History of Dallas Mavericks in Timeline
The Dallas Mavericks are a professional basketball team based in Dallas, competing in the NBA's Western Conference Southwest Division. Their home games are played at the American Airlines Center.
1933: Securities Act of 1933 Extended to Social Media
In February 2022, the U.S. 11th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in a lawsuit against Bitconnect that the Securities Act of 1933 extends to targeted solicitation using social media.
1956: Reference to 1956-57 Philadelphia Warriors Being Swept
The text mentions the 1956-57 Philadelphia Warriors as a previous defending champion that was swept in the first round.
1957: "Maverick" TV Show Debut
The name of the Dallas Mavericks team came from the TV western show "Maverick", which ran from 1957 to 1962.
1962: "Maverick" TV Show End
The name of the Dallas Mavericks team came from the TV western show "Maverick", which ran from 1957 to 1962.
1973: Spurs Move to San Antonio
In 1973, the Dallas Chaparrals moved to San Antonio and became the Spurs.
1973: Dallas Chaparrals Move to San Antonio
In 1973, the Dallas Chaparrals of the American Basketball Association moved to San Antonio, becoming the San Antonio Spurs.
1976: MacLeod's NBA Finals Run
In 1976, John MacLeod led the Phoenix Suns to an NBA Finals run before being hired as the Dallas Mavericks' head coach.
1977: Motta's Previous NBA Championship
In 1977, Dick Motta guided the Washington Bullets to the NBA Championship, before being hired as the Dallas Mavericks' first head coach in 1980.
1978: Initial Efforts to Bring NBA to Dallas
In 1978, Garn Eckardt sought capital to move an NBA team to Dallas, connecting with Doug Adkins and Don Carter. Negotiations with Eckardt failed, but Carter remained interested. Norm Sonju also sought to bring the NBA to Dallas.
1979: NBA All-Star Game Announcement
During the 1979 NBA All-Star Game weekend, NBA commissioner Larry O'Brien announced the league would add two new teams in the 1980-81 season, one of which would be in Dallas.
October 11, 1980: Mavericks Make NBA Debut
On October 11, 1980, the Dallas Mavericks made their NBA debut, defeating the San Antonio Spurs 103–92.
1980: First time since 1980-81 Mavericks swept the Lakers
April 4, 2014, Mavericks win meant the first time since the 1980-81 season they swept the season series with the Los Angeles Lakers.
1980: Team Name and Admission
At the 1980 NBA All-Star Game, league owners voted to admit the new team, with the team's name coming from the 1957-1962 TV western Maverick.
1980: Mavericks Expansion Season Uniform Colors
During their expansion season of 1980–81, the Mavericks road uniform colors were royal blue with green and white trim.
1980: Trade Impact
In 1980, a trade the Mavericks made in their inaugural season paid off for them in 1984.
1980: Dallas Expansion Team Admitted
In 1980, it was settled that Dallas would be an expansion team, with an expansion fee of $12.5 million.
1980: Inspiration for Mavericks' City Uniforms
In 2021, the Mavericks wore city uniforms inspired by the design of their 1980 uniforms.
1980: Drafted Kiki VanDeWeghe
In the 1980 NBA draft, the Mavs drafted Kiki VanDeWeghe, who refused to play for them.
1980: Rockets Dominate Mavericks in Inaugural Season
In the Mavericks' inaugural season in 1980–81, the Houston Rockets won all six meetings, including a 116–68 victory.
1981: Trade of VanDeWeghe
In 1981, Kiki VanDeWeghe was traded to the Denver Nuggets, along with a first-round pick, in exchange for two future first-round picks that eventually materialized into Rolando Blackman.
1981: Key Players Drafted
In 1981, the Dallas Mavericks drafted Mark Aguirre, Rolando Blackman, and Jay Vincent, who became vital parts of the team. Jay Vincent led the team in scoring with 21.4 points per game and earning NBA All-Rookie Team honors.
1982: Aguirre Led Mavericks in Scoring
In 1982, Mark Aguirre led the Mavericks with 24.4 points per game, finishing sixth in the NBA.
1982: Last Losing Season
Prior to the season impacted by James Donaldson's injury, the Mavericks' last losing season was in 1982-83.
1984: First Playoff Trip and Sam Perkins Draft
In 1984, Dallas finished with the fourth seed in the Western Conference playoffs. The Mavs also selected Sam Perkins with the fourth pick overall.
1984: Improved Record and All-Rookie Team
In 1984, the Mavericks finished the season with a game better than the previous year at 44-38. Sam Perkins made the All-Rookie team.
1984: Lakers Defeat Mavericks in Playoffs
In the 1984 NBA playoffs, the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Dallas Mavericks in the Western Conference Semi-finals with the series 4–1.
1985: Sam Vincent Drafted
In 1985, Sam Vincent was drafted by the Dallas Mavericks, after previously trading Kiki VanDeWeghe in 1981.
1985: Playoff Appearance
In 1985, the 1985-86 Mavericks gained their third-straight playoff appearance.
1985: Playoff Appearance and All-Star Game
In 1985, the Dallas Mavericks returned to the playoffs. Rolando Blackman represented the Mavericks in the NBA All-Star Game.
1986: All-Star Game Hosted in Dallas
In 1986, Rolando Blackman represented the Mavericks in the NBA All-Star Game, hosted by Dallas at Reunion Arena. Also, the Mavs drafted Michigan center Roy Tarpley with the seventh overall pick.
1986: Most Successful Regular Season
In 1986, the 1986-87 Mavericks team had their most successful regular season to date, going 55-27 and winning their first Midwest Division title.
1986: Lakers Win Playoff Series Against Mavericks
In 1986, the Lakers won the semi-finals series against the Mavericks 4–2.
