07/03/2009

Dallas Mavericks could lose status if they lose Kidd

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Jason Kidd averaged 9.0 points and 8.7 rebounds per game last season for the Dallas Mavericks.

If Jason Kidd were to forsake the Dallas Mavericks for the New York Knicks – and for less money – it would be a slap at the Mavericks' prestige, writes DMN Dallas Mavericks beat writer Eddie Sefko. Hey, if Mark Cuban's money is no good anymore, what's left?
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07/02/2009

Dallas Mavericks may be close to a big addition

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Because Marcin Gortat is a restricted free agent, the Magic would have seven days to match the Mavericks' offer.

Marcin Gortat, a 6-11 backup center for the Orlando Magic, has been offered a contract by the Dallas Mavericks, multiple sources said Thursday. The sources said that the only thing that could stand in the way is if the Magic match the offer, believed to be about $5.5 million.
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07/01/2009

Dallas Mavericks making pitch to former SMU, Kimball star

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Former SMU star Quinton Ross (left) spent last season with the Memphis Grizzlies after four seasons with the Los Angeles Clippers.

After scoring with Brandon Bass and James Singleton in recent summers, the Dallas Mavericks started this year's free-agent season by making a strong pitch to Quinton Ross, the former SMU and Kimball High School standout.
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Don't expect free-agency moves to give Mavs elite status back
I have a feeling that my complaint about the NBA's free-agency system is not as significant or likely to be heard as loudly as Mavericks fans disappointment with the process.

George exercises player option to return to Mavs
The Mavericks were informed Tuesday that swingman Devean George has exercised his player option for the 2009-10 season, his agent said.

Knicks meet with Kidd, but make no contract offer
The New York Knicks are trying to persuade Jason Kidd to come to New York.

06/30/2009

Dallas Mavericks' Cuban hopes for preemptive strike with Kidd

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The New York Knicks are expected to begin wooing Mavericks point guard Jason Kidd (right) sometime today.

Mark Cuban hit the Big Apple on Tuesday, waiting for the clock to strike midnight so he could begin convincing Jason Kidd that the Dallas Mavericks remain his best option when it comes to finishing out his storied career as a fixture.
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Nowitzki's ex-girlfriend extradited to Missouri
Taylor, who has been in custody in Jefferson County since May 13, posted $50,000 bail and was transferred Monday to face a probation violation in Missouri, a Jefferson County jail official said.

06/29/2009

Kidd is big fish, but Dallas Mavericks view Bass as a keeper

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Forward Brandon Bass averaged 8.5 points for the Mavericks last season.

Jason Kidd isn't the only Dallas Maverick who will be sought after when the free-agency period opens at 11 p.m. Tuesday. Forward/center Brandon Bass will draw attention from numerous other teams, his agent said Monday.
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Nuggets' Martin says 'everything's fine' between him, Cuban
Decked out in a slick vest and tailored trousers, Kenyon Martin spent Monday night in Dallas chatting and glad-handing with friends and fans at his inaugural reception for his charity foundation.

06/27/2009

Dallas Mavericks' Kidd expected to have plenty of suitors

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The Mavericks maintain that re-signing Jason Kidd is a priority.

The free-agent season opens Wednesday, and Dallas Mavericks point guard Jason Kidd is expected to get overtures from several teams. But Dallas has an edge. It can offer more money for Kidd, who worked well in coach Rick Carlisle's system.
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Dallas Mavericks' Beaubois is here and loving it

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Roddy Beaubois, the Dallas Mavericks’ new addition at point guard, is introduced at American Airlines Center on Friday.

Being an NBA first-round draft pick is a glorious moment for any player. It was no different for new Dallas Maverick Roddy Beaubois. In fact, the 6-2 point guard got a double shot of thrills with the events late in the first round of Thursday's draft.
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French point guard says Dallas is where he wanted to play
Being an NBA first-round draft pick is a glorious moment for any player.

