Kai Jones News, Rumors, Updates - Dallas Mavericks

Knicks reminded of their lose-lose trade as former draft pick signs elsewhere The New York Knicks didn't draft Kai Jones -- but they did trade him, for a paltry return that earned them nothing. Now Jones has signed wit...

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • DAILYKNICKS.COM

Inks contract with Efes Jones has signed a one-year contract with Efes.

Impact The 2021 first-rounder was unable to find a home ahead of NBA training camp this fall, though he's set to continue his career overseas. Jones flashed some potential as an interior presence in 2024-25, averaging 5.0 points, 3.1 rebounds and 0.6 blocks in 11.7 minutes while shooting 79.8 percent from the floor across 40 regular-season games for the Mavericks and Clippers.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

ASK IRA: Is there a place for Kai Jones in the Miami Heat's future? For all Kai Jones could potentially be for the Miami Heat, is he simply not what they can afford contractually?

AUGUST 14, 2025 • SUN-SENTINEL.COM

Heat's true intentions with Kai Jones are painfully obvious - and fans won't like it The Miami Heat probably aren't going to sign Kai Jones, at least not on their own terms.

AUGUST 12, 2025 • ALLUCANHEAT.COM

Former Mavericks forward works out for Heat | Sporting News Free agent forward/center Kai Jones, formerly with the Dallas Mavericks, worked out for the Miami Heat in hopes of landing an NBA contract.

AUGUST 12, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Former Texas Longhorn Kai Jones Working Out for Miami Heat After two years as a Texas Longhorn, Kai Jones entered his name into the 2021 NFL Draft, selected No. 19 overall. Despite being a first-roun...

AUGUST 12, 2025 • SI.COM

Mavericks' Kai Jones Making Case for Standard NBA Deal With Late-Season Impact Kai Jones is turning heads before free agency with his late-season impact for the Mavericks.

APRIL 11, 2025 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Posts 18 points from banch Jones supplied 18 points (9-9 FG, 0-1 FT), seven rebounds, three blocks and one steal over 20 minutes before fouling out of Saturday's 135-104 loss to the Clippers.

Impact With Anthony Davis banged up and logging only 27 minutes, Jones was able to make the most of his opportunity and came up with his second-best total of the season. Jones had a brief tenure with the Clippers and was able to handle matters under the basket effectively. Dallas' roster is crowded with big men, but health has been a major concern at the position, which has opened the door for Jones in his third NBA season.

APRIL 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Zubac's perfect shooting night, Leonard and Harden lead Clippers to 135-104 blowout of Mavericks

Ivica Zubac was 11 for 11 from the floor for 25 points, Kawhi Leonard and James Harden scored 29 each and the Los Angeles Clippers blew out the Dallas Mavericks 135-104

APRIL 6, 2025 • Associated Press

Mavericks urged to make drastic decision to keep Kai Jones | Sporting News Kai Jones has helped the Dallas Mavericks stay afloat with their frontcourt injuries. With the playoffs on the horizon, they'll need to keep...

APRIL 3, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Shifting to bench Jones will come off the bench Monday night against the Nets, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

Impact Jones had started his team's last six matchups entering Monday, averaging 11.5 points, 7.8 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 1.0 steals and 1.0 blocks over this stretch, but he'll be deployed off the bench now that Daniel Gafford has been cleared to return. Gafford will be on a minutes limit in his first game back from a right MCL sprain, so there should still be opportunities for Jones to produce.

APRIL 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jones bounce back with huge game Dallas Mavericks center Kai Jones overcame a left hip contusion suffered on Thursday and had a terrific game during Saturday's 120-119 victo...

MARCH 30, 2025 • MAVS.COM

Strong two-way effort Jones closed Saturday's 120-119 victory over Chicago with 15 points (7-8 FG, 1-1 FT), seven rebounds, three assists, two blocks and four steals in 31 minutes.

Impact Jones delivered arguably the best two-way performance of his career, continuing to make a name for himself as the fill-in starter for the Mavericks. While his production has made a lot of people sit up and take notice, there is a chance his run could come to an abrupt end in the near future. Both Daniel Gafford and Dereck lively could return from their respective injuries at some point soon, meaning Jones could find himself on the outside looking when it comes to consistent center minutes.

MARCH 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Gets green light Jones (hip) will play Saturday against the Bulls.

