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Where would Dallas be without OJ Mayo?

The Mavericks' new shooting guard has been far and away their best player. Where would they be without him? Blogger Chuck Perry breaks it down.

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Heat vs. Mavs: Rematch in name only

The Mavericks and the Heat play in a rematch of the 2011 NBA Finals, a series the Heat players will never forget.

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Mavs at crossroads: How they got here and where they’re going

Dirk's recent words about the Mavericks' direction are harsh but unsurprising. How did this situation come about, and is there a way out? Chuck Perry explores the issue.

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The Mayo problem: A season in review and a look toward the future

OJ Mayo, who scored more points than any other Maverick this year, has decided to become a free agent after a season of extreme inconsistencies. WFAA's Chuck Perry and Mike Marshall break down OJ's...

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Mavs offseason preview: Winds of change

The status quo is no longer good enough, so the Mavericks will shake things up this summer.

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Mavs waiting to play the hand they're dealt: A Dwight/CP3 primer

Every NBA team needs to adjust their offseason goals based on how their current situation. For most of the last twelve or so years, the Mavericks’ focus in May was to maximize playoff success. This...

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One dream enters, two dreams leave: The mad Mavs' offseason haymaker

As Mavs fans dream of corralling a superstar to pair with Dirk, the reality might be that their only shot of landing Chris Paul or Dwight Howard is.... landing Chris Paul AND Dwight Howard. Chuck Perry...

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Where does this Mavericks team need the most help: A categorical breakdown

As painful as the Dallas Mavericks’ 2012-13 season was, it actually feels necessary that the Mavs’ worst season since 2000 lingers just a bit more. it’s worth examining where the biggest drop offs...

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Mavs offseason blueprint: Part 1: Who comes, who goes

To say this Mavericks' offseason will be an important one would be a great understatement - the twilight of Dirk's career could all hinge on what happens this summer. In part 1 of our primer, we look...

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Mavs offseason blueprint, part 2: Adding pieces

Simply bringing their own free agents back will not fix what ails the Mavericks. They need to find key cogs from around the league if they are to become competitive again. Doyle Rader runs down some...

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Smart's Mother reacts to suspension

Camella Smart sits in her Flower Mound home sharing her reaction upon seeing her son deliver the shove seen round the sports world, "Oh, Marcus, no. No Marcus, no," said Smart.

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Mavs offseason preview: What to do with Dirk's discount?

After a surprising seven game first-round series against the defending Western Conference Champion San Antonio Spurs, the Dallas Mavericks once again set their sights on a summer filled with uncertainty.

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Re-united and it feels so good: Analyzing the Chandler trade

Tyson Chandler isn't the player he was for the Mavs' 2011 championship squad, but he's a big step up for this Dallas team - and comes at a price that's easy to swallow.

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Mavs look for lightning to strike twice in Chandler acquisition

Improving their defense is exactly what Dallas has in mind with bringing Chandler back. However, he is not the same player he was in 2011.

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Which summer leaguers will make the Mavs? A roster primer

The most recognizable names to fans are probably those of Bernard James, Ivan Johnson, Ricky Ledo, and Gal Mekel. James, Ledo, and Mekel were all on the Mavericks last season, with Ledo spending much...

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Mavs' Summer League team ends the week at 3-2

The Dallas Mavericks finished their Summer League journey with a record of 3-2, but Summer League isn’t about wins and losses — despite the tournament-style setup.

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