Hot air: ESPN expert says Dallas Mavericks fans will like top pick
ESPN basketball analyst Fran Fraschilla knows Rodrigue Beaubois just about as well as anyone in Dallas not on the Mavericks payroll.

06/26/2009

Dallas Mavericks employees fall victim to tough economy
The economy has a stranglehold on everybody, and it's no different for the Dallas Mavericks, who Friday laid off a handful of employees on the business side of the organization.

06/25/2009

Nice pick, but the point is, Dallas Mavericks haven't improved

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It'll be a surprise if point guard Rodrigue Beaubois (above) cracks the Mavericks' rotation next season, Jean-Jacques Taylor writes.

The Dallas Mavericks drafted the explosive, athletic point guard they wanted Thursday night. But Rodrigue Beaubois won't help much next season, writes Jean-Jacques Taylor. In reality, the Mavs, right now, are no better than at the end of last season.
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Dallas Mavericks gamble they'll make noise in free agency
The NBA draft Thursday night was not a time for the Dallas Mavericks to make a big splash, writes Eddie Sefko. Free agency could provide the big dealings that fans are waiting for. And there better be some big dealings.

Dallas Mavericks' Carlisle compares point guard to Celtics' Rondo
The Dallas Mavericks aren't expecting the second coming of Tony Parker with their acquisition of French point guard Rodrigue Beaubois.

Replay: Mavs / NBA Draft chat

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Eric Maynor of VCU was the choice for the Mavericks in Eddie Sefko's mock draft.

Eddie Sefko, who covers the Dallas Mavericks for The Dallas Morning News, answered your questions in a chat Thursday on the team and its role in tonight's NBA draft.
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Der Spiegel article sheds light on what Nowitzki knew about girlfriend
Germany's Der Spiegel magazine and writer Cathrin Gilbert today published a Dirk Nowitzki-Cristal Taylor story in which Nowitzki says he believed Taylor's name was Christian Trevino. Click here for the Der Spiegel article.

Eddie Sefko's NBA mock draft

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Oklahoma's Blake Griffin was considered college basketball's best player last season.

Blake Griffin at No. 1? Not too surprising, but Eddie Sefko bounces around a few other names that might catch you off guard in his mock draft.
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06/24/2009

Dallas Mavericks trade down with Blazers, add 2nd-round choice

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Donnie Nelson (left) and Rick Carlisle have another pick to work with Thursday.

Most NBA presidents and general managers expect the proverbial lump of coal when draft time comes. So, the Dallas Mavericks traded down Wednesday, sending their 22nd pick overall to Portland for the Trail Blazers' pick (24th overall), a second-round pick (56th) and a second-round pick in 2010.
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06/23/2009

Local NBA draft hopefuls
Josh Carter's pre-NBA draft approach included living a basketball-monastic life in South Carolina. To shake things up, the former Texas A&M guard showcased his sharp-shooting skills for teams around the country.

NBA draft preview: Big men

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Blake Griffin is a slam dunk to be the first pick in the NBA draft.

If anybody can mess up a dead-solid-perfect No. 1 draft pick, it's the Los Angeles Clippers. But the Clippers' ship has come in. Blake Griffin is a freakish athlete, a bruising rebounder and a player who can change the culture of a franchise.
NBA draft preview: Point guards | Swingmen
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Dallas Mavericks looking for right deal
The Mavericks had no choice Tuesday but to stress patience – to themselves and their fans.

03/07/2009

Dallas Mavericks blog: Orlando is the Mavs' pipeline???

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For its 24th pick, Dallas received draft rights to French point guard Rodrigue Beaubois (above, 25th overall) and a future pick from Oklahoma City.

The Mavericks selected 7-1 center B.J. Mullens (Ohio State) but sent him to Oklahoma City for the Thunder's pick (25th), French point guard Rodrigue Beaubois. Dallas took St. Joseph's forward Ahmad Nivins (6-9) with its second-round pick. For more, see our Mavericks blog.
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