1987: Dip in Regular Season
In the 1987-88 NBA season, the Mavericks had a dip in the regular season, but it was another successful year for the team.
1988: Donaldson All-Star Selection
In 1988, James Donaldson became the first Dallas Mavericks center in club history to be selected to play in the NBA All-Star Game.
1988: All-Star Game and Playoff Run
In 1988, Mark Aguirre and James Donaldson both played in the NBA All-Star Game, the Mavericks rattled off a franchise-best 11-game winning streak, and Rolando Blackman scored his 10,000th career point.
1988: Playoffs since 1988
In 2000-01, the Mavericks advanced to the second round for the first time since 1988, losing to the San Antonio Spurs in five games.
1988: Lakers Defeat Mavericks in Western Conference Finals
In the 1988 NBA playoffs, the Lakers defeated the Dallas Mavericks in a seven-game series in the Western Conference finals and eventually became back-to-back champions.
March 10, 1989: Donaldson's Injury
On March 10, 1989, James Donaldson went down with a ruptured patella tendon and missed the rest of the season, impacting the Mavericks' performance.
1989: Tarpley Arrested
In 1989, on November 15, only six games into the Mavs' season, Roy Tarpley was arrested for driving while intoxicated and resisting arrest.
1989: Cowboys Decline
In 1989, the Dallas Cowboys, once one of the NFL's elite teams, fell to 1-15.
1989: First Winning Home Record
In the lockout-shortened 1998-99 season, Michael Finley and Gary Trent led their team to their first winning home record (15-10) since 1989-90.
1989: Minnesota Timberwolves Join NBA
The Minnesota Timberwolves did not join the NBA until 1989, despite initial plans for a team in Minneapolis during the 1979 NBA All-Star Game weekend.
March 1991: Tarpley's DWI and Suspension
In March 1991, Tarpley was charged with suspicion of driving while intoxicated (DWI) and was subsequently suspended by the NBA.
1991: Donaldson's Tenure Ends
James Donaldson played for the Mavericks until halfway through the 1991-92 season.
1992: Draft Pick Jim Jackson
In 1992, The Mavericks selected Ohio State guard Jim Jackson with the fourth overall pick of the 1992 NBA draft.
1992: Mavericks Revert to Original Road Uniform Scheme
In the 1992–93 season, the Mavericks went back to their original road uniform scheme from their expansion season, with minor alterations to the "Dallas" script.
1993: Mavericks Went Back To Road Uniform Scheme in 1992-93 Season
In the 1992–93 season, they went back to their original road uniform scheme from their expansion season, with minor alterations to the "Dallas" script, a design that the Mavericks used until 2001.
1994: Jason Kidd joins the Mavericks
In 1994, Jason Kidd infused the Mavericks with new life, averaging 11.7 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 7.7 assists in his rookie season and leading the league in triple-doubles.
1994: Draft Pick Jason Kidd
In 1994, The Mavericks acquired Jason Kidd, giving them a solid tandem of Jackson, Mashburn, and Kidd, known as "The Three Js."
1996: Rookie Erick Strickland
In 1996, Undrafted rookie guard Erick Strickland averaged 10.6 ppg and was expected to be the core of this new Mavericks team along with Finley and Bradley.
1996: Trade of Jason Kidd
In December 1996, Jason Kidd, Loren Meyer, and Tony Dumas were traded to the Phoenix Suns for guards Michael Finley and Sam Cassell and forward A.C. Green.
1996: Don Nelson Hired and Jamal Mashburn Traded
On February 7, 1996, Don Nelson was hired as Dallas' general manager. Jamal Mashburn was traded to the Miami Heat for forwards Kurt Thomas and Martin Müürsepp and guard Sasha Danilović.
1997: Beating the Chicago Bulls
During the 1997-98 season, the Dallas Mavericks beat the Chicago Bulls 104-97 in overtime. Dallas went on a 17-2 run to force overtime.
1997: Terdema Ussery Becomes Team President and CEO
In 1997, Terdema Ussery began his tenure as team president and CEO of the Dallas Mavericks.
1997: Tim Duncan's Rookie Season
The 2012-13 season was the first time the Spurs swept the Mavericks since the 1997-98 season, which was Tim Duncan's rookie season.
1997: Worst Season Since 1997-98
The 2017-18 season was the team's worst since the 1997-98 season, in which they finished 20-62 and drafted Dirk Nowitzki.
1998: Acquisition of Dirk Nowitzki
In 1998, the Dallas Mavericks acquired Dirk Nowitzki, who became the cornerstone of their most successful era.
1998: Acquisition of Dirk Nowitzki and Steve Nash
In the 1998-99 season, the Mavericks acquired power forward Dirk Nowitzki and point guard Steve Nash.
1999: Avery Johnson point guard of the 1999 NBA champion Spurs team
In 2005, Don Nelson resigned as head coach of the Mavericks, handing the reins to Avery Johnson, former Spurs point guard of the 1999 NBA champion Spurs team.
1999: First losing record since 1999-2000 season
The 2016-17 season marked the first time the team finished with a losing record since the 1999-2000 season.
January 14, 2000: Mark Cuban Buys the Mavericks
On January 14, 2000, Ross Perot's group sold the Dallas Mavericks to Mark Cuban for $285 million.
2000: Spurs Defeat Mavericks in 2000-2001 Playoffs
During the 2000–2001 season, the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Dallas Mavericks in five games in the playoffs. At the time, the Mavericks were led by Steve Nash, Michael Finley, and Dirk Nowitzki.
2000: Mark Cuban Purchases Majority Stake in Mavericks
In 2000, Mark Cuban purchased a majority stake in the Dallas Mavericks for $285 million from Ross Perot Jr.
2000: Nowitzki's Performance Dip Mention
In 2012, Nowitzki's performance numbers were the most insufficient since the 2000-01 season.
