Dirk Nowitzki struggles, Mavericks shrug off concerns

Dirk Nowitzki is well off the form that carried the Mavericks to the NBA title last season.

Miami Heat: How Milwaukee’s Become the Heatle-Killers

One-third of the Miami Heat 's losses have come at the hands of the Milwaukee Bucks , with their most recent loss coming in a pretty underwhelming fashion.

NBA Rumors: Why the Dallas Mavericks Are the Best Team for Dwight Howard

Can you imagine the defensive mismatches that the Mavericks would cause with Dwight Howard and Dirk Nowitzki on the floor at the same time? Howard is most likely the best low-post scorer in the game, while nobody can hit mid-range jumpers like Dirk can.

Blake Bullarkey: Top 5 Dunks In The History Of Hoops

Blake Griffin #32 of the Los Angeles Clippers goes up for a dunk against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Staples Center on January 30, 2012 in Los Angeles, California.

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Dallas Mavericks 2011-2012 Game 21 Preview: Back to the Scene

The Thunder travel back to Dallas tonight for a third meeting against the world champion Mavericks .

NBA Predictions: Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Dallas Mavericks

Oklahoma City Thunder at Dallas Mavericks Wednesday, 2/1/12, 8:00 PM EST, TV:A ESPN Opening Point Spread:A Dallas -1.5 Current Betting Line:A Dallas -2 Opening Total:A 196 Current Total:A 197.5 Odds Courtesy of Bookmaker Oklahoma City closes out a three-game road trip Wednesday night and will look to bounce back from a disappointing 112-100 loss to ... (more)

Dirk Nowitzki says he plans to play at least two more years

Well, a couple years at least. We know that for two reasons. One, he has two more years on his contract totaling $42 million and he's not walking away from that.

OKC Morning Loud Links: Back in the Saddle

The Thunder travel to Dallas tonight to visit with a Mavericks team that is renewed with spirit and vigor.

The Difference: Dallas Mavericks 122, Phoenix Suns 99

You know the drill. The Difference is a reflection on the game that was, with one bullet for every point in the final margin.

Grange on Raptors: Bargnani showing maturity

The Toronto Raptors return to action missing their best player, but it is clearer than ever exactly who that is.

Vince Carter Far From Finished

Injury has thrust Dallas Mavericks’ guard Vince Carter back into the starting lineup and the 13-year veteran has responded by playing some of his best basketball of the season.

Down and Dirty Data, or: What Do the Short Season’s Stats Say About the Mavericks?

A combination of odd scheduling, injury adjustments and minimal practice time seemingly puts a different Maverick team on the floor every night out; in one game they’ll settle in comfortably against a capable defense, and in another they’ll struggle to create any kind of sustainable offensive rhythm whatsoever.

Cowlishaw: Dirk rusty in return, but Mavs’ future looks bright

Dirk Nowitzki returned to the lineup, and the Mavericks took over first place in the NBA's Southwest Division Sunday night.

Dallas Mavericks

Fresh off an exciting overtime win, the Dallas Mavericks will invade the desert tonight to take on a disappointing Phoenix Suns team.

Lakers stopped going to the well for a while | Sideline Chatter

Where have you gone, Jerry West? The Los Angeles Lakers played 13 straight games without scoring 100 points - their longest such dry... The Los Angeles Lakers played 13 straight games without scoring 100 points - their longest such dry spell since the introduction of the 24-second shot clock in 1954 - before winning 106-101 at Minnesota on Sunday.