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- Season
- 2025
- Game date
- 2026-03-12T23:00:00.000000Z
- Start time
- 2026-03-12T23:00:00.000000Z
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- FedExForum
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- Memphis
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- TN
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- Name
- Memphis Grizzlies
- Nickname
- Grizzlies
- Code
- MEM
- City
- Memphis
- Conference
- west
- Division
- Southwest
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- Bio fr
- <p>Les Memphis Grizzlies incarnent l'esprit combatif et la résilience du basketball professionnel américain depuis leur installation dans la ville du blues en 2001. Cette franchise de la Conférence Ouest, qui évolue dans la Division Southwest, a su construire une identité unique basée sur la ténacité et le travail acharné, reflétant parfaitement l'âme de Memphis, Tennessee.</p> <p>Sous la direction du propriétaire Robert Pera, entrepreneur technologique visionnaire, les Grizzlies bénéficient d'une approche moderne et analytique du basketball. Le tandem formé par le General Manager Zach Kleiman et l'entraîneur principal Taylor Jenkins représente une nouvelle génération de dirigeants NBA, privilégiant le développement des jeunes talents et l'innovation tactique. Leur philosophie s'articule autour de la construction d'une culture gagnante durable, mêlant tradition défensive et basketball moderne.</p> <p>Bien que la franchise n'ait jamais remporté de championnat NBA, elle a marqué l'histoire de la ligue par ses performances mémorables et son style de jeu unique. Les Grizzlies ont notamment brillé durant l'ère "Grit and Grind", une époque dorée qui a vu l'équipe devenir l'une des défenses les plus redoutables de la NBA et atteindre régulièrement les playoffs.</p> <p>Deux légendes de la franchise ont vu leur maillot retiré et suspendu aux poutres de l'arène. Marc Gasol, le pivot espagnol au numéro 33, a incarné l'intelligence basketballistique et la polyvalence durant de nombreuses saisons, devenant une figure emblématique de Memphis. Zach Randolph, porteur du numéro 50, représente quant à lui l'esprit combatif des Grizzlies avec son jeu physique et sa détermination sans faille dans la raquette.</p> <p>La riche histoire de la franchise s'enrichit également des contributions exceptionnelles de joueurs légendaires comme Pau Gasol, le frère aîné de Marc qui a posé les bases du succès futur, Mike Conley Jr., meneur exemplaire et véritable général sur le terrain, ou encore Tony Allen, défenseur impitoyable surnommé "The Grindfather". Les fans se souviennent aussi de Shareef Abdur-Rahim, Shane Battier, du flamboyant Jason Williams, de Bryant Reeves et plus récemment de Ja Morant, prodige athlétique qui a révolutionné le jeu offensif de l'équipe.</p> <p>Actuellement, avec un bilan de 24 victoires pour 45 défaites, les Grizzlies traversent une période de reconstruction. Cette saison 2025-26 s'inscrit dans une logique de développement à long terme, l'organisation mise sur la progression de ses jeunes talents et la construction d'un noyau compétitif pour les années à venir. L'ambition reste claire : retrouver les sommets de la Conférence Ouest et décrocher ce premier titre NBA tant convoité, tout en perpétuant l'héritage unique de cette franchise qui a su conquérir le cœur des amateurs de basketball par son authenticité et sa passion.</p>
- Bio en
- <p>The Memphis Grizzlies stand as one of the NBA's most compelling franchise stories, embodying the gritty, blue-collar spirit of their Tennessee home while navigating through a challenging 2025-26 campaign that sees them sitting at 24-45 in the competitive Western Conference's Southwest Division. Under the ownership of Robert Pera since 2012, the franchise has cultivated an identity rooted in defensive tenacity and relentless effort that mirrors the work ethic of Memphis itself.</p> <p>Originally founded as the Vancouver Grizzlies in 1995 before relocating to Memphis in 2001, the franchise has never captured an NBA championship but has built a legacy around memorable playoff runs and unforgettable characters. The organization's culture reached its zenith during the "Grit and Grind" era of the 2010s, when players like Marc Gasol, Zach Randolph, Mike Conley Jr., and Tony Allen transformed Memphis into a feared playoff contender known for their suffocating defense and physical style of play.</p> <p>The franchise's pantheon of legends reflects both eras of their existence, from early stars like Bryant Reeves and Shareef Abdur-Rahim in Vancouver, to the crafty Jason Williams and defensive stalwart Shane Battier in their early Memphis years. The Gasol brothers, Pau and Marc, represent perhaps the most significant international connection in franchise history, with Marc's jersey number 33 hanging in the rafters alongside Zach Randolph's number 50 – the only two retired numbers in team history, symbolizing the heart and soul of those memorable Grizzlies teams.</p> <p>Current leadership remains anchored by General Manager Zach Kleiman and Head Coach Taylor Jenkins, who have worked to rebuild the franchise around emerging talent while maintaining the organizational values that defined their most successful periods. Their vision centers on developing young players within a system that emphasizes team basketball and defensive commitment, hallmarks that have defined Memphis basketball culture for over two decades.</p> <p>The modern face of the franchise has been Ja Morant, whose explosive athleticism and highlight-reel plays have energized the fanbase and brought national attention back to Memphis basketball. Morant's emergence as a legitimate superstar has provided hope that the Grizzlies can return to their playoff-contending ways, even as this season's struggles suggest the team remains in a transitional phase.</p> <p>Robert Pera's ownership has been marked by a commitment to the Memphis community and a patient approach to building sustainable success. His investment in both the team and the city has helped solidify the Grizzlies' place in Memphis culture, where the franchise serves as a source of civic pride despite never reaching the ultimate goal of an NBA championship.</p> <p>As the 2025-26 season winds down with playoff hopes diminished, the Grizzlies find themselves at another crossroads, seeking to recapture the magic that once made FedExForum one of the NBA's most intimidating venues. The challenge remains building around their core talent while maintaining the defensive identity and competitive spirit that has defined Memphis basketball throughout their nearly three-decade journey from expansion franchise to beloved community institution.</p>
- Owner
- Robert Pera
- General manager
- Zach Kleiman
- Head coach
- Taylor Jenkins
- President
- Not provided by the source.
