Mike Curtis
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Mavs beat writer for The Dallas Morning News. Past: The Detroit News, Syracuse.com | The Post Standard, The Tennessean. Saginaw native. TSU alum. SJI. NABJ. ΑΦΑ. Crohn’s fighter.
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Mike Curtis
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· Dec 16
Big night in Utah helps Cooper Flagg nearly cap one of NBA history’s most remarkable runs
Flagg’s 42 points in Monday’s overtime loss to the Jazz were the most scored by an 18-year-old in NBA history.
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New story: Earlier this year, Cooper Flagg scored 42 points - his most for a college game, resulting in a win for Duke.
Last night, Flagg made NBA history with 42 points - a new career-high. But he was disappointed because the Mavs lost.
“It’s tough.” www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
Last night, Flagg made NBA history with 42 points - a new career-high. But he was disappointed because the Mavs lost.
“It’s tough.” www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
New story: The #Mavs have been through an immense amount of change over the last two years, but co-interim GM Michael Finley has remained a constant presence. His experience as a player comes in handy as the trade deadline nears.
"I've been in that spot." www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
"I've been in that spot." www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
Mavs longtime executive Michael Finley offers relatable experience as trade deadline nears
The longtime Maverick has served 12 seasons in the front office of his former team and is now co-interim general manager.
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January 22, 2026 at 3:38 PM
New story: The #Mavs have been through an immense amount of change over the last two years, but co-interim GM Michael Finley has remained a constant presence. His experience as a player comes in handy as the trade deadline nears.
"I've been in that spot." www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
"I've been in that spot." www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
New story: Plano's own Matt Riccardi met Michael Finley in 1999 during an autograph session at Six Flags. He was just a teenager with dreams of working in the NBA.
The dream is now a reality for Riccardi, who's been tasked with leading his hometown #Mavs. www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
The dream is now a reality for Riccardi, who's been tasked with leading his hometown #Mavs. www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
Who is Matt Riccardi, Mavericks’ co-interim GM facing the biggest trade deadline of his career?
The former Plano basketball player has come full circle and now helps lead the Mavs through one of the most pivotal stretches in franchise history.
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January 21, 2026 at 3:32 PM
New story: Plano's own Matt Riccardi met Michael Finley in 1999 during an autograph session at Six Flags. He was just a teenager with dreams of working in the NBA.
The dream is now a reality for Riccardi, who's been tasked with leading his hometown #Mavs. www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
The dream is now a reality for Riccardi, who's been tasked with leading his hometown #Mavs. www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
New story: Long before Jason Kidd built a reputation as one of the best passers in the NBA history, he sat behind home plate as a catcher during his middle school years at St. Paschal’s in Oakland.
Now, he's using that passion to launch a youth baseball program. www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
Now, he's using that passion to launch a youth baseball program. www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
Mavericks coach Jason Kidd turns lifelong passion for baseball into national youth program
Kidd announced a nationwide youth baseball initiative based in Dallas and designed to expand access to high-level development, mentorship, and competitive...
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January 15, 2026 at 3:17 PM
New story: Long before Jason Kidd built a reputation as one of the best passers in the NBA history, he sat behind home plate as a catcher during his middle school years at St. Paschal’s in Oakland.
Now, he's using that passion to launch a youth baseball program. www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
Now, he's using that passion to launch a youth baseball program. www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
New story: There’s no doubt #Mavs rookie Cooper Flagg will inevitably receive an invitation to the Rising Stars game during next month’s NBA All-Star Weekend.
But can Flagg become the first rookie since Blake Griffin in 2011 to make it to the “Big Game?” www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
But can Flagg become the first rookie since Blake Griffin in 2011 to make it to the “Big Game?” www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
Could Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg become the first All-Star rookie in more than a decade?
Only eight rookies have been selected to the All-Star Game since the draft lottery era began in 1985, with Blake Griffin in 2011 as the most recent.
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January 11, 2026 at 4:43 PM
New story: There’s no doubt #Mavs rookie Cooper Flagg will inevitably receive an invitation to the Rising Stars game during next month’s NBA All-Star Weekend.
But can Flagg become the first rookie since Blake Griffin in 2011 to make it to the “Big Game?” www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
But can Flagg become the first rookie since Blake Griffin in 2011 to make it to the “Big Game?” www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
Mavs star Anthony Davis is out for tomorrow's game vs. the Bulls due to a left finger sprain.
PJ Washington (right ankle sprain) is also out, meaning he'll miss the team's entire 3-game roadtrip.
Brandon Williams (illness) is out.
Two-ways Moussa Cisse and Miles Kelly are questionable.
PJ Washington (right ankle sprain) is also out, meaning he'll miss the team's entire 3-game roadtrip.
Brandon Williams (illness) is out.
Two-ways Moussa Cisse and Miles Kelly are questionable.
January 10, 2026 at 12:07 AM
Mavs star Anthony Davis is out for tomorrow's game vs. the Bulls due to a left finger sprain.
PJ Washington (right ankle sprain) is also out, meaning he'll miss the team's entire 3-game roadtrip.