2000: Wang Zhizhi Joins the Mavericks
In January 2000, Wang Zhizhi became the first Chinese player to play in the NBA, signing with the Mavs.
2000: First losing record since 1999-2000 season
The 2016-17 season marked the first time the team finished with a losing record since the 1999-2000 season.
2000: Mavericks Miss Playoffs for First Time Since 2000
The Mavericks missed the playoffs for the first time since 2000 during the 2012-13 season.
2001: Spurs Defeat Mavericks in 2000-2001 Playoffs
During the 2000–2001 season, the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Dallas Mavericks in five games in the playoffs. At the time, the Mavericks were led by Steve Nash, Michael Finley, and Dirk Nowitzki.
2001: Return to Playoffs
In 2001, the Mavericks returned to the playoffs for the first time since 1989.
2001: Logo and Colors change
In 2001-02 the team changed from the cowboy hat logo and green to a new horse logo and blue, almost on the same colors of fellow Dallas-based team, the Cowboys.
2001: Inspiration for Mavericks' City Uniforms
In 2021, the Mavericks wore city uniforms inspired by the design of their 2001 uniforms.
2001: Mavericks Drastically Update Logos and Uniforms
In the 2001–02 NBA season, the Mavericks drastically updated their logos and uniforms, with a new Dallas Cowboys-inspired color scheme of midnight blue, royal blue and silver.
2001: Start of the Mavericks' 12-Season Playoff Streak
The Dallas Mavericks began a 12-season playoff streak since 2001, which ended on April 10, 2013.
2001: Mavericks Uniform Design Change
The Mavericks used their road uniform scheme, with minor alterations to the "Dallas" script a design that the Mavericks used until 2001.
2002: Juwan Howard Traded
In 2001-02, Juwan Howard, Tim Hardaway, and Donnell Harvey were traded to the Denver Nuggets in exchange for Raef LaFrentz, Nick Van Exel, Tariq Abdul-Wahad, and Avery Johnson.
October 28, 2003: Debut and Scrap of Silver Alternate Uniforms
On October 28, 2003, the Mavericks debuted their shiny silver alternate uniforms but scrapped them after just one game due to unpopularity.
2003: Blockbuster Trades Announced
In 2003, the Dallas Mavericks acquired Antawn Jamison, Danny Fortson, Jiří Welsch, and Chris Mills from Golden State for Nick Van Exel, Evan Eschmeyer, Popeye Jones, Avery Johnson, and Antoine Rigaudeau. Also, Raef LaFrentz, Chris Mills, and Jiří Welsch were traded to Boston for Antoine Walker and Tony Delk.
2003: Spurs Defeat Mavericks in Western Conference Finals
In 2003, the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Dallas Mavericks in six games in the Western Conference Finals.
2003: Spurs Defeat Mavericks in Playoffs
In 2003, the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Dallas Mavericks in the playoffs.
2004: Mavericks Eliminated in First Round of Playoffs
Despite chemistry struggles in 2004, the Mavericks qualified for the playoffs but were eliminated in the first round by the Sacramento Kings, leading to a re-evaluation of the team's strategy.
2004: Mavericks Acquire New Players and Change Style
In 2004, Erick Dampier, Jason Terry, Devin Harris, Jerry Stackhouse, and Alan Henderson joined the Mavericks. The departure of Steve Nash impacted the offense, but the new players bolstered the defense, shifting the team's style of play.
2004: Steve Nash Signs with Phoenix Suns
In the 2004 off-season, former Dallas Mavericks point guard Steve Nash signed a free-agent deal with the Phoenix Suns.
2004: Conference Realignment
In the 2004-05 season, the Dallas Mavericks joined the Midwest Division of the Western Conference until the league went to six divisions.
2004: Introduction of Alternate Green Uniform Designed by Sean "P. Diddy" Combs
In the 2004–05 NBA season, the Mavericks introduced an alternate green uniform designed by rapper Sean "P. Diddy" Combs.
2004: Revival of 1980s Green Road Jerseys
The 1980s green road jerseys were revived in the 2004–05 season as part of the Mavericks' 25th anniversary.
2004: First season without Donnie Nelson since 2004-05
The 2021–22 season would be the first season since 2004–05 without long-time general manager Donnie Nelson, as he announced his departure from the team on June 17, 2021.
2004: Michael Finley's Consecutive Games
Until the 2004-05 season, Michael Finley played in each of the Mavericks games.
November 25, 2005: Doug Christie Waived
On November 25, 2005, Doug Christie was waived by the Dallas Mavericks, after signing with them earlier in the season.
2005: Donnie Nelson part of Mavericks 2005-06 NBA Finals Team
Donnie Nelson was part of the 2005–06 Dallas Mavericks team that made the 2006 NBA Finals.
2005: Coaching Change and Playoff Run
In 2005, Keith Van Horn was acquired, Don Nelson stepped down as coach on March 19, and Avery Johnson took over. The Mavericks made the playoffs with a 58-24 record, defeating the Houston Rockets before losing to the Phoenix Suns.
2005: Mavericks and Suns Meet in Western Conference Semifinals
In 2005, the Mavericks and Suns met in the Western Conference Semifinals, with Phoenix holding home-court advantage after Nash helped them to a 62-20 record.
2005: Avery Johnson wins NBA Coach of the Year Award
In the 2005–06 season, Mavericks' coach Avery Johnson won the NBA Coach of the Year Award.
2005: Don Nelson Resigns as Mavericks Head Coach
Near the end of the 2005 regular season, Don Nelson resigned as head coach of the Mavericks, handing the reins to Avery Johnson, former Spurs point guard. Michael Finley, waived by the Mavericks, joined the Spurs.
June 3, 2006: Mavericks Advance to NBA Finals
On June 3, 2006, the Dallas Mavericks defeated the Phoenix Suns in Game 6 of the Western Conference Finals, advancing to their first NBA Finals in franchise history.