- Retired jerseys
- Number
- 50
- Player
- Zach Randolph
- Year
- 2022
- Number
- 33
- Player
- Marc Gasol
- Year
- 2023
- Championships
- Not provided by the source.
- Championship count
- 0
- Notable players
- Name
- Marc Gasol
- Years
- 2008-2019
- Jersey
- 33
- Name
- Zach Randolph
- Years
- 2009-2017
- Jersey
- 50
- Name
- Mike Conley Jr.
- Years
- 2007-2019
- Jersey
- 11
- Name
- Pau Gasol
- Years
- 2001-2008
- Jersey
- 16
- Name
- Tony Allen
- Years
- 2010-2017
- Jersey
- 9
- Name
- Shareef Abdur-Rahim
- Years
- 1996-2001
- Jersey
- 3
- Name
- Shane Battier
- Years
- 2001-2006
- Jersey
- 31
- Name
- Jason Williams
- Years
- 1998-2001
- Jersey
- 55
- Name
- Bryant Reeves
- Years
- 1995-2001
- Jersey
- 50
- Name
- Ja Morant
- Years
- 2019-
- Jersey
- 12
- Name
- Jaren Jackson Jr.
- Years
- 2018-
- Jersey
- 13
- Name
- Rudy Gay
- Years
- 2006-2013
- Jersey
- 22
- Honours
- Title
- Southwest Division Champions
- Year
- 2013
- Details
- 56-26 record
- Title
- Southwest Division Champions
- Year
- 2022
- Details
- 56-26 record
- History fr
- <p>L'histoire des Memphis Grizzlies débute en 1995 avec une promesse d'expansion qui allait connaître des tribulations géographiques avant de trouver sa véritable identité dans le Sud américain. Née sous le nom de Vancouver Grizzlies lors de la saison 1995-96, cette franchise canadienne faisait partie de l'expansion NBA aux côtés des Toronto Raptors, marquant l'arrivée du basketball professionnel au Canada.</p> <p>Les premières années vancouveroises furent marquées par les difficultés typiques d'une équipe d'expansion. Malgré la présence de joueurs comme Bryant Reeves, surnommé "Big Country", et Shareef Abdur-Rahim qui émergea comme une étoile offensive, les Grizzlies peinaient à trouver leur rythme. Le taux de change défavorable du dollar canadien et les difficultés à attirer les grandes stars compliquèrent l'établissement de la franchise dans le marché vancouverois.</p> <p>Le tournant majeur survint en 2001 avec le déménagement vers Memphis, Tennessee. Cette relocalisation marqua le début d'une nouvelle ère pour la franchise, qui conserva son identité visuelle mais adopta une mentalité différente. L'arrivée de Pau Gasol lors de la draft 2001 constitua la première pierre d'un édifice qui allait progressivement se construire.</p> <p>L'ère Jerry West, qui rejoignit l'organisation en tant que président, apporta une crédibilité immédiate. Sous sa direction, Memphis commença à attirer des talents et à développer une culture gagnante. Pau Gasol devint rapidement le visage de la franchise, remportant le titre de Rookie of the Year en 2002 et établissant les fondations d'une équipe compétitive.</p> <p>La véritable transformation s'opéra au début des années 2010 avec l'émergence du style "Grit and Grind". Cette philosophie, incarnée par des joueurs comme Zach Randolph, Marc Gasol (frère de Pau), Tony Allen, et Mike Conley Jr., révolutionna l'identité de l'équipe. Les Grizzlies devinrent synonymes de défense acharnée, de jeu physique et de résilience mentale.</p> <p>L'apogée de cette ère survint lors des playoffs 2011, quand Memphis, huitième tête de série, créa la sensation en éliminant les San Antonio Spurs, premiers de la conférence Ouest, au premier tour. Cette victoire historique, menée par l'intensité défensive de Tony Allen et la polyvalence de Zach Randolph, propulsa les Grizzlies sur la carte nationale et établit leur réputation de "giant killers".</p> <p>Les années suivantes confirmèrent cette montée en puissance. Marc Gasol, élu Défenseur de l'Année en 2013, et Mike Conley Jr. formèrent un duo redoutable, menant l'équipe vers plusieurs participations consécutives aux playoffs. Le point culminant arriva en 2013 avec une mémorable série de Finales de Conférence contre les San Antonio Spurs, où Memphis poussa l'éventuel champion NBA jusqu'au match 7.</p> <p>La fin des années 2010 marqua une transition nécessaire. Le départ de Marc Gasol vers Toronto en 2019, où il remportera son premier championnat NBA, symbolisa la fin de l'ère "Grit and Grind". L'organisation entreprit alors une reconstruction stratégique, axée sur le développement de jeunes talents.</p> <p>L'arrivée de Ja Morant, sélectionné deuxième choix de la draft 2019, inaugura une nouvelle ère explosive. Son style de jeu spectaculaire, combinant vitesse, athlétisme et leadership naturel, redonna immédiatement espoir aux fans de Memphis. Rookie of the Year en 2020, Morant incarna rapidement l'avenir de la franchise.</p> <p>Sous la direction de Taylor Jenkins et avec des compléments comme Jaren Jackson Jr. et Desmond Bane, les Grizzlies ont retrouvé les playoffs en 2021, dépassant toutes les attentes. Leur progression fulgurante culmine avec leur statut actuel de contendant sérieux dans l'Ouest, prouvant que Memphis peut à nouveau rêver grand. Bien qu'aucun championnat NBA ne figure encore au palmarès, l'histoire des Grizzlies illustre parfaitement la persévérance et l'évolution constante du basketball professionnel moderne.</p>
- History en
