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Dallas Mavericks Owner Mark Cuban Issues a $1 Million Challenge to Donald Trump

Danny Gallagher — Sun, 04 Nov 2012 09:01:32 +0000

The big "October Surprise" that Donald Trump promised would shake up the presidential election turned out just to the Donald looking for more attention.

Now another rich guy has joined the million dollar charity challenge. This time, however, it's Trump who's getting "double dog dared" to do something for money.

Former Dallas Maverick Jason Kidd Arrested For DWI

Jeff Evans — Mon, 16 Jul 2012 00:27:19 +0000

Former Dallas Mavericks point guard and newly signed New York Knicks star, Jason Kidd, was arrested early this morning (July 15) on charges of DWI after his SUV struck a utility pole in Water Mill, N.Y. Kidd, who was the only occupant of the 2010 Cadillac Escalade, refused to take a breath test. He was [...]

NBA Star Dirk Nowitzki Rocks the Tambourine With the Avett Brothers

Joe Robinson — Tue, 05 Jun 2012 01:00:58 +0000

Dallas Mavericks power forward Dirk Nowitzki is a man of many talents, but who knew one of those was playing the mighty tambourine? Nowitzki has had a little extra free time on his giant hands this year after his defending NBA Champion Mavs got swept out of the playoffs in the first round by the Oklahoma City Thunder. What’s he been doing with his time off? Would you believe he’s been rocking out with the Avett Brothers?

Lamar Odom, Dallas Mavericks Agree to Part Ways

Leslie Reynolds — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 16:38:44 +0000

After lots of rumors and speculation, Lamar Odom has confirmed that he and the Mavericks organization have agreed that it is in both parties best interest that Lamar Odom separate from the Dallas Mavericks and remove himself from the team. While a few people may find this shocking, people closest to these parties and die-hard Maverick fans have seen this coming for a while.

Dallas Mavericks to Receive Championship Rings Tonight

Jeff Evans — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 21:00:28 +0000

Tonight will be a special night for the Dallas Mavericks, who will receive their 2010-11 championship rings at the American Airlines Center.

The celebration could have been held on opening day of the season along with the raising of the championship banner, but this celebration was planned since J.J. Barea, a key reserve on the championship squad, will be returning to Dallas for the first time since signing a four-year contract with Minnesota.

Drunk Fans Somehow End Up On Dallas Mavericks Bench During Game [VIDEO]

Jeremy Taylor — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 13:55:33 +0000

The Palace of Auburn Hills, Michigan was about half empty during Tuesday night’s match up between the Detroit Pistons and Dallas Mavericks, providing spectators with ample opportunities to improve their seats. As you can see, two fans took this to the extreme, and actually ended up sitting on the visiting Mavericks’ bench, between Vince Cater and Delonte West.

Dirk Nowitzki Throws First Pitch At Texas Rangers Game [VIDEO]

Jeff Evans — Sat, 25 Jun 2011 18:26:19 +0000

Let's hope that Dirk doesn't quit his day job! He threw out the first pitch at last night's Texas Rangers game and he obviously thought he was shooting a three pointer. Either way, Dirk is still riding high of the Dallas Mavericks NBA Championship! Enjoy the video after the jump.

Watch! Dirk Nowitzki Mangles Queen's 'We Are the Champions' [VIDEO]

Drew Weisholtz — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 11:30:14 +0000

Dirk Nowitzki had best stick to basketball.

The Dallas Mavericks star, who won the Most Valuable Player Award while leading his team to the NBA championship, showed off some less-than-impressive skills when the city held a victory parade on Thursday.

What Teams Are Most Desperate To Win Their First Championships?

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 11:00:44 +0000

You never forget your first love and you can bet you never forget your first title.

The Dallas Mavericks, in business since 1980, have claimed their first NBA title in franchise history by knocking off the vaunted Miami Heat. The Vancouver Canucks, who’ve been in the NHL since 1970, came oh-so-close to hoist

Mavericks Victory Parade [PHOTOS]

Jeff Evans — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 16:39:09 +0000

The Dallas Mavericks victory parade was held in Downtown Dallas earlier today. Here are some pics from the festivities for those of us who couldn't attend! Photos after the jump.