2006: Mavericks Historic Regular Season
After their playoff loss in 2006, the Dallas Mavericks had a historic run in the new season, finishing with a 67-15 record. Dirk Nowitzki won his fifth consecutive Euroscar and was named NBA MVP.
2006: Donnie Nelson part of Mavericks 2006 NBA Finals Team
Donnie Nelson was part of the 2005–06 Dallas Mavericks team that made the 2006 NBA Finals.
2006: Mavericks Advance to Conference Semi-Finals
In 2006, The Mavericks defeated the San Antonio Spurs in the first round of the playoffs, advancing to the Conference semi-finals for the first time since 2006.
2006: Mavericks Lose NBA Finals to Miami Heat
In 2006, after taking a 2-0 lead, the Dallas Mavericks lost the NBA Finals to the Miami Heat in six games. Several incidents occurred, including fines for Mark Cuban and Dirk Nowitzki, and a suspension for Jerry Stackhouse.
2006: Mavericks Upset by Warriors in Playoffs
In 2006, despite a strong regular season, the Dallas Mavericks were upset in the first round of the playoffs by the Golden State Warriors, coached by former Mavericks coach Don Nelson.
2006: Mavericks Defeat Spurs in Playoffs
In 2006, the Dallas Mavericks defeated the San Antonio Spurs in the playoffs.
2006: Conference Championship
In 2006, the Dallas Mavericks won a conference championship.
2006: NBA Finals Appearance
In 2006, the Dallas Mavericks, led by Dirk Nowitzki, made their first appearance in the NBA Finals.
2006: Mavericks and Heat Faced Each Other in the NBA Finals
In 2011, the Mavericks faced the Miami Heat in a rematch of the 2006 NBA Finals. Miami was favored to win. Dallas upset the Heat, winning four of the last five games to win their first NBA title.
2006: Avery Johnson wins NBA Coach of the Year Award
In the 2005–06 season, Mavericks' coach Avery Johnson won the NBA Coach of the Year Award.
2006: Mention of 2006 NBA Finals Loss
In the text, there is a reference to the 2006 NBA Finals, where the Mavericks lost to the Miami Heat, setting the stage for their 2011 victory to be a reversal of that result.
2006: Reference to 2006-07 Heat Being Swept
The text mentions the 2006-07 Miami Heat as a previous defending champion that was swept in the first round.
2006: Mention of 2006-07 Heat's Failed Title Defense
The text references the 2006-07 Miami Heat's failed title defense, drawing a parallel to the Mavericks' situation.
March 14, 2007: Suns Beat Mavericks in Double-Overtime Thriller
On March 14, 2007, the Phoenix Suns beat the Dallas Mavericks 129–127 in a double-overtime game. Dirk Nowitzki missed crucial free throws, and Steve Nash scored 10 straight points to tie the game. Amar'e Stoudemire's 41 points were too much for Dallas to handle.
April 2007: Tim Duncan Ejected for Laughing During Spurs-Mavericks Game
During an April 2007 regular-season game between the Spurs and Mavericks, Tim Duncan was ejected for laughing on the bench, leading to referee Joey Crawford's suspension. Jerry Stackhouse and Manu Ginóbili had an altercation during the game.
2007: Grizzlies Defeat Top-Seeded Spurs
In 2007, a role reversal occurred in the playoffs, when the top-seeded Spurs were defeated by the eighth-seeded Memphis Grizzlies, mirroring the Mavericks-Warriors series of 2007.
2007: Spurs Win NBA Championship, Mavericks Upset by Warriors
In 2007, the Mavericks, despite a 67-win season, were upset by the Golden State Warriors in the first round of the playoffs. The Spurs went on to win the NBA Championship, and Michael Finley, formerly of the Mavericks, won his first title with the Spurs.
2007: Reference to 2007-08 Season
The text references the 2007-08 season as when the Mavericks had their lowest finish before the 2012 season.
May 9, 2008: Rick Carlisle Hired as Head Coach
On May 9, 2008, Rick Carlisle was hired as the head coach of the Dallas Mavericks, replacing Avery Johnson.
2008: DeAndre Jordan's tenure with Clippers began
In 2008, DeAndre Jordan began his tenure with the Los Angeles Clippers, lasting until he signed with the Dallas Mavericks on July 6, 2018.
2008: Rick Carlisle Becomes Head Coach
In 2008, Rick Carlisle became the head coach of the Mavericks.
September 21, 2009: Mavericks Unveil New Alternate Uniform
On September 21, 2009, the Dallas Mavericks introduced a new alternate royal blue uniform with the "Mavs" script, replacing the green uniform. This uniform was also used for the NBA's Noche Latina promotion, featuring the wordmark "Los Mavs."
2009: Mavericks Secure Sixth Spot in Playoffs
After a slow start, the Mavericks secured the sixth spot in the Western Conference playoff bracket for 2009 with a 50-32 record.
2009: Mavericks Eliminated by Nuggets
In 2009, after Nowitzki's 44 points in Game 4 saved the Mavericks season, the Mavericks were eliminated in Game 5 by the Denver Nuggets, leading to questions about the team's future construction.
2009: Controversial Game 3 Loss to Nuggets
In 2009, the Mavericks suffered a controversial Game 3 loss to the Denver Nuggets due to a missed foul call, putting them in a 3-0 series deficit.
2009: Mavericks last clinched Southwest division before 2021
Prior to May 7, 2021, the last time Dallas Mavericks clinched Southwest division was in the 2009-10 season.
2009: Mavericks Score Biggest Point Tally Since 2009
Two days after their record victory, in 2014, the Mavericks scored 131 points, their biggest point tally since 2009, in a win over the Minnesota Timberwolves.