Brandon Williams (illness) is out.
Two-ways Moussa Cisse and Miles Kelly are questionable.
PJ Washington (right ankle sprain) is also out, meaning he'll miss the team's entire 3-game roadtrip.
Brandon Williams (illness) is out.
Two-ways Moussa Cisse and Miles Kelly are questionable.
New story: The #Mavs were granted disabled player exceptions for the season-ending injuries to Dereck Lively II and Dante Exum, but how much do they help a team hovering right below the second apron? www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
Mavericks granted exceptions for Dereck Lively and Dante Exum, but how much do they help?
Dallas is hovering just below the second apron of the NBA salary cap, without much space to sign anyone even with the exceptions.
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January 8, 2026 at 2:50 AM
New story: The #Mavs were granted disabled player exceptions for the season-ending injuries to Dereck Lively II and Dante Exum, but how much do they help a team hovering right below the second apron? www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
Washington finished a game earlier tonight and Atlanta is currently in the fourth quarter of its game against New Orleans. That postgame presser is going to be very interesting.
January 8, 2026 at 2:35 AM
Washington finished a game earlier tonight and Atlanta is currently in the fourth quarter of its game against New Orleans. That postgame presser is going to be very interesting.
The first domino of NBA trade season falls.
The Washington Wizards are acquiring Trae Young from the Atlanta Hawks for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert, league sources confirm. Deal was first reported by ESPN. There are no draft picks involved in the trade.
January 8, 2026 at 2:34 AM
The first domino of NBA trade season falls.
#Mavs forward PJ Washington is doubtful for tomorrow's game in Utah.
Brandon Williams is listed as questionable due to a right heel contusion.
Cooper Flagg is not on the injury report despite last night's injury scare. He might be the most durable teenager I've ever covered.
Brandon Williams is listed as questionable due to a right heel contusion.
Cooper Flagg is not on the injury report despite last night's injury scare. He might be the most durable teenager I've ever covered.
January 8, 2026 at 1:40 AM
#Mavs forward PJ Washington is doubtful for tomorrow's game in Utah.
Brandon Williams is listed as questionable due to a right heel contusion.
Cooper Flagg is not on the injury report despite last night's injury scare. He might be the most durable teenager I've ever covered.
Brandon Williams is listed as questionable due to a right heel contusion.
Cooper Flagg is not on the injury report despite last night's injury scare. He might be the most durable teenager I've ever covered.
Can confirm the Mavs were granted disabled player exceptions for the season-ending injuries to Dereck Lively II & Dante Exum.
It won’t mean much in the short term since the Mavs are close to the second apron & they have a full roster, but they will be able to use them for future trades & signings.
It won’t mean much in the short term since the Mavs are close to the second apron & they have a full roster, but they will be able to use them for future trades & signings.
January 7, 2026 at 5:50 PM
Can confirm the Mavs were granted disabled player exceptions for the season-ending injuries to Dereck Lively II & Dante Exum.
It won’t mean much in the short term since the Mavs are close to the second apron & they have a full roster, but they will be able to use them for future trades & signings.
It won’t mean much in the short term since the Mavs are close to the second apron & they have a full roster, but they will be able to use them for future trades & signings.
New story: #Mavs center Daniel Gafford was critical of himself ahead of last night's game against the #Blazers.
A few hours later, he produced his best performance in over a month, showing a glimpse of "the Gafford everybody's used to seeing." www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
A few hours later, he produced his best performance in over a month, showing a glimpse of "the Gafford everybody's used to seeing." www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
Daniel Gafford shows glimpse of former self despite Mavericks’ third-straight loss
Gafford posted his first double-double since Nov. 24 in Monday night’s loss.
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December 30, 2025 at 8:50 PM
New story: #Mavs center Daniel Gafford was critical of himself ahead of last night's game against the #Blazers.
A few hours later, he produced his best performance in over a month, showing a glimpse of "the Gafford everybody's used to seeing." www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
A few hours later, he produced his best performance in over a month, showing a glimpse of "the Gafford everybody's used to seeing." www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
Mavs forward Anthony Davis is questionable for tomorrow’s game vs. the Kings due to right adductor soreness.
Brandon Williams, who scored a season-high 26 points on Christmas, is doubtful with a left calf contusion.
Moussa Cisse is questionable, while Miles Kelly is doubtful.
Brandon Williams, who scored a season-high 26 points on Christmas, is doubtful with a left calf contusion.
Moussa Cisse is questionable, while Miles Kelly is doubtful.
December 26, 2025 at 11:47 PM
Mavs forward Anthony Davis is questionable for tomorrow’s game vs. the Kings due to right adductor soreness.
Brandon Williams, who scored a season-high 26 points on Christmas, is doubtful with a left calf contusion.
Moussa Cisse is questionable, while Miles Kelly is doubtful.
Brandon Williams, who scored a season-high 26 points on Christmas, is doubtful with a left calf contusion.
Moussa Cisse is questionable, while Miles Kelly is doubtful.
Klay Thompson on Steph Curry wearing his signature ANTA shoes:
“It was great. Really cool. Wish he didn’t get a win in them, but it was awesome. Respect.”
