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Strong showing on glass in win Gafford produced seven points (3-4 FG, 1-1 3Pt), 11 rebounds, two assists and two blocks over 27 minutes during Wednesday's 120-96 victory over the Thunder.

Impact The 11 boards led Dallas on the night, although Gafford didn't see enough offensive opportunities to produce his first double-double of the season. The 28-year-old center hasn't seen a significant increase in his workload to begin the season even with Dereck Lively (foot) and Santi Aldama (knee) still waiting to make their 2026-27 debuts, and in 22.4 minutes over five games Gafford is averaging 6.6 points, 7.0 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 2.0 blocks and 1.0 steals while shooting 65.2 percent from the floor. Wednesday's three-pointer was also the first of his career, on his second ever attempt from beyond the arc -- the other came back in 2021-22 with the Wizards.

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Just misses double-double Wednesday Washington supplied 18 points (7-16 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds and one block over 27 minutes during Wednesday's 120-96 win over Oklahoma City.

Impact The veteran forward fell one board short of his second double-double of the season. Washington has been his usual steady self through five games, scoring in double digits in all five games while averaging 16.0 points, 7.8 rebounds, 2.0 threes, 1.2 assists and 1.2 blocks in 33.4 minutes.

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NBA's Nightly Recap | October 28, 2026

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NBA's Nightly Recap | October 28, 2026

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Mavericks and Rockets meet Friday in NBA Cup group stage

The Dallas Mavericks play the Houston Rockets in an NBA Cup in-season tournament group play matchup

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Mavericks Highlights vs. Oklahoma City Thunder | October 28, 2026

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Cooper Flagg (26 PTS 8 AST) vs. Oklahoma City Thunder | October 28, 2026

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Kyrie Irving (15 points) vs. Oklahoma City Thunder | October 28, 2026

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Leads Dallas to another win Flagg finished with 26 points (10-23 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds and eight assists across 33 minutes in Wednesday's 120-96 victory over Oklahoma City.

Impact Flagg's phenomenal 2026-27 campaign continued Wednesday, with the 2025 No. 1 overall pick scoring over 20 points for the third time this season. He hasn't been consistent shooting the ball, and turnovers have also been somewhat of a concern. However, despite the struggles in those areas, Flagg is still putting up All-Star numbers, and at this rate, his name should be mentioned in MVP conversations throughout the year.

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Cooper Flagg has 26 points, 8 assists as Mavericks beat depleted Thunder 120-96

Cooper Flagg had 26 points and eight assists and P

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Ruled out Wednesday Marshall (illness) won't play in Wednesday's game against Oklahoma City.

Impact Marshall will now miss his second consecutive contest, meaning his next opportunity to suit up will come Friday against the Rockets. Without Marshall on the floor, Max Christie, Walter Clayton and Morez Johnson should each see a few extra minutes versus the Thunder.

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Available Wednesday Martin (thumb) is available for Wednesday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Martin is available to make his season debut after missing time with a right thumb sprain. However, he isn't guaranteed to see meaningful burn.

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Good to go Wednesday Irving (knee) is available for Wednesday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Irving will shed his questionable tag due to left knee injury management and suit up for a second straight game. The veteran floor general is averaging 19.0 points, 3.7 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 1.3 steals across 27.0 minutes per tilt through three regular-season appearances.

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Team option exercised The Mavericks exercised their fourth-year team option on Risacher's contract Wednesday, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact After being traded from Atlanta to Dallas this past offseason, Risacher is now officially under contract for the 2027-28 campaign. The 2024 No. 1 overall pick is averaging 8.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, 2.0 steals, 2.0 blocks and 1.5 assists while shooting 30.8 percent from the field through four regular-season games (one start) with the Mavericks.

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Downgraded to doubtful Marshall (illness) is now doubtful for Wednesday against the Thunder.

Impact Marshall was originally questionable, so he's trending in the wrong direction. With the Mavericks expected to hold him out, the team could rely more on Zaccharie Risacher.

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Ruled out Wednesday Biberovic (knee) is out for Wednesday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Biberovic is still waiting to make his NBA debut. His next chance to do so arrives Friday against the Rockets.

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Downgraded to out Aldama (knee) is out for Wednesday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Aldama is still waiting to make his Mavericks debut. His next chance to return from knee surgery comes Friday versus Houston.

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Mavericks CEO Rick Welts is retiring again and will be replaced by team president Ethan Casson

Dallas Mavericks CEO Rick Welts is retiring for the second time, almost two years after he joined the franchise to help shepherd a new arena plan as he had done previously with the...

OCTOBER 28 • Associated Press

Recalled from G League The Mavericks recalled Aldama (knee) from the G League's Texas Legends on Tuesday.

Impact Aldama presumably got some practice reps in with the Legends after being assigned to the squad earlier in the day. He's still working his way back from right knee surgery he underwent in March, and he's listed as doubtful for Wednesday's matchup with the Thunder.

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Doubtful for Wednesday Biberovic is listed as doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Biberovic isn't expected to play Wednesday due to right heel bursitis, though the doubtful tag represents a step in the right direction. However, his potential absence wouldn't affect the rotation.

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Doubtful for Wednesday Aldama (knee) is doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Thunder.

Impact While Aldama is unlikely to play Wednesday, he appears to be making progress after being sent down to Dallas' G League affiliate on a rehab assignment. Aldama is not expected to have a significant role in the Mavs' rotation this season.

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Won't suit up Wednesday De Larrea (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Thunder.

Impact De Larrea sustained a right knee sprain in Monday's win over the Heat and will be held out of Wednesday's contest. His next chance to play will come Friday against Houston. With the rookie guard sidelined, Marcus Sasser could see a slight bump in minutes.

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Questionable for Wednesday Martin (thumb) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Martin has a chance to make his season debut Wednesday. Look for the Mavericks to update his status closer to tipoff.

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Cooper Flagg has 26 points, 8 assists as Mavericks beat depleted Thunder 120-96

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