The Dallas Mavericks, known as the Mavs, compete in the NBA's Western Conference. They won their first NBA championship in 2011 led by Dirk Nowitzki.
The idea of having an NBA team in Dallas was conceived in 1978, initially considering moving an existing franchise to the city.
The Dallas Mavericks were established as an expansion team in the NBA in 1980.
On May 1st, 1980, Don Carter won the bid to bring an NBA franchise to Dallas, leading to the establishment of the Dallas Mavericks.
The Dallas Mavericks joined the NBA in 1980 and have had success, including winning the NBA championship in 2011.
On October 11, 1980, the Dallas Mavericks played their first regular season game in the newly built Reunion Arena, securing a 103-92 victory over the San Antonio Spurs.
The Dallas Mavericks were established as an NBA franchise in 1981.
In the 1983-84 NBA season, the Dallas Mavericks advanced to the Western Conference Semifinals but unfortunately lost. The team was led by head coach D. Motta and key player R. Blackman.
In the same year, the Mavericks traded for center James Donaldson, providing stability at the center position. Donaldson went on to become the first Dallas Mavericks center to be selected for the NBA All-Star Game in 1988.
In 1986, Rolando Blackman represented the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA All-Star Game, showcasing the team's talent and recognition in the league.
In 1987, the Dallas Mavericks won their first division championship by topping the Midwest Division with a 55-27 record, but were defeated in the opening round of the playoffs by the Seattle Supersonics.
In 1988, the Dallas Mavericks made it to the Western Conference finals as part of their successful playoff run.
On March 10, 1989, James Donaldson of the Dallas Mavericks suffered a ruptured patella tendon, ending his season prematurely. His absence significantly impacted the team's performance.
After 1990, the Dallas Mavericks experienced a decline as many star players left the team, leading to a prolonged period of poor performance.
Before the 1991-92 NBA season, Roy Tarpley violated the league's substance abuse policy for the third time, resulting in a lifetime ban from the NBA. This marked the end of his career and a significant loss for the Mavericks.
On January 13, 1992, Dick Motta took over as the head coach of the Mavericks, replacing Richie Adubato. The coaching change was part of the team's efforts to improve performance during a challenging season.
In January 1992, Fat Lever underwent knee surgery, causing him to miss the remainder of the season. This added to the challenges faced by the Mavericks, who were already dealing with multiple player injuries.
In 1993, the Mavericks selected Jim Jackson in the NBA draft and appointed Quinn Buckner as the head coach. However, the season was marred by contract disputes, trades, and a series of challenges that impacted the team's performance.
After firing the previous coach, the Mavericks brought back Dick Motta who had led the franchise to successful seasons in the past.
On April 11, 1995, the Mavericks defeated the Rockets 156–147 in double overtime, which became one of their most memorable victories against the reigning champions, Houston.
The entry about the Dallas Mavericks was published in the Handbook of Texas on August 1, 1995. It provides information about the history and significance of the Dallas Mavericks basketball team.
In March 1996, Ross Perot purchased the Dallas Mavericks NBA basketball team from original owner Don Carter.
Don Nelson was hired as the general manager of the Dallas Mavericks on February 7. He quickly made changes to the team's roster, releasing players and making trades to leave his mark.
In 1998, Dirk Nowitzki was acquired by the Dallas Mavericks, marking a turning point in the franchise's history as he became a cornerstone player leading them to their first NBA championship in 2011.
On January 14, 2000, Mark Cuban bought the Dallas Mavericks from Ross Perot's group for $285 million. Cuban's ownership brought significant changes and increased the team's popularity.
On January 4, 2000, Mark Cuban purchased a majority stake in the NBA’s Dallas Mavericks for $285 million from H. Ross Perot, Jr.
Ross Perot's group sold the Dallas Mavericks to Internet entrepreneur Mark Cuban for $285 million. Cuban aimed to revitalize the team and increase its popularity, making controversial moves and becoming a fan favorite in Dallas.