- <p>The Memphis Grizzlies franchise began its NBA journey as the Vancouver Grizzlies during the 1995-96 season, part of the league's expansion into Canada alongside the Toronto Raptors. Founded in Vancouver, British Columbia, the team was named after the region's grizzly bear population, establishing an identity that would endure even through relocation.</p> <p>The Vancouver years (1995-2001) were marked by struggle and growing pains typical of expansion franchises. Playing at General Motors Place, the Grizzlies endured six difficult seasons, never achieving a winning record. The team's best Vancouver season came in 2000-01 with a 23-59 record under head coach Sidney Lowe. Key players during this era included Shareef Abdur-Rahim, who became the franchise's first star, averaging over 20 points per game for multiple seasons, and Mike Bibby, drafted third overall in 1998.</p> <p>Financial difficulties and limited fan support led to the franchise's relocation to Memphis, Tennessee, in 2001. The move transformed the Grizzlies into the first major professional sports franchise in Memphis since the ABA's Memphis Sounds. Playing initially at the Pyramid Arena before moving to FedExForum in 2004, the team began building a new identity in the basketball-loving city.</p> <p>The early Memphis years saw gradual improvement under general manager Jerry West, who joined the organization in 2002. West's shrewd draft picks and trades began reshaping the roster. The 2003 NBA Draft proved pivotal when Memphis selected Pau Gasol, who would become the franchise's first All-Star and cornerstone player. Gasol's arrival marked the beginning of the team's competitive era.</p> <p>The Grizzlies achieved their first playoff appearance in 2004, reaching the postseason for three consecutive years (2004-2006). Though they were swept in the first round each time, these appearances established Memphis as a legitimate NBA market and built a passionate fanbase known as "Grit and Grind" faithful.</p> <p>The franchise's golden era emerged in the early 2010s under the "Grit and Grind" identity. After trading Pau Gasol to the Lakers in 2008 for his younger brother Marc Gasol, the team developed a defensive-minded, physical style of play. The core of Marc Gasol, Zach Randolph, Mike Conley Jr., and Tony Allen became synonymous with Memphis basketball culture.</p> <p>This era peaked with seven consecutive playoff appearances from 2011-2017, including the franchise's greatest achievement: reaching the Western Conference Finals in 2013. The Grizzlies' upset victory over the top-seeded San Antonio Spurs in the first round of the 2011 playoffs, becoming just the fourth eighth seed to defeat a first seed, remains one of the most iconic moments in franchise history.</p> <p>Marc Gasol emerged as the team's greatest player, earning Defensive Player of the Year honors in 2013 and multiple All-Star selections. Mike Conley Jr. became the franchise's most consistent point guard, while Zach Randolph provided interior toughness that epitomized the "Grit and Grind" philosophy.</p> <p>The late 2010s brought transition as the core aged. The team traded Marc Gasol and Mike Conley in 2019, officially ending the "Grit and Grind" era. However, this period also introduced Ja Morant, selected second overall in the 2019 NBA Draft, who immediately transformed the franchise's trajectory with his explosive athleticism and leadership.</p> <p>Under Morant's leadership and coach Taylor Jenkins, the Grizzlies have experienced a remarkable renaissance. The 2021-22 season saw Memphis achieve a franchise-record 56 wins and the second seed in the Western Conference playoffs. Morant's Rookie of the Year campaign in 2020 and subsequent All-Star selections have restored excitement to Memphis basketball.</p> <p>The current era features a young, talented roster built around Morant, Jaren Jackson Jr., and Desmond Bane, representing a new generation of Grizzlies basketball. While championships remain elusive, the franchise has established itself as a model of small-market success, combining passionate fan support with competitive basketball that honors both the "Grit and Grind" legacy and an exciting, fast-paced future.</p>
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- Name
- Dallas Mavericks
- Nickname
- Mavericks
- Code
- DAL
- City
- Dallas
- Conference
- west
- Division
- Southwest
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- Bio fr
- <p>Les Dallas Mavericks incarnent l'esprit entrepreneurial du Texas depuis leur fondation en 1980, devenant rapidement l'une des franchises les plus dynamiques de la Conférence Ouest. Basés dans la métropole texane et évoluant dans la Southwest Division, les Mavericks ont su construire une identité unique autour de l'innovation et de la passion du basketball, portée par des dirigeants visionnaires et des joueurs d'exception.</p> <p>Sous la houlette du propriétaire Mark Cuban, figure emblématique du monde des affaires américain, la franchise a révolutionné l'approche moderne du basketball professionnel. Cuban, connu pour son engagement passionné et ses méthodes avant-gardistes, a transformé les Mavericks en organisation modèle, combinant excellence sportive et innovation technologique. Aux commandes des opérations basketballistiques, le General Manager Nico Harrison pilote la stratégie de reconstruction de l'équipe, tandis que Jason Kidd, légende du basketball et ancien meneur de jeu exceptionnel, apporte son expertise tactique depuis le banc de touche.</p> <p>Le sommet de l'histoire des Mavericks demeure indéniablement leur triomphe historique de 2011, lorsque l'équipe a décroché son premier et unique championnat NBA. Cette victoire épique, menée par l'inoubliable Dirk Nowitzki, reste gravée dans les mémoires comme l'un des parcours les plus inspirants de l'histoire de la ligue, couronnant des années d'efforts et de persévérance.</p> <p>Quatre maillots flottent fièrement dans les hauteurs de l'arène, honorant les légendes qui ont marqué l'histoire de la franchise. Le numéro 41 de Dirk Nowitzki trône en majesté, célébrant l'Allemand qui a révolutionné le poste d'ailier-fort et porté l'organisation vers les sommets. Les numéros 12 et 15 de Brad Davis, ainsi que le 22 de Rolando Blackman, rendent hommage aux pionniers qui ont posé les fondations de l'excellence texane.</p> <p>La galaxie des légendes des Mavericks brille de mille feux avec des noms qui ont marqué l'histoire du basketball. Dirk Nowitzki demeure l'âme de la franchise, tandis que Luka Dončić représente l'avenir radieux avec son talent phénoménal. Steve Nash et Jason Kidd ont apporté leur magie de meneurs d'élite, complétés par Mark Aguirre, Derek Harper, Jason Terry et Michael Finley, qui ont tous contribué à forger l'identité gagnante de Dallas.</p> <p>Avec un bilan actuel de 23 victoires pour 47 défaites en cette saison 2025-26, les Mavericks traversent une période de reconstruction ambitieuse. L'organisation mise sur le développement de ses jeunes talents et la construction d'un noyau compétitif autour de ses étoiles montantes. Cette approche patiente s'inscrit dans une vision à long terme, visant à retrouver les sommets de la Conférence Ouest et à offrir aux fans texans une nouvelle ère de succès durable.</p>
