Archive for January, 2010

Suns-Mavericks pregame: Hill to start

The Suns’ efforts to end a two-game losing streak and improve their fortunes of late will include the presence of Grant Hill, who missed Tuesday’s game against Charlotte with a bruised heel.

NBA Beat: Mavericks’ talent tops the charts

Last week was a record-setter on several fronts for the Dallas Mavericks. Dallas opened the week by clobbering New York at Madison Square Garden, 128-78, in what was the most lopsided victory in franchise history.

Fourth-quarter stumble proves Dallas Mavericks are still adjusting

Switch-ups for an NBA team require a break-in period. Two years ago, the Mavericks made a major change at the trading deadline by bringing in Jason Kidd.

Nowitzki chosen as one of 14 reserves for All-Star Game

Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki will appear in front of his hometown crowd for his ninth All-Star game next month.

Jason Terry starting for Dallas Mavericks means others must adjust

By EDDIE SEFKO PHOENIX - Nothing is ever permanent when it comes to the Dallas Mavericks’ rotation and even less is certain when it comes to the starting lineup.That said, there’s a reason Jason Terry’s emergence as the starter at shooting guard is a strategy with staying power.’It makes us better,’ Jason Kidd said.And that’s enough to keep …

Dirk Nowitzki is only Dallas Maverick among All-Star reserves

Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki will represent the Western Conference as a reserve in The 59th NBA All-Star Game, the league announced tonight.

Dirk, Durant, Deron named All-Stars

Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki might be playing the role of host to the NBA’s best talent for the All-Star Game, but a few other reserves announced Thursday know their way around.

Dallas Mavericks (30-15) at Phoenix Suns (26-21),

Dirk Nowitzki has enjoyed a solid season so far for the Dallas Mavericks, who will try to ride the coattails of their German superstar tonight on the road against the Phoenix Suns at US Airways Center.

Video: Fans line up to buy tickets from Dallas Mavericks’ Dirk Nowitzki

Dallas Mavericks fan Stella Cuadra touches hands with Dirk Dowitzki through the window glass of the American Airlines Center ticket booth where Nowitzki was selling NBA All-Star Jam Session passes Monday afternoon.

Dallas middle schoolers rewarded with visit from Dallas Mavericks’ Jason ‘Jet’ Terry 10:45 Am CT

Students at Sam Tasby Middle School in northeast Dallas got to hang with a pro this morning when Jason Terry of the Dallas Mavericks stopped by for a special announcement.

Fans line up for chance to buy NBA All-Star Jam Session tickets from Dirk Nowitzki

Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki was at American Airlines Center today selling tickets to the first 10 fans for the NBA All-Star Jam Session.

Ex-Mav Stackhouse happy to help young Bucks

Ex-Maverick Jerry Stackhouse has played in three games for Milwaukee, and says he still feels he has ’something left in the tank.

National writer: Mavericks’ Dirk Nowitzki third in MVP race

Sports Illustrated writer Ian Thomsen believes the Mavericks’ Dirk Nowitzki is better than all players this season except Kobe Bryant and LeBron.

Mavericks roll to biggest win in franchise history, crush Knicks 128-78

The Dallas Mavericks rolled to the biggest win in franchise history, ignoring the absence of two starters to crush the New York Knicks 128-78 on Sunday.

Dallas Mavericks need to show some arrogance today in New York

By EDDIE SEFKO NEW YORK - Jets hysteria is rampant up here. It might surprise you to know that New Yorkers consider it a foregone conclusion that their Gang Green will be in the Super Bowl after they flip aside Indianapolis today in the AFC Championship Game.Arrogance? In New York?Yes, it’s hard to believe.What’s also tough to grasp for the …