Since December 15, 2001, the Mavericks have sold out 731 consecutive games, the longest running sellout streak in North American major league sports. Combined with 67 sold-out playoff games, the American Airlines Center has been sold out for 798 consecutive games.
In the 2002-03 season, the Mavericks started with a 14-0 record, finished with a 60-22 record, and showcased a powerful offense led by the 'Big Three' Nowitzki, Finley, and Nash. Despite a setback with Nowitzki's injury, the team made it to the Conference Finals.
The 2003-04 season saw significant roster changes through blockbuster trades, introducing new players like Antawn Jamison and Danny Fortson. Despite a strong offensive lineup, the Mavericks were quickly eliminated in the playoffs by the Sacramento Kings.
In the 2004-05 season, the Mavericks underwent a defensive transformation with acquisitions like Erick Dampier and Jason Terry. The team shifted to a more balanced style of play under coach Avery Johnson, qualifying for the playoffs with a 58-24 record.
Before the 2005 NBA draft, the Mavericks traded all their picks and veteran guard Michael Finley was waived under the new 'Allan Houston Rule.'
On August 19, 2005, the Mavericks held a press conference announcing they had re-signed Darrell Armstrong and introduced Doug Christie, DeSagana Diop, Rawle Marshall, and Josh Powell as new Mavericks.
Doug Christie, who signed with the Mavericks, was waived on November 25, 2005, due to minimal playing time and a surgically repaired ankle hampering his performance.
The Mavericks and Spurs faced off in a highly competitive playoff series, with the Mavericks ultimately winning in Game 7 after a dramatic overtime.
The Dallas Mavericks advanced to their first NBA Finals in franchise history after defeating the Phoenix Suns in game 6 of the Western Conference Finals on June 3, 2006.
The Dallas Mavericks reached the NBA Finals for the first time in their history in 2006. They faced the Miami Heat led by Dwayne Wade and Shaquille O'Neal, but ultimately lost the series.
Avery Johnson was dismissed as the Head Coach of the Dallas Mavericks just one day after the disappointing end of the season.
On September 21, 2009, the Mavericks introduced a new alternate royal blue uniform with the same 'Mavs' script, replacing the previous green uniform.
On January 24, 2010, the Dallas Mavericks achieved a historic victory by routing The New York Knicks 128–78, marking the third largest margin of victory in NBA history for the Mavericks.
The Dallas Mavericks defeated The New York Knicks with a score of 128–78, marking the third-largest margin of victory in NBA history for the Mavericks.
On April 10, 2010, the Mavericks clinched the Southwest division after defeating the Portland Trail Blazers 83–77, finishing the season with an impressive 55–27 record.
After a disappointing playoff exit, the Mavericks prioritized re-signing Dirk Nowitzki, reaching a 4-year deal worth $80M on July 4, 2010.
The Dallas Mavericks acquired centers Tyson Chandler and Alexis Ajinça from the Charlotte Bobcats, a move praised as one of the most lopsided trades in NBA history.
On August 19, 2010, the Mavericks revealed a new royal blue road uniform with the 'Dallas' script in navy blue and silver numbers.
In 2011, the Dallas Mavericks won their first League title.
The Mavericks surprised the NBA world by sweeping the Lakers in a four-game series, with Jason Terry setting an NBA playoff record with nine three-pointers in one game.
The Mavericks secured their second Western Conference Championship in franchise history by defeating the Thunder in a five-game series.
On June 12, 2011, the Dallas Mavericks celebrated winning an NBA Championship after defeating the Miami Heat in game six with a score of 105-95, with Dirk Nowitzki earning the Finals MVP award.
During media day on December 13, 2011, the Mavericks showcased an alternate navy blue uniform based on a previous design, with the number positioned below the team nickname 'Mavs'.
The Mavericks raised their championship banner but were blown out by the Heat in a 105–94 loss, marking Dallas's first regular season loss to Miami in eight seasons.
On December 27, 2010, Dirk Nowitzki sustained a knee injury that temporarily derailed the Mavericks' momentum during the 2010–11 season.
