Dallas Mavericks

BOSTON, MA - JANUARY 4: Dirk Nowitzki #41 of the Dallas Mavericks shoots the ball against the Boston Celtics on January 4, 2019 at the TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

A reading from the Book of Dirk

Behind Luka Dončić and a deep bench, the Mavs have staying power

Dennis Smith Jr. is pure motor

Luka Doncic is a basketball wunderkind

Schedule

Standings

Team Leaders

Injuries

Team Rankings

SHENZHEN, CHINA - OCTOBER 08: #5 Jose Juan Barea of the Dallas Mavericks in action during the 2018 NBA China Games match between the Dallas Mavericks and the Philadelphia 76ers at Universidade Center on October 8, 2018 in Shenzhen, China. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Zhong Zhi/Getty Images)

Ballin’ Out: J.J. Barea is an important key to the Dallas Mavericks’ success

DALLAS, TEXAS - NOVEMBER 02: Dennis Smith Jr. #1 of the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center on November 02, 2018 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Dennis Smith Jr. had a really rough night against the Clippers

LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 31: Luka Doncic #77 of the Dallas Mavericks looks on against the Los Angeles Lakers on October 31, 2018 at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: Luka Doncic should’ve been the first pick in the 2018 NBA Draft

MEMPHIS, TN - NOVEMBER 19: Luka Doncic #77 of the Dallas Mavericks looks on against the Memphis Grizzlies on November 19, 2018 at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images)

Concerns about Luka Doncic’s athleticism were overblown

PHOENIX, AZ - OCTOBER 17: Deandre Ayton #22 of the Phoenix Suns, and Luka Doncic #77 of the Dallas Mavericks look on during a game on October 17, 2018 at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images)

In his NBA debut, Luka Doncic showed why he belongs

TORONTO, ON - APRIL 05: Mark Cuban attends Shark Tank's Kevin O'Leary launches symposium celebrating global entrepreneurship at Casa Loma on April 5, 2018 in Toronto, Canada. (Photo by GP Images/Getty Images)

Dallas Mavericks hire former pro gambler Bob Voulgaris

DALLAS, TX - SEPTEMBER 29: Dennis Smith Jr. #1, and Luka Doncic #77, and Dirk Nowitzki #41 of the Dallas Mavericks is seen against the the Beijing Ducks during a pre-season game on September 29, 2018 at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Glenn James/NBAE via Getty Images)

Corbin Explains: Luka Doncic and self-delusion

DALLAS, TX - SEPTEMBER 21: Luka Doncic #77 of the Dallas Mavericks poses for a portrait during the Dallas Mavericks Media Day held at American Airlines Center on September 21, 2018 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images)

David Blatt thinks Luka Doncic was biggest miss of 2018 NBA Draft

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - APRIL 23: Jimmy Butler #23 of the Minnesota Timberwolves talks to the media after the game against the Houston Rockets in Game Four of Round One of the 2018 NBA Playoffs on April 23, 2018 at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by David Sherman/NBAE via Getty Images)

NBA Trade Rumors: 5 possible deals for Jimmy Butler

TARRYTOWN, NY - AUGUST 12: (EDITOR'S NOTE:THIS IMAGE WAS CONVERTED TO BLACK & WHITE) Luka Doncic of the Dallas Maverics poses for a portrait during the 2018 NBA Rookie Photo Shoot at MSG Training Center on August 12, 2018 in Tarrytown, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

Dallas Mavericks’ Luka Doncic wise to work out with Kobe Bryant

TARRYTOWN, NY - AUGUST 12: Luka Doncic #77 of the Dallas Mavericks poses for a portrait during the 2018 NBA Rookie Shoot on August 12, 2018 at the Madison Square Garden Training Center in Tarrytown, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

Luka Doncic is getting no respect from his NBA rookie peers

LOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 09: DeAndre Jordan #6 of the Los Angeles Clippers looks on from the bench in the second half of the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Staples Center on April 9, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jayne Kamin-Oncea/Getty Images)

Are these Mavericks better than the ones DeAndre Jordan spurned 3 years ago?

