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Grant Afseth

Grant Afseth

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

Grant Afseth is a Dallas Mavericks reporter for MavericksGameday.com and an NBA reporter for NBA Analysis Network. He previously covered the Indiana Pacers and NBA for CNHI's Kokomo Tribune and various NBA teams for USA TODAY Sports Media Group. Follow him on Twitter (@grantafseth), Facebook (@grantgafseth), and YouTube (@grantafseth). You can reach Grant at grantafseth35@gmail.com.

Dec 1, 2023; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Markieff Morris (88) reacts after scoring during the second quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports

Markieff Morris is Considered a 'Lock' to Be Re-Signed By Mavericks

The Dallas Mavericks still intend to re-sign Morris as the team views him as comparable to Udonis Haslem's previous presence with the Miami Heat.

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Mavericks' Dante Exum to Play for Australia at Paris Olympic Despite Injury

Dallas Mavericks guard Dante Exum injured his finger during a preparation match for the Australian national team ahead of the Paris Olympics.

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Apr 25, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Spencer Dinwiddie (26) moves the ball ahead of Denver Nuggets guard Christian Braun (0) during the second half in game three of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
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Mavericks Share Mutual Interest with Spencer Dinwiddie as 'Top' Free Agent Target

Spencer Dinwiddie remains unsigned but the Dallas Mavericks share mutual interest in signing him ahead of the 2024-25 NBA season.

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LeBron James Uses Game-Winner to Lead Team USA Over South Sudan in Close Call

To begin the USA Basketball Showcase in London, LeBron James helped steady the group despite a flat start against South Sudan to achieve a victory.

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Jun 17, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (11) handles the ball against Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (9) in game five of the 2024 NBA Finals at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-USA TODAY Sports
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Mavericks' Kyrie Irving Underwent Surgery to Repair Broken Hand

Dallas Mavericks superstar Kyrie Irving recently underwent surgery to repair a broken hand suffered during a training session earlier in July.

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Grizzlies Dominate Mavericks in NBA Summer League Blowout

The Mavericks dropped to an 0-2 record at NBA Summer League after being blown out by the Memphis Grizzlies in a turnover-plagued performance.

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Olivier-Maxence Prosper Struggles Offensively in Mavericks' Summer League Opener

The Dallas Mavericks are focused on determining if Olivier-Maxence Prosper should fill a rotation spot next season using NBA Summer League action.

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Jun 17, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Josh Green (8) drives to the basket against Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday (4) in game five of the 2024 NBA Finals at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-USA TODAY Sports
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After Mavericks Trade, Josh Green Sees Significant Potential with Hornets

Josh Green is "super excited" to join the Charlotte Hornets after being traded by the Dallas Mavericks in the team's move to acquire Klay Thompson.

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Jun 5, 2024; Boston, MA, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (11) and guard A.J. Lawson (9) laugh with teammates during the NBA Finals Media Day at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-USA TODAY Sports
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Mavericks Want A.J. Lawson to Showcase Defensive Impact in NBA Summer League

The Dallas Mavericks signed A.J. Lawson to a standard NBA contract after he entered the season on a two-way deal. He is set to compete in Summer League again.

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Mar 22, 2023; Dallas, Texas, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (11) and Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) in action during the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Golden State Warriors at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Klay Thompson Details 'Mutual Respect' with Luka Doncic Amid Joining Mavericks

Klay Thompson already feels a sense of "mutual respect" with Luka Doncic as the two talents are set to join forces on the Dallas Mavericks.

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Jan 29, 2022; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (11) dribbles the ball against Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving (11) in the second quarter at the Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
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Klay Thompson's Relationship with Kyrie Irving Helped Decision to Join Mavericks

Klay Thompson joined the Dallas Mavericks on a three-year, $50 million contract in a move facilitated by a six-team sign-and-trade transaction. Before committin

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Apr 27, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans Forward Naji Marshall (8) handles the ball against the Oklahoma City Thunde during the second quarter of game three of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Bush-USA TODAY Sports

Mavericks Eager for Naji Marshall to Bring 'Toughness' as Derrick Jones Jr. Replacement

The Dallas Mavericks seek Naji Marshall to bring an edge to the team after bringing him in to replace Derrick Jones Jr. who deprated to sign with the LA Clippers.

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