Nikola Jokic, Jalen Brunson Named Players Of The Week
2024/04/nikola-jokic-jalen-brunson-named-players-of-the-week.htmlBrunson, who figures to earn MVP votes this spring as well, won his fourth Player of the Week award of the season, matching Luka Doncic for the most by any player in 2023/24.
Southwest Notes: Cuban, Doncic, Sengun, Pelicans, Spurs
2024/04/southwest-notes-cuban-doncic-sengun-pelicans-spurs.htmlLuka Doncic likely won't finish higher than second in MVP voting this season, but the fact that he's legitimately in the conversation is more important to the Mavericks than him actually winning the award, opines Tim Cato of The Athletic.
Mavericks Notes: Luka, Kyrie, Harrison, Kidd, More
2024/04/mavericks-notes-luka-kyrie-harrison-kidd-more.htmlDuring Wednesday's matchup in Miami, which was a blowout win for Dallas, members of the Mavericks organization wore shirts saying "Pravi MVP," which translates from Slovenian to English as real or true MVP, referencing the excellent season by Luka Doncic, writes Tim Reynolds of The Associated Press.
Mavs Notes: Washington, Williams, Luka, First-Round Pick, Kyrie
2024/04/mavs-notes-washington-williams-luka-first-round-pick-kyrie.htmlBut he has no complaints about getting the opportunity to play alongside stars Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving for a Mavericks team that clinched its spot in the playoffs with Tuesday's blowout victory over Charlotte.
Southwest Notes: Morant, JJJ, Bane, G. Williams, Mavs, Williamson
2024/04/southwest-notes-morant-williams-jackson-jr-bane-doncic-irving-williamson.htmlEven Mavericks teammates marvel at the ability of Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving, according to The Athletic's Tim Cato.
Mavs’ Irving, Celtics’ Porzingis Named Players Of The Week
2024/04/irving-porzingis-named-players-of-the-week.htmlThe Suns' Devin Booker, Lakers'Anthony Davis, Mavs'Luka Doncic, Timberwolves'Rudy Gobert and Spurs'Victor Wembanyama were the other Western Conference nominees.
Southwest Notes: Kidd, Washington, Rockets’ Loss, Graham
2024/04/southwest-notes-kidd-washington-rockets-loss-graham.htmlBut the beauty of (Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic) hugging there at the end.
Injury Updates: Mitchell, Okoro, Luka, Sengun, Pelicans
2024/04/injury-updates-mitchell-okoro-luka-sengun-pelicans.htmlAfter missing Friday's win over Golden State, Mavericks star Luka Doncic (right knee soreness) will be back in action on Sunday vs.
Injury Notes: Luka, Warriors, Zion, Ingram, Young, Turner
2024/04/injury-notes-luka-warriors-zion-ingram-young-turner.htmlMavericks guard Luka Doncic was ruled out for Friday's matchup with Golden State due to right knee soreness, as first reported by Marc Stein (via Twitter).
Southwest Notes: Zion, Luka, Kyrie, Clarke, Spurs
2024/04/southwest-notes-zion-luka-kyrie-clarke-popovich.htmlWhen asked whether the Mavericks would consider resting Luka Doncic and/or Kyrie Irving in the final few games before the postseason, head coach Jason Kidd said it would likely depend on the standings, per Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News (Twitter link).
And-Ones: West, MVP Race, All-NBA, Comanche
2024/04/and-ones-west-mvp-race-all-nba-comanche.htmlIf the real vote emulates Bontemps' straw poll, the only drama may be whether presumed runner-up Shai Gilgeous-Alexander can hold off Luka Doncic for the No.
Mavericks Notes: Lively, Doncic, First Round Matchup
2024/04/mavericks-notes-lively-doncic-first-round-matchup.htmlLuka Doncic reached the 65-game criteria for postseason honors 0n Sunday, ESPN's Bobby Marks notes (Twitter link).
Luka Doncic, Jalen Brunson Named Players Of The Month
2024/04/luka-doncic-jalen-brunson-named-players-of-the-month.htmlMavericks guard Luka Doncic has been named the Western Conference's Player of the Month, while one of his former teammates - Knicks guard Jalen Brunson - has earned the honor for the Eastern Conference, the NBA announced today (via Twitter).
Luka Doncic, Dejounte Murray Named Players Of The Week
2024/04/luka-doncic-dejounte-murray-named-players-of-the-week.htmlMavericks guard Luka Doncic and Hawks guard Dejounte Murray have been named the NBA's Players of the Week, the league announced on Monday (via Twitter).
Southwest Notes: Thompson, Sochan, Jones, Mavs
2024/03/southwest-notes-thompson-sochan-jones-mavs.htmlThe Mavericks' backcourt duo of Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving have come a long way over the past 13-plus months, according to Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News (subscription required).
Pacific Notes: Vincent, Davis, Doncic, Green
2024/03/pacific-notes-vincent-davis-doncic-green.htmlAs Luka Doncic was leading the Mavericks to a comeback win at Sacramento Friday night, he was also taunting former Kings general manager Vlade Divac, who was seated at courtside, for not selecting him with the second pick in the 2018 draft (video link), according to a Eurohoops report.
Malik Monk To Miss Four-To-Six Weeks With MCL Sprain
2024/03/malik-monk-to-miss-four-to-six-weeks-with-mcl-sprain.htmlMonk was defending Luka Doncic on a drive to the basket when their legs got tangled up, and Doncic landed on Monk's right leg with much of his weight.
Kings’ Malik Monk Feared To Have Sprained MCL
2024/03/kings-malik-monk-feared-to-have-sprained-mcl.htmlMonk suffered the injury after Mavericks guard Luka Doncic fell onto him after a drive.
Texas Notes: Smith, Whitmore, Sochan, Doncic
2024/03/texas-notes-smith-whitmore-sochan-doncic.htmlAccording to The Athletic's Tim Cato, All-Star guard Luka Doncic has embraced a more deferential game.
Western Notes: LeBron, Vincent, Daniels, Gobert, Kyrie
2024/03/western-notes-lebron-vincent-daniels-gobert-kyrie.htmlMarc Stein explores why that's the case, writing at Substack that Irving has been willing to sacrifice, the Mavericks have built him a strong support system, and he and Luka Doncic have a genuine affinity for one another.
Texas Notes: Spurs, Luka, VanVleet, Thompson
2024/03/texas-notes-spurs-luka-vanvleet-thompson.htmlMavericks All-Star guard Luka Doncic appears to be growing as a leader in Dallas, opines Eddie Sefko of Mavs.com.
Southeast Notes: Coulibaly, Rozier, Hawks Injuries, Fultz
2024/03/southeast-notes-coulibaly-rozier-hawks-injuries-fultz.htmlCoulibaly, 19, averaged 8.4 points, 4.1 rebounds, 0.9 steals and 0.8 blocks per game while often guarding opposing star players like Luka Doncic and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander as the season wore on, Hughes writes.
Southwest Notes: Exum, Alvarado, Grizzlies, Rockets
2024/03/southwest-notes-exum-alvarado-grizzlies-rockets.htmlThe Mavericks have been much better when Exum is on the court in 2023/24, Fischer writes, particularly when he's been paired with Luka Doncic.
Groups Announced For 2024 Paris Olympics
2024/03/groups-announced-for-2024-paris-olympics.htmlThe two qualifying tournaments in that group will be interesting to monitor as well, with a handful of star players…
Southwest Notes: Irving, Bane, Collins, Rockets
2024/03/southwest-notes-irving-bane-collins-rockets.html"Unbelievable, man," Luka Doncic said.