January 2010: Reference to Previous 50-Point Win
On November 13, 2014, the Mavericks surpassed their 50-point win over the New York Knicks in January 2010 to record their largest victory ever.
January 24, 2010: Mavericks Rout Knicks with Historic Victory Margin
On January 24, 2010, the Dallas Mavericks defeated the New York Knicks 128-78, resulting in the third-largest margin of victory in NBA history.
July 4, 2010: Dirk Nowitzki Re-Signs with Mavericks
On July 4, 2010, Dirk Nowitzki re-signed with the Dallas Mavericks, agreeing to a four-year deal worth $80 million.
August 19, 2010: Mavericks Unveil New Road Uniform
On August 19, 2010, the Mavericks unveiled a new royal blue road uniform with "Dallas" in navy blue and silver numbers. This replaced the midnight blue uniform as the main road uniform, retiring the alternate royal blue uniform. The 'Los Mavs' uniforms were still used but it was the last time in the 'Noche Latina' uniform events.
2010: Carlisle and Nelson part of 2010-11 championship squad
Carlisle and Nelson were part of the Mavericks' 2010–11 championship squad.
2010: Jason Kidd was a player on the 2010-11 championship team
In 2010, Jason Kidd was a player on the 2010-11 championship team.
2010: Mavericks Lose to Spurs in Playoffs
In 2010, despite securing the number two seed, the Dallas Mavericks were defeated by the San Antonio Spurs in six games during the first round of the Western Conference Playoffs.
2010: Mavericks' Strong Start and Injury Challenges
In 2010, the Mavericks began the season strongly, winning 24 of their first 29 games. However, Dirk Nowitzki's knee injury on December 27, 2010, and Caron Butler's subsequent season-ending knee injury, disrupted the team's momentum.
2010: Spurs Defeat Mavericks in Playoffs
In 2010, the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Dallas Mavericks in the playoffs.
December 13, 2011: Mavericks Unveil Alternate Uniform
On December 13, 2011, the Mavericks unveiled an alternate uniform based on the last alternate uniform from the 2009–10 season. The new uniform featured a navy blue base and the number positioned below the team nickname 'Mavs'.
2011: Mavericks Win NBA Championship during Cuban Era
During Mark Cuban's ownership, the Dallas Mavericks won the 2011 NBA championship.
2011: Mavericks Off-Season Changes
Following their championship win, during the off-season of 2011, Mark Cuban chose to maintain financial flexibility by letting Tyson Chandler, DeShawn Stevenson, J.J. Barea, and Caron Butler go. Lamar Odom was acquired via trade, and Vince Carter and Delonte West were signed.
2011: Mavericks Win First Championship
In 2011, Rick Carlisle led the Mavericks to their first championship in franchise history, defeating the Miami Heat in a rematch of the 2006 Finals.
2011: Mavericks Defeat Heat in NBA Finals
In 2011, the Dallas Mavericks defeated the LeBron James-led Miami Heat in the NBA Finals.
2011: Mavericks Sweep Lakers in Playoffs
In 2011, the Dallas Mavericks swept the two-time defending champions Los Angeles Lakers in four games in the semi-finals and eventually won the NBA Finals. Ron Artest was ejected and Lamar Odom and Andrew Bynum were also ejected during the series.
2011: NBA Championship
In 2011, the Dallas Mavericks won their only NBA championship.
2011: Mavericks Win 2011 NBA Finals Against Heat
In 2011, the Mavericks faced the Miami Heat in a rematch of the 2006 NBA Finals. Miami was favored to win. Dallas upset the Heat, winning four of the last five games to win their first NBA title.
2011: Mavericks Last Victory Before The 2024 NBA Finals
In 2024, the Mavericks faced the Boston Celtics in the NBA Finals, losing in five games after their first NBA Finals appearance since their 2011 victory.
2011: Sexual Assault Allegation
In March 2018, Mark Cuban responded to allegations of a sexual assault that occurred in 2011.
2011: Jason Terry on Mavericks' Championship Team
Jason Terry was a starter on the Dallas Mavericks' 2011 championship team.
2011: Last Playoff Series Win and Western Conference Finals Appearance Before 2022
Prior to their playoff series win and Western Conference Finals appearance in 2022, the Mavericks last achieved these milestones in their 2011 championship season.
2012: Mavericks' Off-Season Acquisitions and Losses
During the 2012 off-season, Jason Kidd and Jason Terry left the Mavericks. Darren Collison, O. J. Mayo, Chris Kaman, and Elton Brand were acquired.
2012: Nowitzki's Injury and Mavericks' Struggle
During the 2012-13 season, Nowitzki missed 29 games due to knee surgery, contributing to the Mavericks' struggles.
2012: Mavericks Swept by Thunder in First Round of Playoffs
In the 2012 NBA playoffs, the Mavericks were swept by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first round, marking their first time being swept in a seven-game series.
2012: Spurs Sweep Mavericks in Season Series
In the 2012 season, the Spurs swept the Mavericks for the first time since the 1997-98 season. San Antonio clinched a playoff spot for the 16th straight season and reached 50 wins for the 14th straight season, the longest streak in NBA history.
2012: Mavericks Championship Banner Raising and Loss to Heat
On Christmas Day 2012, the Mavericks raised their championship banner before a rematch with the Miami Heat, but lost the game, continuing a poor start to the season.
2012: Reference to 2012-13 Season Missed Playoffs
The 2016-17 season marked the second time in 17 years the Mavericks missed the playoffs, with the other time being the 2012-2013 season.
April 10, 2013: Mavericks' Playoff Streak Ends
On April 10, 2013, the Dallas Mavericks' 12-season playoff streak ended in a loss to the Phoenix Suns 102–91.