Impact Jones was able to shake off a questionable tag for this contest. Over his last five games, Jones has produced 10.8 points, 8.0 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 0.8 blocks.

MARCH 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Saturday Jones (hip) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Bulls.

Impact Jones sustained the left hip contusion during Thursday's win over the Magic, and he played only seven minutes before exiting to the locker room. If the big man is sidelined Saturday, Anthony Davis (adductor), Kessler Edwards and Dwight Powell could shoulder the workload at center, especially if P.J. Washington (ankle) is sidelined.

MARCH 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jones has had a huge impact with Mavs Since his first game with the Dallas Mavericks earlier this month, Kai Jones has proven to be a very impactful player.

MARCH 28, 2025 • MAVS.COM

Bulls face the Mavericks on 4-game win streak

Chicago aims to prolong its four-game win streak with a victory over Dallas

MARCH 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't return Monday vs. Orlando Jones won't return to Thursday's matchup against the Magic due to a left hip contusion. He'll finish the game with four points (2-2 FG), five rebounds and one block across seven mi...

Impact The big man threw down an alley-oop dunk following a huge block, though he took a hard fall and walked back to the locker room before being ruled out shortly thereafter. Dwight Powell and Caleb Martin are candidates for an uptick in playing time due to Jones being sidelined.

MARCH 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves for locker room Thursday Jones exited to the locker room after sustaining an apparent back injury during the first quarter of Thursday's game against the Magic, Christian Clark of The Athletic reports.

Impact Jones threw down an alley-oop dunk following a huge block, though he landed on his back and walked to the locker room under his own power. If the big man is unable to return, Dwight Powell and Caleb Martin are candidates for an uptick in playing time the rest of the way.

MARCH 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nearly double-doubles Jones closed with 13 points (5-5 FG, 3-5 FT), nine rebounds and one steal across 28 minutes during Monday's 120-101 win over the Nets.

Impact Despite the return of Anthony Davis, Jones remained in the starting center role and shared the frontcourt with Dallas' franchise player. That could be an indication of Dallas' plans going forward. Over his last three outings, Jones has been trending up with 13.7 points, 9.0 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 0.7 blocks in 25.6 minutes per game.

MARCH 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Naji Marshall's 22 leads Mavericks to 120-101 rout of Nets in Anthony Davis' return

Naji Marshall scored 22 points off the bench to lead the Dallas Mavericks to a 120-101 rout of the Brooklyn Nets on Monday night

MARCH 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Jones has second straight solid game with Mavs Center Kai Jones enjoyed his second straight solid game with the Dallas Mavericks. During Wednesday's 135-131 loss to the Indiana Pacers, Jo...

MARCH 21, 2025 • MAVS.COM

Posts double-double in first start Jones supplied 18 points (8-9 FG, 2-2 FT), 11 rebounds and one assist across 24 minutes during Wednesday's 135-131 loss to the Pacers.

Impact Jones got the starting nod Wednesday, making his first career start due to Dallas dealing with injuries throughout the roster. Jones impressed in the starting lineup, leading all Mavericks in rebounds while finishing as one of two players with a double-double in a losing effort. Jones set a new season high in rebounds, his first double-digit rebound total of the campaign. He posted his second-highest scoring mark, setting his current season high of 21 points set March 3.

MARCH 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pascal Siakam scores 29 points, has key late steal to help Pacers rally past Mavs 135-131

Pascal Siakam scored 29 points, Bennedict Mathurin scored 16 of his 23 in the fourth quarter and the Indiana Pacers rallied from an 11-point deficit in the final six minutes to bea...

MARCH 20, 2025 • Associated Press

Making first NBA start Wednesday Jones is in the Mavericks' starting lineup against the Pacers on Wednesday, Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Impact Jones will make the first start of his NBA career Wednesday due to the Mavericks being short-handed by injuries. Jones has fully recovered from a left quadriceps strain that kept him sidelined for Dallas' last seven games. His last appearance was March 3 against the Kings, when he tallied 21 points, eight rebounds and one block over 34 minutes.

MARCH 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Zubac's perfect shooting night, Leonard and Harden lead Clippers to 135-104 blowout of Mavericks

Bulls face the Mavericks on 4-game win streak

Naji Marshall's 22 leads Mavericks to 120-101 rout of Nets in Anthony Davis' return

Pascal Siakam scores 29 points, has key late steal to help Pacers rally past Mavs 135-131