Dallas Mavericks Give Letterman Top 10 List [VIDEO]

Jeff Evans — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 13:40:41 +0000
Last night the NBA Champion Dallas Mavericks were asked to give the Top 10 on The Late Show with David Letterman. Check out the video after the jump. Like some of the Top 10 lists, this one is not necessarily all that funny, but at least it give our Dallas Mavericks even more national exposure!

Mavericks Parade To Happen Thursday [UPDATE]

Jeff Evans — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 14:20:22 +0000

The City of Dallas is planning a parade for the NBA Champion Dallas Mavericks. A spokesperson for the city says the parade will happen Thursday morning at 10am. The parade will start at Young and Griffin Streets in Downtown Dallas. More t

NBA Finals 2011: Dallas Mavericks Defeat Miami Heat 105-95 to Win Championship

Jeff Evans — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 13:38:51 +0000

Dirk Nowitzki had been a one-man wrecking machine throughout most of the 2011 NBA playoffs.

But on the night his Dallas Mavericks clinched their first-ever NBA championship by defeating the Miami Heat 105-95, he had a lot of help from his teammates.

NBA Finals – Mavs Dancers [PHOTOS][UPDATE]

Jeff Evans — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 13:45:53 +0000

We are celebrating the NBA Finals by sharing a photo gallery of the Mavs Dancers! Enjoy and go team! Photos after the jump!

Dallas Holds Off Miami To Even Series [PHOTOS]

Jeff Evans — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 13:48:31 +0000

The Dallas Mavericks evened up the series 2-2 last night by defeating the Miami Heat 86-83! Dirk Nowitzki, playing with a fever, scored 10 of his 21 points in the final period to lead the Mavs to the series-tying win over the Heat. Dirk is on a mission, and it looks like nothing will be able to stand in his way. Details on how to win tickets to Game 5 and photos of Game 4 after the jump!

Heat 'Turn Up The Heat' on Mavericks

Jeff Evans — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 17:49:53 +0000

The Miami Heat took a 2-1 series lead in the NBA Finals on Sunday night by defeating the Dallas Mavericks 88-86. Game 4 of The Finals is tomorrow night and Ashley Vivion of Yantis and Amanda Redford of Tyler will be there! They won tickets on the 96X Facebook page! You can win tickets to Game 5 on Thursday night, just visit the Face

Cleveland Fans Pulling For Dallas 'Cavs For Mavs'

Jeff Evans — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 14:02:38 +0000

No, the Cleveland Cavaliers are not in the NBA playoffs, but their fans are still emotionally invested in the outcome of the finals. The Cleveland fans are still upset about the fashion that LeBron James left them last year to sign with the Miami Heat. The fans actually burned his jersey in the streets after he left. Cleveland fans have started the battle cry "Cavs for Mavs" in the hopes that the Dallas Mavericks can dash Lebron's chances of winning his first NBA Championship. More after the jump.

NBA Finals – the Stage is Set [VIDEO]

Jeff Evans — Fri, 27 May 2011 15:01:29 +0000

The Miami Heat wrapped up the NBA Eastern Conference Finals last night by putting together a 18-3 run in the last 3 minutes of the Eastern Conference Finals on Thursday night in Chicago. This means the Heat and the Mavericks are in the big dance together. More (including details on winning tickets to game 4 of the finals) after the jump.

Dallas Mavericks in the NBA Finals [PHOTOS]

Jeff Evans — Thu, 26 May 2011 18:13:22 +0000

Dirk wants a ring. Period. It's really obvious that even though the Dallas Mavericks won the Western Conference last night by beating the Oklahoma City Thunder 100-96, Dirk Nowitzki knows that the job is not done yet. Dirk was handed the Western Conference trophy last night by Mavericks owner, Mark Cuban, but he didn't stay around long for the post-game celebration. Dirk knows all too well after their meltdown to the Miami Heat in the 2006 NBA Finals, that their job is far from complete. More after the jump.

Dallas Mavericks Take Game 1 [VIDEO]

Jeff Evans — Wed, 18 May 2011 20:00:18 +0000

The Dallas Mavericks took game 1 of the NBA Western Conference Finals last night by beating the Oklahoma City Thunder 121 - 112. Dirk Nowitzki put on a clinic, scoring 48 points and recording his 6th career 40+ point game! The analyst at ESPN even compared him to the great Larry Bird in last nights game. See the post-game interview with Dirk after the jump.