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Mavericks Boost Frontcourt with Rookie Flagg, Veteran Davis

9/29/2025

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The Dallas Mavericks deepen their frontcourt with rookie Cooper Flagg and veteran Anthony Davis.
Flagg is slated to start as a point forward while Kyrie Irving recovers from ACL surgery.
The Mavericks could trade a frontcourt piece, likely Daniel Gafford, if double-big lineups hurt.
Coach Jason Kidd aims to maximize roles and balance veterans with rookies, while managing Davis' workload.

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Story summary

The Dallas Mavericks deepen their frontcourt with rookie Cooper Flagg and veteran Anthony Davis.
Flagg is slated to start as a point forward while Kyrie Irving recovers from ACL surgery.
The Mavericks could trade a frontcourt piece, likely Daniel Gafford, if double-big lineups hurt.
Coach Jason Kidd aims to maximize roles and balance veterans with rookies, while managing Davis' workload.