- Bio en
- <p>The Dallas Mavericks stand as one of the Western Conference's most intriguing franchises, currently navigating through a challenging 2025-26 season with a 23-47 record that belies their rich history and ambitious future. Founded in 1980, the Mavericks have evolved from expansion team underdogs into a championship organization that captured the hearts of basketball fans worldwide with their improbable 2011 NBA title run.</p> <p>Under the passionate ownership of Mark Cuban, who acquired the team in 2000, the Mavericks have consistently pushed boundaries both on and off the court. Cuban's hands-on approach and willingness to invest in cutting-edge technology and player amenities transformed Dallas into a destination franchise. Working alongside General Manager Nico Harrison and Head Coach Jason Kidd, the organization maintains a clear vision of building sustainable success while honoring their championship pedigree.</p> <p>The franchise's crowning achievement remains their 2011 NBA Championship, a magical playoff run led by the incomparable Dirk Nowitzki. That title victory over the Miami Heat's superteam stands as one of the greatest underdog stories in NBA history, cementing Dallas's place in basketball lore. The championship banner hanging in their arena serves as a constant reminder of what's possible when talent meets determination and exceptional leadership.</p> <p>Four retired jerseys honor the franchise's greatest contributors. Dirk Nowitzki's #41 rightfully takes center stage, representing two decades of excellence from the German icon who redefined the power forward position and became synonymous with Mavericks basketball. Rolando Blackman's #22 celebrates one of the team's first stars, while Brad Davis's #12 and #15 recognize his dual contributions as both player and executive who helped establish the franchise's early identity.</p> <p>The Mavericks' pantheon of legendary players reads like a basketball hall of fame, spanning generations of excellence. Beyond Nowitzki's transcendent career, the franchise has been graced by current superstar Luka Dončić, whose arrival in 2018 signaled a new era of championship aspirations. Former legends include two-time MVP Steve Nash, current head coach Jason Kidd during his playing days, prolific scorer Mark Aguirre, steady point guard Derek Harper, clutch performer Jason Terry, and versatile wing Michael Finley.</p> <p>Currently, the Mavericks find themselves in a transitional period, with this season's struggles serving as valuable learning experiences for their young core. The organization's commitment to player development and strategic roster construction under Harrison's guidance suggests brighter days ahead. Coach Kidd brings championship experience as both a former Maverick player and proven leader, providing invaluable perspective during this rebuilding phase.</p> <p>The Mavericks' identity centers on resilience, innovation, and international appeal, reflecting Dallas's cosmopolitan character. Their willingness to embrace global talent and cutting-edge approaches has created a culture where players from diverse backgrounds can thrive. As they work through current challenges, the franchise's championship DNA and forward-thinking leadership position them as perennial contenders ready to reclaim their place among the Western Conference elite.</p>
- Owner
- Mark Cuban
- General manager
- Nico Harrison
- Head coach
- Jason Kidd
- President
- Not provided by the source.
- Retired jerseys
- Number
- 12
- Player
- Brad Davis
- Year
- 1988
- Number
- 15
- Player
- Brad Davis
- Year
- 1988
- Number
- 22
- Player
- Rolando Blackman
- Year
- 2000
- Number
- 41
- Player
- Dirk Nowitzki
- Year
- 2022
- Championships
- 2011
- Championship count
- 1
- Notable players
- Name
- Dirk Nowitzki
- Years
- 1998-2019
- Jersey
- 41
- Name
- Luka Dončić
- Years
- 2018-present
- Jersey
- 77
- Name
- Steve Nash
- Years
- 1998-2004
- Jersey
- 13
- Name
- Jason Kidd
- Years
- 1994-1996, 2008-2012
- Jersey
- 2
- Name
- Mark Aguirre
- Years
- 1981-1989
- Jersey
- 24
- Name
- Rolando Blackman
- Years
- 1981-1992
- Jersey
- 22
- Name
- Brad Davis
- Years
- 1980-1992
- Jersey
- 15
- Name
- Derek Harper
- Years
- 1983-1994, 1996-1997
- Jersey
- 12
- Name
- Jason Terry
- Years
- 2004-2012
- Jersey
- 31
- Name
- Michael Finley
- Years
- 1996-2005
- Jersey
- 4
- Name
- Shawn Marion
- Years
- 2009-2014
- Jersey
- 0
- Name
- Tyson Chandler
- Years
- 2010-2011, 2014-2015
- Jersey
- 6
- Honours
- Title
- NBA Champions
- Year
- 2011
- Details
- Beat Miami Heat 4-2
- Title
- Western Conference Champions
- Year
- 2011
- Details
- Beat Oklahoma City Thunder 4-1
- Title
- Western Conference Champions
- Year
- 2006
- Details
- Beat Phoenix Suns 4-2
- Title
- Southwest Division Champions
- Year
- 2021
- Details
- Not provided by the source.
- Title
- Southwest Division Champions
- Year
- 2010
- Details
- Not provided by the source.
- Title
- Southwest Division Champions
- Year
- 2007
- Details
- Not provided by the source.