“It was great. Really cool. Wish he didn’t get a win in them, but it was awesome. Respect.”
December 26, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Klay Thompson on Steph Curry wearing his signature ANTA shoes:
“It was great. Really cool. Wish he didn’t get a win in them, but it was awesome. Respect.”
“It was great. Really cool. Wish he didn’t get a win in them, but it was awesome. Respect.”
The Cavs made the right choice by wearing their throwback unis. Kind of makes this Christmas Day matchup feel like the old days.
December 25, 2025 at 5:34 PM
The Cavs made the right choice by wearing their throwback unis. Kind of makes this Christmas Day matchup feel like the old days.
New story: The stage may be bigger and brighter, but Cooper Flagg's rise in the NBA isn't surprising to Hunter and Ace Flagg. They've had a front-row seat to witness their brother's dynamic talents from the beginning.
"He’s just been the perfect rookie." www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
"He’s just been the perfect rookie." www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
Cooper Flagg’s brothers react to impressive performance by Mavericks rookie: ‘It was sick’
Tuesday marked the first time Flagg’s brothers sat courtside to watch him play an NBA game, and they picked a good one.
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December 24, 2025 at 3:00 PM
New story: The stage may be bigger and brighter, but Cooper Flagg's rise in the NBA isn't surprising to Hunter and Ace Flagg. They've had a front-row seat to witness their brother's dynamic talents from the beginning.
"He’s just been the perfect rookie." www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
"He’s just been the perfect rookie." www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
New story: Cooper Flagg is no longer 18 years old. The #Mavs rookie turned 19 yesterday, completing a prolific chapter in his early NBA career that rivals some of the greatest to pick up a basketball.
"We believe at the age of 19, it’s just going to get better." www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
"We believe at the age of 19, it’s just going to get better." www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
Cooper Flagg’s 19th birthday marks end of one of the greatest runs in NBA history
The sensational Mavericks rookie broke several records and joined multiple lists of elite players during his first two months in the NBA.
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December 22, 2025 at 2:29 PM
New story: Cooper Flagg is no longer 18 years old. The #Mavs rookie turned 19 yesterday, completing a prolific chapter in his early NBA career that rivals some of the greatest to pick up a basketball.
"We believe at the age of 19, it’s just going to get better." www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
"We believe at the age of 19, it’s just going to get better." www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
Jason Kidd said Anthony Davis (left calf contusion) and Brandon Williams (right Achilles soreness) will be questionable for tomorrow's game against the #Pistons.
D'Angelo Russell (illness) will be listed as probable.
All three went through a full practice today.
D'Angelo Russell (illness) will be listed as probable.
All three went through a full practice today.
December 17, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Jason Kidd said Anthony Davis (left calf contusion) and Brandon Williams (right Achilles soreness) will be questionable for tomorrow's game against the #Pistons.
D'Angelo Russell (illness) will be listed as probable.
All three went through a full practice today.
D'Angelo Russell (illness) will be listed as probable.
All three went through a full practice today.
Kolek said he gon pad them stats lol.
December 17, 2025 at 4:07 AM
Kolek said he gon pad them stats lol.
New story: Earlier this year, Cooper Flagg scored 42 points - his most for a college game, resulting in a win for Duke.
Last night, Flagg made NBA history with 42 points - a new career-high. But he was disappointed because the Mavs lost.
“It’s tough.” www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
Last night, Flagg made NBA history with 42 points - a new career-high. But he was disappointed because the Mavs lost.
“It’s tough.” www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
Big night in Utah helps Cooper Flagg nearly cap one of NBA history’s most remarkable runs
Flagg’s 42 points in Monday’s overtime loss to the Jazz were the most scored by an 18-year-old in NBA history.
www.dallasnews.com
December 16, 2025 at 5:50 PM
New story: Earlier this year, Cooper Flagg scored 42 points - his most for a college game, resulting in a win for Duke.
Last night, Flagg made NBA history with 42 points - a new career-high. But he was disappointed because the Mavs lost.
“It’s tough.” www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
Last night, Flagg made NBA history with 42 points - a new career-high. But he was disappointed because the Mavs lost.
“It’s tough.” www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
New story: The #Mavs have had more than their fair share of injury misfortune this season, part of a broader conversation that most people around the NBA is having.
“We’ll be healthy one day & I am very excited for that day, whenever that is.” www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
“We’ll be healthy one day & I am very excited for that day, whenever that is.” www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
What’s behind the rash of injuries to Mavericks, other high-profile NBA players?
One of the NBA’s most dominant storylines is the influx of injuries, specifically calf strains to star players, such as Kyrie Irving and Jayson Tatum. Some...
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December 12, 2025 at 3:28 PM
New story: The #Mavs have had more than their fair share of injury misfortune this season, part of a broader conversation that most people around the NBA is having.
“We’ll be healthy one day & I am very excited for that day, whenever that is.” www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...
“We’ll be healthy one day & I am very excited for that day, whenever that is.” www.dallasnews.com/sports/maver...