Doyle Rader

Dallas

Freelance Journalist at Freelance

Mostly dormant profile for Doyle Rader, former Dallas Mavericks reporter for @ForbesSports, @mavsmoneyball, @WFAASports, @Central_Track

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Dallas Mavericks Win 2025 NBA Draft Lottery

3 weeks ago | forbes.com | Doyle Rader

After a tumultuous season filled with questionable decisions and fan discontent, the Dallas Mavericks defied the odds and won the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery. Dallas will have the first overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, scheduled to take place at the Barclays Center in New York City on June 25. This presents the Mavericks with the opportunity to draft Cooper Flagg, a standout freshman from Duke University. This marks the first time the organization has moved up in the NBA Draft Lottery.
Dallas Mavericks Send Luka Doncic To L.A. Lakers In Shocking Trade

Feb 2, 2025 | forbes.com | Doyle Rader

In a shocking move, the Dallas Mavericks are trading star player Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers. The trade is part of a three-team deal, ESPN’s Shams Charania reports. Multiple sources confirm Charania’s reporting. Charania reports that Los Angeles will receive Doncic, Maxi Kleber and Markieff Morris from Dallas. In return, the Mavericks receive Anthony Davis, Max Christie and the Lakers’ 2029 first round draft pick.
Mavericks’ Luka Doncic To Undergo MRI After Christmas Day Injury

Dec 25, 2024 | forbes.com | Doyle Rader

The Dallas Mavericks could be without star Luka Doncic for an extended period of time. Doncic left the American Airlines Center in Dallas on crutches after sustaining a left calf strain during the Mavericks’ 105-99 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Christmas Day, according to multiple reports. Doncic will undergo an MRI on Thursday to determine the severity of the injury. “I’m praying for Luka to just have a speedy recovery,” Kyrie Irving said in his postgame press conference.
Dallas Mavericks Announce New Streaming Platform For MavsTV

Dec 20, 2024 | forbes.com | Doyle Rader

Fans of the Dallas Mavericks have a new way to watch their favorite team in action. On Friday, the Mavericks launched an official dedicated streaming platform for MavsTV in collaboration with Endeavor Streaming and the NBA. On-Demand ContentThe new platform will allow local fans to watch games not otherwise nationally televised, view exclusive footage, original on-demand content and game highlights. The subscription service is available via mobile, tablet and desktop web browsers.
Spencer Dinwiddie steps up late against Blazers

Dec 3, 2024 | mavsmoneyball.com | Doyle Rader

Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images Spencer Dinwiddie has been playing some of his best basketball of the season recently. On Sunday night, with Kyrie Irving, aka Mr. Fourth Quarter, sitting out, Dinwiddie stepped up for the Dallas Mavericks when they needed a closer. He scored 14 of his 20 points in the final frame to help the Dallas Mavericks hold off a flurry of hot shooting from the Portland Trail Blazers. His shotmaking from deep and clutch free throws helped the Mavericks seal a 137-131 win.
Mavericks’ Quentin Grimes Scores Season-High In 3rd Consecutive Game

Dec 2, 2024 | forbes.com | Doyle Rader

Quentin Grimes did it again. Filling in for the injured Klay Thompson in the starting lineup against the Portland Trail Blazers, the Dallas Mavericks guard scored 28 points Sunday night, helping the Dallas Mavericks stave off the hot shooting Portland Trail Blazers, 137-131. His 28 points against the Blazers are a new season-high and the third-most in a game in his career. Grimes has now posted a season-high in scoring in back-to-back-to-back games.
Dallas Mavericks’ Quentin Grimes Emerging As A Valuable Role Player

Dec 1, 2024 | forbes.com | Doyle Rader

Quentin Grimes is on a roll. With star players Luka Doncic and Klay Thompson out with injury, the Dallas Mavericks guard has stepped into a starting role and is helping the notch much-needed wins after an uneven start to the season. He scored a season-high 24 points Saturday night as Dallas beat the Utah Jazz on the road, 106-94. It was Grimes's second straight game with at least 20 points.
Klay Thompson Sets Franchise Record In Dallas Mavericks’ Debut

Oct 25, 2024 | forbes.com | Doyle Rader

The Dallas Mavericks couldn’t have scripted Klay Thompson’s debut any better. His first regular season appearance with the team came with plenty of anticipation and high expectations, and he didn’t disappoint. Thompson thrilled the home crowd on Thursday night, knocking down shot after shot in a 120-109 win over the in-state rival San Antonio Spurs. The four-time NBA Champion looked comfortable on the floor as he settled in with his new team.
Jaden Hardy Signs 3-Year, $18 Million Extension With Dallas Mavericks

Oct 22, 2024 | forbes.com | Doyle Rader

The Dallas Mavericks and guard Jaden Hardy have agreed to terms on a contract extension. The team announced Tuesday evening that Hardy signed a multi-year extension to remain with the Mavericks as he enters his third season with the organization. Dallas did not release the terms of the deal, but ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Monday that Hardy’s extension is a three-year, $18 million deal. Hardy was eligible for an extension through June 30, 2025, Marc Stein reports.
Jazian Gortman signs two-way contract with the Mavericks

Oct 20, 2024 | mavsmoneyball.com | Doyle Rader

Photo by Ron Jenkins/Getty Images Jazian Gortman’s hard work and spirited play in Summer League, training camp, and during the preseason paid off. On Friday, the Dallas Mavericks signed the guard to a two-way contract some 24 hours after the Mavericks’ preseason finale against the Milwaukee Bucks. Gortman played in all four preseason games with Dallas, including getting the start against the Los Angeles Clippers.