- History fr
- <p>L'histoire des Dallas Mavericks commence en 1980 lorsque la NBA accorde une franchise d'expansion à Dallas, au Texas. L'équipe tire son nom des "Mavericks", terme désignant des chevaux sauvages non marqués, reflétant l'esprit indépendant du Texas. Dès leurs débuts, les Mavericks s'installent au Reunion Arena et commencent à bâtir leur identité dans une ville passionnée de sport.</p> <p>Les premières années sont difficiles, comme pour toute franchise d'expansion. Les Mavericks peinent à trouver leur rythme et enchaînent les saisons décevantes. Cependant, l'arrivée de joueurs comme Mark Aguirre au début des années 1980 commence à donner une direction à l'équipe. L'ailier fort devient rapidement la première véritable star de la franchise, apportant une dimension offensive qui manquait cruellement à Dallas.</p> <p>Un tournant majeur s'opère en 2000 avec l'acquisition de l'entrepreneur milliardaire Mark Cuban, qui rachète l'équipe et révolutionne immédiatement la culture organisationnelle. Cuban apporte une approche moderne, investissant massivement dans les infrastructures, la technologie et le bien-être des joueurs. Cette même année, l'équipe déménage dans la flambant neuve American Airlines Center.</p> <p>L'ère Cuban coïncide avec l'émergence de Dirk Nowitzki, drafté en 1998. L'ailier-fort allemand devient progressivement le visage de la franchise, révolutionnant le poste avec son tir à longue distance exceptionnel pour un joueur de sa taille. Sous la direction de l'entraîneur Don Nelson puis Rick Carlisle, Dallas développe un style de jeu offensif innovant qui terrorise la NBA.</p> <p>Les années 2000 marquent l'âge d'or des Mavericks. L'équipe enchaîne les saisons à plus de 50 victoires, avec des joueurs comme Steve Nash, Michael Finley, puis Jason Terry et Tyson Chandler. Le point culminant de cette période arrive lors de la saison 2006, quand Dallas atteint les Finales NBA pour la première fois de son histoire, s'inclinant face au Miami Heat dans une série controversée où l'équipe menait pourtant 2-0.</p> <p>Cette défaite douloureuse devient le catalyseur du plus grand triomphe de la franchise. En 2011, menés par un Dirk Nowitzki transcendant, les Mavericks réalisent un parcours playoffs légendaire. Ils éliminent successivement Portland, les Lakers champions en titre de Kobe Bryant, puis le Thunder de Kevin Durant en Finales de Conférence Ouest. En Finales NBA, ils prennent leur revanche sur le Miami Heat de LeBron James, Dwyane Wade et Chris Bosh, remportant le premier et unique championnat de leur histoire.</p> <p>La performance de Nowitzki durant ces playoffs 2011, culminant avec son titre de MVP des Finales, reste l'un des exploits individuels les plus remarquables de l'histoire NBA. Son fadeaway iconique et sa détermination face à l'adversité ont marqué à jamais la culture des Mavericks.</p> <p>Après ce sommet, l'équipe entame une phase de transition. Le départ à la retraite de Nowitzki en 2019 marque la fin d'une ère, mais l'arrivée de Luka Dončić en 2018 ouvre un nouveau chapitre prometteur. Le prodige slovène, élu Rookie of the Year en 2019, impose immédiatement un niveau de jeu exceptionnel, rappelant les meilleures années de Dirk par sa capacité à porter l'équipe.</p> <p>En 2026, sous la direction de Jason Kidd et avec Dončić comme pierre angulaire, les Mavericks poursuivent leur quête d'un second titre NBA, s'appuyant sur l'héritage de grandeur établi par Nowitzki et la vision moderne de Cuban pour maintenir Dallas parmi l'élite du basketball mondial.</p>
- History en
- <p>The Dallas Mavericks emerged as the NBA's newest expansion franchise in 1980, born from the vision of businessman Donald Carter who secured the league's 23rd franchise for $12 million. Named after the television western series "Maverick," the team began play in Reunion Arena, bringing professional basketball to a city hungry for major league sports success.</p> <p>The franchise's early years were marked by struggle and futility. Throughout the 1980s, the Mavericks endured growing pains typical of expansion teams, cycling through coaches and players while building their identity. The arrival of Mark Aguirre in 1981 provided the team's first legitimate star, and by the mid-1980s, Dallas had assembled a competitive core featuring Aguirre, Rolando Blackman, and Derek Harper. This era culminated in the team's first playoff appearance in 1984, though sustained success remained elusive.</p> <p>The 1990s brought a transformative change in ownership when technology billionaire Mark Cuban purchased the franchise in 2000 for $285 million. Cuban's passionate, hands-on approach revolutionized the organization's culture, investing heavily in player amenities, technology, and creating one of the NBA's most progressive franchises. His arrival coincided with the emergence of a seven-foot German phenomenon named Dirk Nowitzki, drafted in 1998.</p> <p>The Nowitzki era defined the Mavericks' golden age. The sharpshooting big man, whose fadeaway jumper became legendary, transformed Dallas into a perennial contender. Alongside dynamic point guard Steve Nash and later Jason Terry, the Mavericks became Western Conference powerhouses. The team reached the playoffs consistently throughout the 2000s, with their first NBA Finals appearance coming in 2006 against the Miami Heat. Despite taking a 2-0 series lead, Dallas suffered a crushing defeat, losing four straight games in one of the Finals' most dramatic comebacks.</p> <p>Redemption arrived five years later in spectacular fashion. The 2011 championship run stands as the franchise's defining moment and one of the NBA's most inspiring underdog stories. Led by an aging but determined Nowitzki, the sixth-seeded Mavericks defeated the Portland Trail Blazers, defending champion Los Angeles Lakers, and young Oklahoma City Thunder before facing LeBron James and the star-studded Miami Heat in the Finals. Nowitzki's heroic performance, including his iconic Game 4 comeback while playing with a fever, propelled Dallas to a six-game series victory and the franchise's first NBA championship.</p> <p>The post-championship years saw the Mavericks attempt to rebuild while honoring Nowitzki's legendary career. Despite Cuban's continued investment and various roster reconstructions, the team struggled to recapture championship-level success. Nowitzki's 2019 retirement marked the end of an era, as the franchise's greatest player concluded his 21-season career, all spent in Dallas, as one of the NBA's all-time scoring leaders.</p> <p>The current era centers around Luka Dončić, the Slovenian prodigy acquired in a draft-day trade in 2018. The former Real Madrid star has quickly established himself as one of the NBA's brightest talents, earning Rookie of the Year honors and multiple All-Star selections. His arrival has reinvigorated the franchise and fan base, as Cuban and the organization build around Dončić's exceptional playmaking and scoring abilities.</p> <p>Throughout their history, the Mavericks have been defined by innovation, resilience, and international flair. From Cuban's revolutionary ownership approach to the franchise's success in developing international talent like Nowitzki and Dončić, Dallas has carved out a unique identity in the NBA landscape. The team's 2011 championship remains a testament to perseverance and team basketball, while the Dončić era promises renewed championship aspirations for a franchise that has consistently punched above its weight in the competitive Western Conference.</p>
- Bio verified
- Yes
- Arena
- Not provided by the source.
- Arena city
- Not provided by the source.
- Arena state
- Not provided by the source.
