Cuban knows safety will come first when NBA returns (2:00)
2020 ScheduleAll times ET
2020 Schedule
40-27, 2nd in Southwest
The Hoop Collective: How To Structure The NBA's Return To Action
With multiple return-to-play proposals on the table, Brian Windhorst, Jackie MacMullan and Tim MacMahon discuss the feasibility of these options, as well as the NBA's real motivations behind each plan. Plus, the crew identifies the teams who could benefit the most from this extended layoff (33:50).
Jalen advocates for NBA play-in tournament (1:34)
Does Mark Cuban's proposal make sense for the NBA? (0:56)
Cuban's plan: Tourney for NBA's final 2 seeds
Due to the financial impact of fulfilling local TV contracts, Mavs owner Mark Cuban has suggested the top 10 teams from each conference should qualify for the playoffs, with the final two seeds determined by a play-in tournament.
What might the 2020 NBA playoffs look like? (4:03)
Dunks, game winners and a TD pass: Our favorite play of the season for all 30 teams
The world misses NBA basketball. Our experts do too. That's why they're reliving some the most memorable moments of 2019-20 so far.
Who wins in a game of legends? The 'Dream Team' or the 'Redeem Team?' (1:24)
Who Stephen A. sees as an obstacle to Doncic becoming the world's best player (1:42)
Why Mark Cuban is optimistic about NBA's return (0:43)
N.Y., Calif., Texas move toward pro sports' return
Governors from New York, California and Texas said Monday that professional sports could resume in their respective states in the near future.
Dirk and Wade exchange jerseys (0:35)
The Hoop Collective: The 74 Greatest NBA Players Ever
Can you compare across eras? Brian Windhorst, Jackie MacMullan, Tim MacMahon and Kevin Pelton offer thoughts on NBArank's 74 greatest players of all time.
Could MJ have joined the Mavs instead of the Wizards? (0:41)
Cuban: Shaq, Barkley wrong about canceling NBA season (1:17)
Relive the drama of the 2011 NBA Finals: Dirk vs. LeBron, Wade (2:45)
Larry Hardesty: Mark Cuban's Decision
Larry Hardesty reacts to the top stories of the day including, Dallas Mavs' owner Mark Cuban's decision to not open the facilities and much more.
McCollum, Cuban question wisdom of NBA return
CJ McCollum and Mark Cuban asked in interviews whether the NBA's attempts at a return to playing are worth the effort and potential cost.
Woj: Is the risk worth the reward to reopen facilities? (1:33)
Mavs' 15-point comeback one to remember in Game 2 of 2011 Finals (3:53)
Would you rather build around Luka or Zion? (1:08)
Terry: Would've broken 3-point records if in my prime now (0:47)
Luka's smoothest step-backs of 2019-20 (2:01)
Carlisle laughs off awkward 'Last Dance' cameo
Mavs coach Rick Carlisle responded to his brief appearance in the opening episode of "The Last Dance" with a bit of self-deprecation, telling ESPN, "There must have been an exhaustive search to find footage of me actually PLAYING in an NBA playoff game."
2019-20 Southwest Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston | 40 | 24 | .625 | - | W1 |
| Dallas | 40 | 27 | .597 | 1.5 | W1 |
| Memphis | 32 | 33 | .492 | 8.5 | L1 |
| New Orleans | 28 | 36 | .438 | 12 | W2 |
| San Antonio | 27 | 36 | .429 | 12.5 | W1 |
2019-20 Team Leaders
- Offense
- Defense
Points Per Game
Assists Per Game
Field Goal Percentage
Rebounds Per Game
Steals Per Game
Blocks Per Game
Team Stats
Points Per Game116.43rd
Rebounds Per Game47.05th
Assists Per Game24.514th
Points Allowed110.315th
Team History
| YEAR | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 40 | 27 | .597 |
| 2018-19 | 33 | 49 | .402 |
| 2017-18 | 24 | 58 | .293 |
| 2016-17 | 33 | 49 | .402 |
| 2015-16 | 42 | 40 | .512 |