Kyrie Irving will not return to the Dallas Mavericks for the rest of the 2025-26 NBA season as he continues rehabilitation from ACL reconstruction surgery, but will remain a visible presence around the team and is expected to return stronger next season.
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Black Athletes Break Barriers at 2026 Winter Olympics
The 2026 Winter Olympics saw a significant number of Black athletes from around the world, including two-time Olympian Erin Jackson, Laila Edwards, and Stevenson Savart, competing in sports traditionally dominated by white athletes from Nordic countries.
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New Era in Dallas: Blockbuster Trade Signals Mavericks’ Commitment to Winning Again
The Dallas Mavericks made a three-team trade with the Washington Wizards and Charlotte Hornets to acquire three-time All-Star Khris Middleton, veteran point guard Tyus Jones, young wing AJ Johnson, forward/center Marvin Bagley III, and two future first-round picks and three future second-round picks, while sending Anthony Davis, Jaden Hardy, D’Angelo Russell and Danté Exum to Washington.
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A Foundation Recognized: Mark Aguirre’s Jersey Finally Joins the Rafters
Mark Aguirre’s No. 24 jersey was retired by the Dallas Mavericks, honoring the franchise’s first true star and acknowledging the foundation he laid for the team’s success in the 1980s.
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Dallas Open & Nexo Serve Up Community Renewal: West Dallas Gets Tennis Court Upgrade
The Nexo Dallas Open, a global tennis tournament, has partnered with a digital assets platform to provide new tennis courts at Heidi B. Moore Park in West Dallas, increasing access to the sport for the local Latino community.
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Dallas Wings Unveil 2026 Schedule as Franchise Momentum Continues to Build
The Dallas Wings enter the 2026 season with a 44-game schedule, featuring three games at American Airlines Center, a new head coach, and the league’s top draft pick, as they continue to build around guard Paige Bueckers.
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Living Proof: Home, Growth, and the Next Version of Keyonte George
Keyonte George, NBA player, recently returned to his hometown of Lewisville, Texas to reflect on his journey from there to the NBA, and to show kids that hard work can take you far.
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Seats for Heroes: Mavericks, American Airlines and Nick & Sam’s Honor Military in 19th Year Tradition
The Dallas Mavericks, American Airlines and Nick & Sam’s Steakhouse once again honored military service members through their annual Seats for Heroes night, providing 100 wounded and ill service members with a charter flight, three-course dinner and courtside seats to a Mavericks game.
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Jason Kidd Brings Elite Youth Baseball to Dallas with JK Select Launch
Jason Kidd has launched JK Select Baseball, a nationwide initiative to provide young athletes with access to elite development, mentorship, and competitive opportunities, inspired by his own experiences playing baseball and watching his son compete.
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Golden Bears Celebrate Victory with Parade and Community Celebration
The South Oak Cliff Golden Bears celebrated their third national championship win in the high school football class 5A Division II with a parade hosted by Next Generation Action Network, emphasizing the hard work, dedication, and teamwork that led to the victory.