- Founded
- Not provided by the source.
- Nba franchise
- Yes
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- Not provided by the source.
Payload
- Quarter grid
- Quarter
- Q1
- Home
- 22
- Visitor
- 34
- Quarter
- Q2
- Home
- 32
- Visitor
- 31
- Quarter
- Q3
- Home
- 30
- Visitor
- 21
- Quarter
- Q4
- Home
- 28
- Visitor
- 34
- Lead summary
- Largest lead
- 12
- Largest lead team
- visitor
- Lead changes
- 0
- Team stats
- Home
- Players used
- 7
- Fgm
- 38
- Fga
- 87
- Fg pct
- 43.7
- Tpm
- 13
- Tpa
- 44
- Tp pct
- 29.5
- Ftm
- 15
- Fta
- 20
- Ft pct
- 75
- Rebounds off
- 12
- Rebounds def
- 22
- Rebounds total
- 34
- Assists
- 20
- Steals
- 8
- Blocks
- 5
- Turnovers
- 9
- Personal fouls
- 14
- Visitor
- Players used
- 12
- Fgm
- 45
- Fga
- 93
- Fg pct
- 48.4
- Tpm
- 11
- Tpa
- 32
- Tp pct
- 34.4
- Ftm
- 19
- Fta
- 24
- Ft pct
- 79.2
- Rebounds off
- 21
- Rebounds def
- 39
- Rebounds total
- 60
- Assists
- 25
- Steals
- 8
- Blocks
- 9
- Turnovers
- 19
- Personal fouls
- 17
- Leaders
- Home
- Scorer
- Name
- Jaylen Wells
- Value
- 23
- Jersey
- Not provided by the source.
- Rebounder
- Name
- Taylor Hendricks
- Value
- 10
- Jersey
- 22
- Assister
- Name
- J. Small
- Value
- 9
- Jersey
- 10
- Visitor
- Scorer
- Name
- Khris Middleton
- Value
- 35
- Jersey
- 22
- Rebounder
- Name
- Daniel Gafford
- Value
- 14
- Jersey
- 21
- Assister
- Name
- C. Flagg
- Value
- 7
- Jersey
- 32
- Player stats
- Home
- Nba player id
- 328
- Nba game id
- 1349
- Nba team id
- 15
- Season
- 2025
- Stage
- 2
- Is season average
- No
- Minutes
- 32
- Points
- 23
- Assists
- 2
- Rebounds total
- 2
- Rebounds off
- 1
- Rebounds def
- 1
- Fgm
- 7
- Fga
- 15
- Fg pct
- 46.7
- Tpm
- 3
- Tpa
- 7
- Tp pct
- 42.9
- Ftm
- 6
- Fta
- 6
- Ft pct
- 100
- Steals
- 2
- Blocks
- 1
- Turnovers
- 0
- Personal fouls
- 3
- Plus minus
- -19
- Comment
- Not provided by the source.
- Player
- Firstname
- Jaylen
- Lastname
- Wells
- Jersey
- Not provided by the source.
- Position
- F
- Headshot
- Not provided by the source.
- Nba player id
- 323
- Nba game id
- 1349
- Nba team id
- 15
- Season
- 2025
- Stage
- 2
- Is season average
- No
- Minutes
- 31
- Points
- 20
- Assists
- 3
- Rebounds total
- 4
- Rebounds off
- 2
- Rebounds def
- 2
- Fgm
- 8
- Fga
- 15
- Fg pct
- 53.3
- Tpm
- 1
- Tpa
- 6
- Tp pct
- 16.7
- Ftm
- 3
- Fta
- 5
- Ft pct
- 60
- Steals
- 0
- Blocks
- 1
- Turnovers
- 2
- Personal fouls
- 1
- Plus minus
- 3
- Comment
- Not provided by the source.
- Player
- Firstname
- GG
- Lastname
- Jackson
- Jersey
- 45
- Position
- F
- Headshot
- Not provided by the source.
- Nba player id
- 331
- Nba game id
- 1349
- Nba team id
- 15
- Season
- 2025
- Stage
- 2
- Is season average
- No
- Minutes
- 28
- Points
- 19
- Assists
- 9
- Rebounds total
- 2
- Rebounds off
- 0
- Rebounds def
- 2
- Fgm
- 6
- Fga
- 12
- Fg pct
- 50
- Tpm
- 3
- Tpa
- 6
- Tp pct
- 50
- Ftm
- 4
- Fta
- 4
- Ft pct
- 100
- Steals
- 1
- Blocks
- 0
- Turnovers
- 3
- Personal fouls
- 3
- Plus minus
- 2
- Comment
- Not provided by the source.
- Player
- Firstname
- J.
- Lastname
- Small
- Jersey
- 10
- Position
- G
- Headshot
- Not provided by the source.
- Nba player id
- 324
- Nba game id
- 1349
- Nba team id
- 15
- Season
- 2025
- Stage
- 2
- Is season average
- No
- Minutes
- 24
- Points
- 17
- Assists
- 2
- Rebounds total
- 10
- Rebounds off
- 5
- Rebounds def
- 5
- Fgm
- 7
- Fga
- 12
- Fg pct
- 58.3
- Tpm
- 3
- Tpa
- 6
- Tp pct
- 50
- Ftm
- 0
- Fta
- 0
- Ft pct
- 0
- Steals
- 1
- Blocks
- 2
- Turnovers
- 1
- Personal fouls
- 0
- Plus minus
- 5
- Comment
- Not provided by the source.
- Player
- Firstname
- Taylor
- Lastname
- Hendricks
- Jersey
- 22
- Position
- F
- Headshot
Image unavailable.
- Nba player id
- 325
- Nba game id
- 1349
- Nba team id
- 15
- Season
- 2025
- Stage
- 2
- Is season average
- No
- Minutes
- 38
- Points
- 13
- Assists
- 2
- Rebounds total
- 7
- Rebounds off
- 1
- Rebounds def
- 6
- Fgm
- 5
- Fga
- 11
- Fg pct
- 45.5
- Tpm
- 1
- Tpa
- 4
- Tp pct
- 25
- Ftm
- 2
- Fta
- 2
- Ft pct
- 100
- Steals
- 1
- Blocks
- 0
- Turnovers
- 1
- Personal fouls
- 2
- Plus minus
- -19
- Comment
- Not provided by the source.