2013: Spurs Sweep Mavericks in Regular Season
During the 2013–14 season, the Spurs once again swept the Mavericks in the regular season, giving them nine straight victories.
2013: Mavericks' Roster Changes in the 2013 Off-Season
In the 2013 off-season, the Mavericks did not re-sign Collison, Brand, and Kaman. They signed José Calderón, Monta Ellis, and Samuel Dalembert.
2013: Reference to 2012-13 Season Missed Playoffs
The 2016-17 season marked the second time in 17 years the Mavericks missed the playoffs, with the other time being the 2012-2013 season.
April 4, 2014: Mavericks Sweep Season Series Against Lakers
On April 4, 2014, the Mavericks swept the season series against the Los Angeles Lakers for the first time since the 1980-81 season with a 107-95 win.
April 12, 2014: Mavericks Defeat Suns
On April 12, 2014, the Dallas Mavericks handed the Phoenix Suns one of three straight losses, 101–98, contributing to keeping them out of the playoffs.
April 16, 2014: Mavericks face Spurs in NBA Playoffs
On April 16, 2014, an overtime loss to the Memphis Grizzlies secured the Mavericks' matchup against the Spurs in the 2014 NBA playoffs.
June 26, 2014: Mavericks Trade for Tyson Chandler and Sign Chandler Parsons
On June 26, 2014, the Mavericks traded for Tyson Chandler and Raymond Felton. They also signed Chandler Parsons after Nowitzki took a discount.
September 23, 2014: Mavericks Unveil New Navy Alternate Uniform
On September 23, 2014, the Mavericks unveiled a new navy alternate uniform featuring a silver Dallas skyline. The design was selected from a contest during the 2013–14 season, but it wasn't worn until the 2015–16 season.
November 13, 2014: Mavericks Record Largest Victory Ever
On November 13, 2014, the Mavericks achieved their largest victory ever, defeating the Philadelphia 76ers by a score of 123-70, a 53-point margin.
December 18, 2014: Mavericks Trade for Rajon Rondo
On December 18, 2014, the Mavericks traded for Rajon Rondo and Dwight Powell, sending Jae Crowder, Jameer Nelson, Brandan Wright, a 2015 first-round pick, and a 2016 second-round pick to the Boston Celtics.
2014: Spurs Defeat Mavericks in Playoffs
In 2014, the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Dallas Mavericks in the playoffs.
April 28, 2015: Mavericks Eliminated by Rockets in First Round
On April 28, 2015, the Mavericks were eliminated from the first round of the playoffs by the Houston Rockets, losing the series 4-1.
2015: Carlisle Becomes Winningest Coach
In 2015, Rick Carlisle surpassed Dick Motta as the winningest coach in Mavericks franchise history.
2015: Terdema Ussery Leaves Mavericks
In 2015, Terdema Ussery left his position as team president and CEO of the Dallas Mavericks to work for Under Armour.
2015: Rockets Defeat Mavericks in Playoffs
In 2015, the Houston Rockets defeated the Dallas Mavericks 4–1 in the first round of the NBA playoffs.
2015: Inspiration for Mavericks' City Uniforms
In 2021, the Mavericks wore city uniforms inspired by the skyline silhouette from their 2015–2019 navy alternates.
2015: Green Uniforms Revived Again
The green uniforms would be revived again in the 2015–16 season, still with the 1990s number scheme.
April 25, 2016: Mavericks Eliminated by Thunder in First Round
On April 25, 2016, the Mavericks were eliminated from the first round of the playoffs by the Oklahoma City Thunder, losing the series 4-1. The series was marked by physicality and aggressive defense.
2016: Suns Dominate Rivalry with Mavericks
From the 2016–17 season, the Phoenix Suns began to dominate the rivalry with the Dallas Mavericks, winning 17 out of 21 head-to-head games.
2016: Mavericks Miss Playoffs in 2016-17 Season
In the 2016-17 season, the Mavericks missed the playoffs despite additions like Seth Curry, Harrison Barnes, Nerlens Noel, and Yogi Ferrell.
2016: Mavericks' Last Playoff Appearance Before 2020
Prior to clinching a spot in the 2020 NBA playoffs, the Mavericks' last appearance was in 2016.
2017: Nike Becomes Mavericks' Uniform Supplier
In 2017, Nike became the Mavericks' uniform supplier, replacing home and away designations with "Icon," "Association," "Statement," and "City" uniforms. The Mavericks' white uniforms became part of the "Association" set, royal blue the "Icon" set, and navy blue the "Statement" set.
2017: Playoff Drought Begins
In 2017, the Dallas Mavericks began a three-year playoff drought, marking the beginning of a rebuilding phase during Dirk Nowitzki's final years.
2017: Mavericks Wear Black 'City' Uniforms
In 2017, the Mavericks wore black "City" uniforms with "DAL" and numbers in royal blue with neon green trim. This design was only used during the 2017–18 season before a new "City" uniform was designed.
February 2018: Cynthia Marshall Hired as Interim CEO
In February 2018, the Dallas Mavericks hired Cynthia Marshall as their interim CEO in response to allegations involving Ussery and Sneed. Marshall became the first black female CEO of an NBA franchise.
March 2018: Mark Cuban Responds to Sexual Assault Allegations
In March 2018, Mark Cuban responded to allegations of a 2011 sexual assault, stating, "It didn't happen." The organization hired independent investigators to look into allegations.
July 6, 2018: DeAndre Jordan signs with Mavericks
On July 6, 2018, DeAndre Jordan, a long-time center for the Los Angeles Clippers since 2008, signed a one-year deal with the Dallas Mavericks.
September 19, 2018: Investigation Report Concludes Sexual Harassment
On September 19, 2018, the Dallas Mavericks' investigation report concluded that there were "numerous instances of sexual harassment and other improper workplace conduct" within the organization. Mark Cuban agreed to donate $10 million to organizations related to women's causes.