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - APRIL 25: Dirk Nowitzki #41 of the Dallas Mavericks meets with Kevin Durant #35 of the Oklahoma City Thunder after Game Five of the Western Conference Quarterfinals during the 2016 NBA Playoffs on April 25, 2016 at Chesapeake Energy Arena in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2016 NBAE (Photo by Layne Murdoch/NBAE via Getty Images)

Dirk Nowitzki is too smart to understand Kevin Durant’s social media obsession

DALLAS, TX - JANUARY 25: Dirk Nowitzki #41 of the Dallas Mavericks shares a hug with team owner Mark Cuban as the Mavericks received their 2010-2011 NBA Championship rings prior to a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on January 25, 2012 at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2012 NBAE (Photo by Glenn James/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: Dirk Nowitzki staying in Dallas is more than simple loyalty

CLEVELAND, OH - APRIL 1: Dirk Nowitzki #41 of the Dallas Mavericks watches from the bench during the second half against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Quicken Loans Arena on April 1, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Mavericks 98-87. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Dirk Nowitzki

Dirk Nowitzki remains loyal with another team friendly deal

NEW YORK, NY - MARCH 13: (EDITOR'S NOTE: Alternate crop) Yogi Ferrell #11 of the Dallas Mavericks looks down the court in the second quarter against the New York Knicks during their game at Madison Square Garden on March 13, 2018 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Abbie Parr/Getty Images)

Yogi Ferrell is the latest free agent to spurn the Mavericks

NEW YORK, NY - MARCH 13: (EDITOR'S NOTE: Alternate crop) Yogi Ferrell #11 of the Dallas Mavericks looks down the court in the second quarter against the New York Knicks during their game at Madison Square Garden on March 13, 2018 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Abbie Parr/Getty Images)

Yogi Ferrell backs out of deal with Mavericks

RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - AUGUST 21: Ryan Broekhoff #9 of Australia reacts during the Men's Basketball Bronze medal game between Australia and Spain on Day 16 of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at Carioca Arena 1 on August 21, 2016 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Ryan Broekhoff doesn’t look like an NBA player, but he’ll be a valuable one in Dallas

WIZINK CENTER, MADRID, SPAIN - 2018/06/05: Luka Doncic during Real Madrid victory over Herbalife Gran Canaria (92-83) in Liga Endesa playoff semifinals (game 2) celebrated at Wizink Center in Madrid. (Photo by Jorge Sanz/Pacific Press/LightRocket via Getty Images)

Luka Doncic pays tribute to Steph Curry with halfcourt shot

CHICAGO, IL - MARCH 02: Doug McDermott #20 of the Dallas Mavericks moves between Denzel Valentine #45 (rear) and Cameron Payne #22 of the Chicago Bulls at the United Center on March 2, 2018 in Chicago, Illinois. The Bulls defeated the Mavericks 108-100. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Dallas Mavericks: Latest move good news for free-agent centers

Luka Doncic is ready to connect with basketball history

BROOKLYN, NY - JUNE 21: Luka Doncic talks with media after being selected third overall during the 2018 NBA Draft on June 21, 2018 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Michelle Farsi/NBAE via Getty Images)

Mavericks are smart to rest Luka Doncic for Summer League

BROOKLYN, NY - JUNE 21: NBA Draft prospect, Marvin Bagley III poses for a photo during the Mtn. Dew Kickstart Green Carpet on June 21, 2018 at Barclays Center during the 2018 NBA Draft in Brooklyn, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Chris Marion/NBAE via Getty Images)

Mavericks and Kings drafts were a case study in fit versus best available

Real Madrid Luka Doncic during Liga Endesa Finals match (1st game) between Real Madrid and Kirolbet Baskonia at Wizink Center in Madrid, Spain. June 13, 2018. (Photo by COOLMedia/Peter Sabok/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

NBA Draft 2018: Mavericks take Luka Doncic at No. 3