- Player
- Firstname
- R.
- Lastname
- Rupert
- Jersey
- 12
- Position
- G
- Headshot
- Not provided by the source.
- Nba player id
- 322
- Nba game id
- 1349
- Nba team id
- 15
- Season
- 2025
- Stage
- 2
- Is season average
- No
- Minutes
- 27
- Points
- 9
- Assists
- 2
- Rebounds total
- 8
- Rebounds off
- 3
- Rebounds def
- 5
- Fgm
- 4
- Fga
- 13
- Fg pct
- 30.8
- Tpm
- 1
- Tpa
- 8
- Tp pct
- 12.5
- Ftm
- 0
- Fta
- 3
- Ft pct
- 0
- Steals
- 3
- Blocks
- 0
- Turnovers
- 1
- Personal fouls
- 2
- Plus minus
- -16
- Comment
- Not provided by the source.
- Player
- Firstname
- OlivierMaxence
- Lastname
- Prosper
- Jersey
- 18
- Position
- F
- Headshot
- Not provided by the source.
- Nba player id
- 329
- Nba game id
- 1349
- Nba team id
- 15
- Season
- 2025
- Stage
- 2
- Is season average
- No
- Minutes
- 29
- Points
- 3
- Assists
- 0
- Rebounds total
- 1
- Rebounds off
- 0
- Rebounds def
- 1
- Fgm
- 1
- Fga
- 9
- Fg pct
- 11.1
- Tpm
- 1
- Tpa
- 7
- Tp pct
- 14.3
- Ftm
- 0
- Fta
- 0
- Ft pct
- 0
- Steals
- 0
- Blocks
- 1
- Turnovers
- 1
- Personal fouls
- 3
- Plus minus
- -1
- Comment
- Not provided by the source.
- Player
- Firstname
- T.
- Lastname
- Burton
- Jersey
- 5
- Position
- F
- Headshot
- Not provided by the source.
- Visitor
- Nba player id
- 169
- Nba game id
- 1349
- Nba team id
- 7
- Season
- 2025
- Stage
- 2
- Is season average
- No
- Minutes
- 25
- Points
- 35
- Assists
- 1
- Rebounds total
- 2
- Rebounds off
- 2
- Rebounds def
- 0
- Fgm
- 10
- Fga
- 17
- Fg pct
- 58.8
- Tpm
- 8
- Tpa
- 10
- Tp pct
- 80
- Ftm
- 7
- Fta
- 7
- Ft pct
- 100
- Steals
- 2
- Blocks
- 0
- Turnovers
- 0
- Personal fouls
- 0
- Plus minus
- 21
- Comment
- Not provided by the source.
- Player
- Firstname
- Khris
- Lastname
- Middleton
- Jersey
- 22
- Position
- F
- Headshot
Image unavailable.
- Nba player id
- 153
- Nba game id
- 1349
- Nba team id
- 7
- Season
- 2025
- Stage
- 2
- Is season average
- No
- Minutes
- 27
- Points
- 22
- Assists
- 1
- Rebounds total
- 14
- Rebounds off
- 6
- Rebounds def
- 8
- Fgm
- 9
- Fga
- 12
- Fg pct
- 75
- Tpm
- 0
- Tpa
- 0
- Tp pct
- 0
- Ftm
- 4
- Fta
- 7
- Ft pct
- 57.1
- Steals
- 0
- Blocks
- 1
- Turnovers
- 2
- Personal fouls
- 3
- Plus minus
- 6
- Comment
- Not provided by the source.
- Player
- Firstname
- Daniel
- Lastname
- Gafford
- Jersey
- 21
- Position
- F
- Headshot
Image unavailable.
- Nba player id
- 166
- Nba game id
- 1349
- Nba team id
- 7
- Season
- 2025
- Stage
- 2
- Is season average
- No
- Minutes
- 33
- Points
- 13
- Assists
- 7
- Rebounds total
- 6
- Rebounds off
- 5
- Rebounds def
- 1
- Fgm
- 6
- Fga
- 16
- Fg pct
- 37.5
- Tpm
- 0
- Tpa
- 3
- Tp pct
- 0
- Ftm
- 1
- Fta
- 2
- Ft pct
- 50
- Steals
- 0
- Blocks
- 1
- Turnovers
- 1
- Personal fouls
- 3
- Plus minus
- 11
- Comment
- Not provided by the source.
- Player
- Firstname
- C.
- Lastname
- Flagg
- Jersey
- 32
- Position
- F
- Headshot
- Not provided by the source.
- Nba player id
- 158
- Nba game id
- 1349
- Nba team id
- 7
- Season
- 2025
- Stage
- 2
- Is season average
- No
- Minutes
- 25
- Points
- 13
- Assists
- 0
- Rebounds total
- 0
- Rebounds off
- 0
- Rebounds def
- 0
- Fgm
- 5
- Fga
- 12
- Fg pct
- 41.7
- Tpm
- 3
- Tpa
- 8
- Tp pct
- 37.5
- Ftm
- 0
- Fta
- 0
- Ft pct
- 0
- Steals
- 2
- Blocks
- 1
- Turnovers
- 5
- Personal fouls
- 1
- Plus minus
- 8
- Comment
- Not provided by the source.
- Player
- Firstname
- Max
- Lastname
- Christie
- Jersey
- 0
- Position
- G
- Headshot
Image unavailable.
- Nba player id
- 155
- Nba game id
- 1349
- Nba team id
- 7
- Season
- 2025
- Stage
- 2
- Is season average
- No
- Minutes
- 28
- Points
- 12
- Assists
- 5
- Rebounds total
- 8
- Rebounds off
- 2
- Rebounds def
- 6
- Fgm
- 4
- Fga
- 8
- Fg pct
- 50
- Tpm
- 0
- Tpa
- 3
- Tp pct
- 0
- Ftm
- 4
- Fta
- 4
- Ft pct
- 100
- Steals
- 2
- Blocks
- 2
- Turnovers
- 2
- Personal fouls
- 3
- Plus minus
- -5
- Comment
- Not provided by the source.