Dirk Nowitzki announced his retirement from the NBA after spending a record-breaking 21 seasons with the Mavericks.
On April 10, 2013, the Mavericks' 12-season playoff streak since 2001 came to an end with a loss to the Suns.
On September 23, 2014, the Mavericks introduced a navy alternate uniform featuring a depiction of the Dallas skyline in silver with white trim, selected through a design contest.
On November 13, 2014, the Mavericks achieved their largest victory ever with a 123–70 win over the Philadelphia 76ers, surpassing their previous 50-point win over the New York Knicks in January 2010.
On December 18, 2014, the Mavericks traded Jae Crowder, Jameer Nelson, Brandan Wright, a 2015 first-round pick, and a 2016 second-round pick to the Boston Celtics in exchange for Rajon Rondo and Dwight Powell.
On April 28, 2015, the Mavericks were eliminated from the playoffs in the first round by the Houston Rockets in a 4–1 series loss, with the Mavericks finishing the season as the seventh seed with a 50–32 record.
On April 25, 2016, the Mavericks were once again knocked out of the playoffs in the first round, this time by the Oklahoma City Thunder in a 4–1 series loss, despite a physical series marked by aggressive play.
In 2017, the Dallas Mavericks selected point guard Dennis Smith Jr. with the ninth pick in the NBA draft from North Carolina State.
In November 2018, the Mavericks revealed a new 'City' uniform featuring the team's secondary logo and without neon green trim, inspired by graffiti paintings.
On January 31, 2019, the Mavericks traded Dennis Smith Jr., DeAndre Jordan, Wesley Matthews, and two future first-round draft picks to the New York Knicks in exchange for Kristaps Porziņģis, Tim Hardaway Jr., Courtney Lee, and Trey Burke.
Luka Dončić scored a historic buzzer beater against the Los Angeles Clippers in Game 4 with 43 points, 17 rebounds, and 13 assists, setting multiple records.
On December 12, 2019, Luka Dončić led the Mavericks to a victory against the Detroit Pistons in Mexico City with a stellar performance, becoming the first player in NBA history to record multiple 40-point triple-doubles before turning 21-years-old.
On August 2, 2020, the Mavericks clinched a spot in the 2020 NBA playoffs, marking their first trip since 2016, after the Memphis Grizzlies lost against the San Antonio Spurs.
In Game 4 of the playoffs against the Los Angeles Clippers, Luka Dončić scored a historic buzzer beater with 43 points, 17 rebounds, and 13 assists. He set multiple records with this performance.
On May 7, 2021, the Mavericks clinched the Southwest division for the first time since the 2009–10 season following a victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Longtime head coach Rick Carlisle resigned from his position as head coach of the Dallas Mavericks after 13 seasons.
Jason Kidd, a former player on the Mavericks' 2010-11 championship team, was hired as the head coach of the Dallas Mavericks.
The second game of the NBA Playoffs matchup between the Mavericks and the Clippers. Fans can watch the game as the Mavericks face off against the Clippers on April 23.
The Dallas Mavericks are scheduled to play against the Chicago Bulls on Monday. The game will take place on the road.
The Dallas Mavericks traded for star guard Kyrie Irving at the 2023 trade deadline but failed to make the playoffs intentionally by sitting their star players to keep the #10 overall pick.
On November 28, 2023, it was reported that Mark Cuban was in the process of selling his share in the Dallas Mavericks to Miriam Adelson.
On December 27, 2023, the NBA approved the sale of a controlling interest of 73% in the Dallas Mavericks to the Adelson and Dumont families.
Kyrie Irving's buzzer-beating shot left NBA superstars amazed and made headlines in the Dallas Mavericks news.
Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic played pivotal roles in the Mavericks' win against the Spurs, completing a season series sweep.
Luka Doncic delivered an impressive performance as the Dallas Mavericks defeated the Jazz with a spectacular show of dunks.
Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving showcased their skills as the Dallas Mavericks secured a victory over the Kings.
A company with controlling interest in the Dallas Mavericks has submitted a petition to legalize casino gambling in Texas.