October 5, 2018: Team Photographer Accused of Misconduct
On October 5, 2018, it was reported that Dallas Mavericks team photographer Danny Bollinger made propositions to four former employees. Bollinger was laid off four days later by Mark Cuban.
November 2018: New Mavericks 'City' Uniform Unveiled
In November 2018, a new "City" uniform was unveiled. The "DAL" across the chest was replaced with the team's secondary logo and the neon green trim was removed, with the numbers no longer having a trim color.
January 31, 2019: Mavericks Trade for Kristaps Porziņģis
On January 31, 2019, the Mavericks traded Dennis Smith Jr., DeAndre Jordan, Wesley Matthews, and two future first-round draft picks to the New York Knicks for Kristaps Porziņģis, Tim Hardaway Jr., Courtney Lee, and Trey Burke.
December 12, 2019: Mavericks Win Against Pistons in Mexico City
On December 12, 2019, the Mavericks won against the Detroit Pistons in Mexico City. During that game, Luka Dončić became the first player in NBA history to record multiple 40-point triple-doubles before turning 21-years-old, tallying 41 points, 12 rebounds, and 11 assists.
2019: New 'City' Uniform for 2019-20 season
For the 2019-20 season, the "City" uniform featured a stylized "MAVS" wordmark inspired by graffiti paintings with a light blue/navy blue gradient and neon green trim.
2019: Nowitzki's Retirement
In 2019, Dirk Nowitzki retired after his record-breaking 21st season with the Dallas Mavericks, concluding a three-year playoff drought.
2019: Inspiration for Mavericks' City Uniforms
In 2021, the Mavericks wore city uniforms inspired by the skyline silhouette from their 2015–2019 navy alternates.
2019: Mavericks Redesign Navy 'Statement' Uniforms
Prior to the 2019–20 season, the Mavericks drastically redesigned their navy "Statement" uniforms, eliminating the Dallas skyline and reverting to the full team name "Mavericks" in front. The uniform contained white lettering and white and royal blue side stripes.
2020: Mavericks had players miss 41 games due to COVID-19 protocols
During the 2020-21 season, Dallas Mavericks had players miss 41 games to COVID-19 protocols.
2020: Return to Playoffs
In 2020, the Dallas Mavericks, led by Luka Dončić, returned to the playoffs after acquiring him and ending their playoff drought.
2020: Mavericks Invited to NBA Bubble and Playoff Berth
In 2020, the Mavericks were invited to the NBA Bubble following the suspension of the 2019–20 NBA season. They resumed play on July 31. On August 2, the Mavericks clinched a spot in the 2020 NBA playoffs, marking their first trip since 2016.
2020: Mavericks' 'City' Uniform for 2020-21 Season
The "City" uniform for 2020-21 featured a white base with gold and silver trim, inspired by Pegasus, a Dallas symbol.
2020: Mavericks Avenged 2020 Playoff Defeat To The Clippers
The Mavericks finished the 2023–2024 regular season as Southwest Division champions and as the 5th seed in the West with a 50–32 record. The Mavericks would face the Los Angeles Clippers in the first round of the 2024 NBA playoffs for the third time in five seasons, however this time the Mavs would avenge previous playoff defeats to the Clippers in 2020.
2020: Uniforms brought back for 2020-21 Season
The aforementioned uniforms were brought back for the 2020–21 and 2025–26 seasons as part of Nike's "Classic" set, this time with the proper number scheme.
June 17, 2021: Rick Carlisle Resigns as Head Coach
On June 17, 2021, Rick Carlisle resigned from his position as head coach of the Dallas Mavericks after 13 seasons.
June 28, 2021: Jason Kidd Hired as Head Coach
On June 28, 2021, Jason Kidd, a player on the 2010–11 championship team, was hired as head coach of the Dallas Mavericks.
2021: Mavericks Wear 'City' Uniforms Commemorating NBA's 75th Anniversary
During the 2021–22 season, the Mavericks wore "City" uniforms featuring elements from past uniforms to commemorate the NBA's 75th anniversary. The design included green striping, typography from the 1980-2001 uniforms, a modified cowboy hat logo, a recolored horse logo on the shorts, and the skyline silhouette from the 2015–2019 navy alternates on the beltline.
2021: Rick Carlisle Ends Tenure as Head Coach
In 2021, Rick Carlisle's tenure as head coach of the Mavericks came to an end.
2021: Mavericks Avenged 2021 Playoff Defeat To The Clippers
The Mavericks finished the 2023–2024 regular season as Southwest Division champions and as the 5th seed in the West with a 50–32 record. The Mavericks would face the Los Angeles Clippers in the first round of the 2024 NBA playoffs for the third time in five seasons, however this time the Mavs would avenge previous playoff defeats to the Clippers in 2021.
2021: Suns Continue Dominance Over Mavericks
Through the 2021–22 regular season, the Phoenix Suns continued their dominance over the Dallas Mavericks, winning 17 out of 21 head-to-head games since the 2016-17 season.
2021: Kidd was head coach in 2021-22 season
Under Kidd, the Mavericks finished the 2021–22 season with a 52–30 record, which netted them the fourth seed in the Western Conference.
February 2022: U.S. 11th Circuit Court of Appeals Ruling in Bitconnect Lawsuit
In February 2022, the U.S. 11th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in a lawsuit against Bitconnect that the Securities Act of 1933 extends to targeted solicitation using social media.
July 2022: Voyager Digital Files for Bankruptcy
In July 2022, Voyager Digital, a cryptocurrency lender, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
2022: Mavericks Trade for Christian Wood and Draft Jaden Hardy
During the 2022 NBA draft, the Mavericks traded for center Christian Wood and drafted guard Jaden Hardy with the 37th overall pick.