- Player
- Firstname
- Brandon
- Lastname
- Williams
- Jersey
- 12
- Position
- G
- Headshot
- Not provided by the source.
- Nba player id
- 152
- Nba game id
- 1349
- Nba team id
- 7
- Season
- 2025
- Stage
- 2
- Is season average
- No
- Minutes
- 28
- Points
- 12
- Assists
- 1
- Rebounds total
- 10
- Rebounds off
- 2
- Rebounds def
- 8
- Fgm
- 5
- Fga
- 12
- Fg pct
- 41.7
- Tpm
- 0
- Tpa
- 3
- Tp pct
- 0
- Ftm
- 2
- Fta
- 2
- Ft pct
- 100
- Steals
- 0
- Blocks
- 1
- Turnovers
- 1
- Personal fouls
- 2
- Plus minus
- 2
- Comment
- Not provided by the source.
- Player
- Firstname
- P.J.
- Lastname
- Washington
- Jersey
- 25
- Position
- F
- Headshot
Image unavailable.
- Nba player id
- 150
- Nba game id
- 1349
- Nba team id
- 7
- Season
- 2025
- Stage
- 2
- Is season average
- No
- Minutes
- 19
- Points
- 6
- Assists
- 0
- Rebounds total
- 9
- Rebounds off
- 3
- Rebounds def
- 6
- Fgm
- 3
- Fga
- 5
- Fg pct
- 60
- Tpm
- 0
- Tpa
- 1
- Tp pct
- 0
- Ftm
- 0
- Fta
- 0
- Ft pct
- 0
- Steals
- 0
- Blocks
- 2
- Turnovers
- 0
- Personal fouls
- 3
- Plus minus
- 6
- Comment
- Not provided by the source.
- Player
- Firstname
- Marvin
- Lastname
- Bagley III
- Jersey
- 3
- Position
- F
- Headshot
Image unavailable.
- Nba player id
- 154
- Nba game id
- 1349
- Nba team id
- 7
- Season
- 2025
- Stage
- 2
- Is season average
- No
- Minutes
- 23
- Points
- 5
- Assists
- 3
- Rebounds total
- 6
- Rebounds off
- 0
- Rebounds def
- 6
- Fgm
- 2
- Fga
- 7
- Fg pct
- 28.6
- Tpm
- 0
- Tpa
- 3
- Tp pct
- 0
- Ftm
- 1
- Fta
- 2
- Ft pct
- 50
- Steals
- 1
- Blocks
- 0
- Turnovers
- 6
- Personal fouls
- 1
- Plus minus
- -1
- Comment
- Not provided by the source.
- Player
- Firstname
- Naji
- Lastname
- Marshall
- Jersey
- 3
- Position
- F
- Headshot
Image unavailable.
- Nba player id
- 151
- Nba game id
- 1349
- Nba team id
- 7
- Season
- 2025
- Stage
- 2
- Is season average
- No
- Minutes
- 15
- Points
- 2
- Assists
- 1
- Rebounds total
- 3
- Rebounds off
- 1
- Rebounds def
- 2
- Fgm
- 1
- Fga
- 3
- Fg pct
- 33.3
- Tpm
- 0
- Tpa
- 1
- Tp pct
- 0
- Ftm
- 0
- Fta
- 0
- Ft pct
- 0
- Steals
- 0
- Blocks
- 1
- Turnovers
- 1
- Personal fouls
- 0
- Plus minus
- -1
- Comment
- Not provided by the source.
- Player
- Firstname
- Caleb
- Lastname
- Martin
- Jersey
- 16
- Position
- F
- Headshot
Image unavailable.
- Nba player id
- 164
- Nba game id
- 1349
- Nba team id
- 7
- Season
- 2025
- Stage
- 2
- Is season average
- No
- Minutes
- 13
- Points
- 0
- Assists
- 5
- Rebounds total
- 2
- Rebounds off
- 0
- Rebounds def
- 2
- Fgm
- 0
- Fga
- 1
- Fg pct
- 0
- Tpm
- 0
- Tpa
- 0
- Tp pct
- 0
- Ftm
- 0
- Fta
- 0
- Ft pct
- 0
- Steals
- 1
- Blocks
- 0
- Turnovers
- 1
- Personal fouls
- 0
- Plus minus
- 5
- Comment
- Not provided by the source.
- Player
- Firstname
- R.
- Lastname
- Nembhard
- Jersey
- 9
- Position
- G
- Headshot
- Not provided by the source.
- Nba player id
- 170
- Nba game id
- 1349
- Nba team id
- 7
- Season
- 2025
- Stage
- 2
- Is season average
- No
- Minutes
- 2
- Points
- 0
- Assists
- 1
- Rebounds total
- 0
- Rebounds off
- 0
- Rebounds def
- 0
- Fgm
- 0
- Fga
- 0
- Fg pct
- 0
- Tpm
- 0
- Tpa
- 0
- Tp pct
- 0
- Ftm
- 0
- Fta
- 0
- Ft pct
- 0
- Steals
- 0
- Blocks
- 0
- Turnovers
- 0
- Personal fouls
- 1
- Plus minus
- -6
- Comment
- Not provided by the source.
- Player
- Firstname
- Dwight
- Lastname
- Powell
- Jersey
- 7
- Position
- F
- Headshot
Image unavailable.
- Nba player id
- 160
- Nba game id
- 1349
- Nba team id
- 7
- Season
- 2025
- Stage
- 2
- Is season average
- No
- Minutes
- 2
- Points
- 0
- Assists
- 0
- Rebounds total
- 0
- Rebounds off
- 0
- Rebounds def
- 0
- Fgm
- 0
- Fga
- 0
- Fg pct
- 0
- Tpm
- 0
- Tpa
- 0
- Tp pct
- 0
- Ftm
- 0
- Fta
- 0
- Ft pct
- 0
- Steals
- 0
- Blocks
- 0
- Turnovers
- 0
- Personal fouls
- 0
- Plus minus
- -6
- Comment
- Not provided by the source.
- Player
- Firstname
- AJ
- Lastname
- Johnson
- Jersey
- 14
- Position
- G
- Headshot
- Not provided by the source.
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