Trey Murphy reveals Naji Marshall’s playful text following the controversial ending to the Pelicans' 119-116 win over the Mavericks.

Jason Kidd went with an unorthodox starting lineup in an attempt to end a season-long four-game losing streak. The Dallas Mavericks coach inserted Naji Marshall as the primary ball handler in the first unit and did not start any of his traditional point guards.

Marshall won't start in Friday's game against the Thunder, Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News reports. Marshall is retreating to Dallas' bench with Kyrie Irving back in the lineup. Over his last six games, Marshall is averaging 11.3 points, 4.2 assists, 3.8 rebounds, 1.3 steals and 1.0 threes in 28.4 minutes.

The Dallas Mavericks are continuing to pursue New Orleans Pelicans forward Herb Jones to be the final piece in their bid for championship contention, according to NBA insider Marc Stein.

Dan Titus gets you ready for the week ahead in fantasy hoops with his top players to add, led by the newest member of the Suns.

The Hornets are coming off a narrow 125-123 win on Friday over the Chicago Bulls in a game where Charlotte starters LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges combined for 47 points. Unlike the Mavs, the Hornets are operating at full strength with zero injuries to report.

T he Dallas Mavericks (23-19) face the Charlotte Hornets (10-28) in an early 11am CT Martin Luther King Jr. Day tipoff at Charlotte’s Spectrum Center. The Mavericks have had a r

The Hornets, who are looking for their first three-game winning streak of the season, are coming to grips with the loss of swingman Brandon Miller, who sustained what has been revealed as a severe wrist injury. The Mavericks have injury questions as well, so the health of the teams is bound to be a factor.

In the ever-changing world of fantasy basketball, maximizing your team’s potential requires constant attention to the waiver wire. Week 14 brings a fresh crop of players who can make a difference, whether you’re addressing injury woes or simply seeking an

Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin has been talking to Sky Sports after today's victory: "I am really pleased. It has been a tough patch for myself. I'm delighted with how we went today, we needed a win for the lads and the club.

There are four Premier League fixtures on Sunday and BBC Sport will bring you all the action. Everton v Tottenham Man Utd v Brighton - Listen on BBC Radio 5 Live Nottingham Forest v Southampton Ipswic

Dan's fantasy basketball waiver wire pickups for Week 13 of the 2024-25 NBA season. Consider these players as fantasy basketball adds, streamers, and stashes.