings prior to the major injury. He made 40.1% of his three-point attempts, the seventh time in the last nine seasons that Irving was at least 40% from long distance. https://twitter.com/ShamsCharania/status/1912672453597540598 Other notable free agents: , Sacramento Kings - Jake LaRavia It can be assumed that the Kings will pick up ’ team option (or extend him) as it is worth only $2.3 million. So the choice was between and . Let’s go with the younger player as LaRavia will turn 24 on November 3. Acquired by Sacramento from the Memphis Grizzlies in February, the 6-foot-8 forward connected on 38.5% of his three-point tries in his 19 contests with the Kings. Unfortunately, a left thumb fracture sidelined for him each of the last 11 games (including their play-in loss). Other notable free agents: Trey Lyles Photo credit: © David Banks-Imagn Images The post appeared first on .
• [Sportskeeda] - Klay Thompson snaps back at reporter’s ‘ridiculous question’ as Mavericks' disastrous season ends in heartbreak
  Klay Thompson was not in a good mood at all after the Dallas Mavericks failed to clinch the final playoff spot in the Western Conference.
• [Deadspin] - Ja Morant guides Grizzlies past Mavs, into playoffs
  Deadspin | Ja Morant guides Grizzlies past Mavs, into playoffs
• [The Big Lead] - Klay Thompson annoyed by 'ridiculous question' about first Mavericks season
  The five-time NBA All-Star left Golden State to chase his fifth championship ring on a Dallas roster that had Luka Doncic and Kyrle Irving.