2022: Jason Kidd leads Mavericks to playoff series win
In 2022, Jason Kidd led the Mavericks to their first playoff series win since the 2011 championship season.
2022: Mavericks Upset Suns in Game 7
In 2022, despite the Suns having a historic 64-win season and leading the series 2-0, the Dallas Mavericks upset them with a 123–90 victory in Game 7 of the Western Conference Semifinals on the Suns' home floor.
2022: Tweaks to the 'Statement' Uniforms in 2022
In 2022, the "Statement" uniform was tweaked to feature just "Mavs" in front with the numbers moving to the left chest, and thick black side stripes.
2022: Western Conference Finals Appearance
In 2022, the Dallas Mavericks reached the Western Conference Finals for the first time since their 2011 championship.
2022: Mavericks Reach Western Conference Finals
In 2022, the Mavericks finished the season with a 52–30 record, and reached the Western Conference Finals for the first time since 2011, ultimately falling to the Golden State Warriors.
2022: Mavericks' 2022-23 'City' Uniform
The 2022–23 Mavericks' "City" uniform featured retro-style white letters with green trim on a blue base, a nod to the disco era in the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex.
2022: Mavericks entered 2022-2023 season
The Mavericks entered the 2022– 2023 season hoping to improve upon their WCF appearance
December 27, 2023: Adelson and Dumont Acquire Majority Stake in Mavericks
On December 27, 2023, Miriam Adelson and Patrick Dumont acquired a 69% majority stake in the Dallas Mavericks at a franchise valuation of between $3.8 billion and $3.9 billion. Mark Cuban retained 27% ownership and operational oversight. Dumont replaced Cuban as team governor.
2023: Mavericks Partner with Leon Bridges for 'City' Uniform
For the 2023–24 "City" uniform, the Mavericks partnered with Leon Bridges to design a black-based uniform with Western letters in silver and blue, paying homage to American rhythm and blues history.
2023: Mavericks Trade for Kyrie Irving, Miss Playoffs
In 2023, the Mavericks traded for Kyrie Irving at the trade deadline but failed to make the playoffs.
2023: Mavericks Draft Cason Wallace and Olivier-Maxence Prosper
In the 2023 NBA draft, the Mavericks selected Cason Wallace (later traded) and Olivier-Maxence Prosper.
2023: Mavericks Finished Season As Southwest Division Champions
The Mavericks finished the 2023–2024 regular season as Southwest Division champions and as the 5th seed in the West with a 50–32 record.
February 8, 2024: Mavericks Trade for P.J. Washington and Daniel Gafford
Before the February 8, 2024, trade deadline, the Mavericks traded for P.J. Washington and Daniel Gafford.
July 6, 2024: Mavericks Trade for Klay Thompson
On July 6, 2024, Klay Thompson was traded to Mavericks in exchange for a 2025 second-round pick via a sign-and-trade.
2024: NBA Finals Appearance
In 2024, the Dallas Mavericks reached their third NBA Finals appearance.
2024: Division and Conference Titles
In 2024, the Dallas Mavericks won a division title and a conference championship.
2024: Mavericks Lost NBA Finals to Celtics
In 2024, the Mavericks faced the Boston Celtics in the NBA Finals, losing in five games after their first NBA Finals appearance since their 2011 victory.
2024: Mavericks Win Southwest Division and Advance to Western Conference Finals
The Mavericks finished the 2023–2024 regular season as Southwest Division champions and advanced to the Western Conference Finals in 2024.
2024: Reusing the 2023-24 'City' Uniform
The Mavericks reused the 2023–24 "City" uniform design, albeit in white with silver letters, for their 2024–25 "City" uniform.
February 1, 2025: Mavericks Trade Luka Dončić to Lakers
On February 1, 2025, the Mavericks traded Luka Dončić to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis and Max Christie, a move that drew heavy criticism.
February 2025: Dončić Traded to Lakers
In February 2025, the Dallas Mavericks traded Luka Dončić to the Los Angeles Lakers, primarily for Anthony Davis.
May 12, 2025: Mavericks Win First Overall Pick in 2025 NBA Draft
On May 12, 2025, the Mavericks won the first overall pick in the 2025 NBA draft with a less than a 2% chance of getting the pick, later selecting Cooper Flagg.
October 30, 2025: Roster Updated
The Dallas Mavericks' roster was updated on October 30, 2025.
2025: Pegasus-themed 'City' Uniform Returned
In the 2025-26 season, the Pegasus-themed "City" uniform returned, using the Mavericks' current color scheme.
2025: Draft pick considerations
On July 6, 2024, Klay Thompson was traded to Mavericks in exchange for a 2025 second-round pick via a sign-and-trade.
2025: Uniforms brought back for 2025-26 Season
The aforementioned uniforms were brought back for the 2020–21 and 2025–26 seasons as part of Nike's "Classic" set, this time with the proper number scheme.
2027: Draft pick considerations
Before the February 8, 2024, trade deadline, the Mavericks traded for P.J. Washington and two future second–round picks from the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for Seth Curry, Grant Williams, and a 2027 first–round pick that is top 2 protected.
2027: Draft pick considerations after Kyrie Irving trade
In 2023, when Mavericks traded for Kyrie Irving at the trade deadline, they gave a 2029 unprotected first-round draft pick and second-round picks in 2027 and 2029.
2029: Draft pick considerations after Kyrie Irving trade
In 2023, when Mavericks traded for Kyrie Irving at the trade deadline, they gave a 2029 unprotected first-round draft pick and second-round picks in 2027 and 2029.
2029: Draft pick considerations
On February 1, 2025, the Mavericks traded Luka Dončić, Markieff Morris, and Maxi Kleber to the Los Angeles Lakers in a blockbuster trade for Anthony Davis, Max Christie, and a 2029 first-round draft pick.
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