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an hour ago
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Mavericks C Dereck Lively reportedly had foot surgery near same ankle that sustained stress fracture last season
DALLAS, TX -DECEMBER 25 : Dereck Lively II #2 of the Dallas Mavericks looks on against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the second half at American Airlines Center on December 25, 2024 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by) Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively underwent surgery to clean up bone spurs in his right foot, according to multiple reports. He's expected to be ready to return to action in time for training camp. Advertisement Lively, 21, has been plagued by injuries since joining the Mavericks as the No. 12 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. He was limited to 55 games as a rookie and 36 games in 2024-25. A stress fracture in his right ankle sidelined Lively in January of last season, and he didn't return to the lineup until April. The surgery to remove bone spurs was on the same foot. Lively joins teammates Anthony Davis and Kyrie Irving in recovery this offseason. Davis recently underwent surgery to repair a detached retina in his right eye. Like Lively, he's also expected to return in time for training camp. Irving is still recovering from a torn ACL sustained last season. A precise timeline for his return isn't clear, but he's expected to miss the start of the season. This story will be updated.
New York Post
5 hours ago
- Business
- New York Post
Mark Cuban rips Zohran Mamdani's pledges to freeze rent, make groceries cheap: ‘None of that s–t has a chance'
Add Mark Cuban to the list of business titans who are throwing cold water on Zohran Mamdani's left-wing platform of rent freezes and cheap groceries at municipally-run supermarkets. The billionaire entrepreneur and former Dallas Mavericks owner criticized the New York City mayoral candidate, saying that his campaign promises appear too good to be true. 'We're cutting rents, right? We're changing grocery stores. None of that s–t has a chance. Doesn't matter,' Cuban told the 'Pod Save America' podcast on Sunday, referring to Mamdani's campaign pledges. 5 Mark Cuban weighed in on the New York City mayoral race and Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani's platform. YouTube/Pod Save America The 33-year-old democratic socialist has vowed to freeze rent on all stabilized apartments and stock city-owned grocery stores that would not pay rent or property taxes. His campaign website says the savings would be passed on to shoppers. 'This guy is walking in telling me he's going to walk on water. He's going to make me more money, he's going to save me money, he's going to make my life better,' Cuban continued. The former 'Shark Tank' investor likened Mamdani to President Donald Trump, adding that both men appealed to voters with sweeping promises regardless of whether those proposed policies were plausible. 'That tactic is Trump 101. Is it true? Does it matter?' Cuban said. In a separate statement to Business Insider, Cuban elaborated on his skepticism. 'Until we see actual process and plans to actually implement a promise, I look at his, and all campaign promises, as nothing more than promises,' he said. Cuban compared Mamdani's rhetoric to Trump's campaign claim that Mexico would pay for a border wall. 'We are going to do X, and someone else will pay for it. That seems to be the path of least resistance to getting votes for any office,' the tech billionaire said. Cuban also said he does not plan to endorse any candidate in the race because he is not a New York City resident. 5 The billionaire entrepreneur and former Dallas Mavericks owner criticized the New York City mayoral candidate, saying that his campaign promises appear too good to be true. Luiz C. Ribeiro for New York Post Mamdani's rise has unsettled the business community — including several high-profile billionaires and corporate leaders who have openly criticized him, funded his opponents or threatened to withdraw business from the city altogether. Hedge fund mogul Bill Ackman, CEO of Pershing Square, has been among Mamdani's most vocal critics, questioning the legitimacy of his primary victory and decrying what he characterizes as the candidate's 'socialist' agenda. Ackman has warned that low voter turnout in primaries is enabling radical policy proposals to gain traction, often using social media to amplify his concerns. 5 'We're cutting rents, right? We're changing grocery stores. None of that s–t has a chance,' Cuban said on Sunday. YouTube/Pod Save America Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has joined the chorus of critics, publicly expressing concern about Mamdani's policy direction after his win. David Sacks, venture capitalist and president of Craft Ventures, has also spoken out, criticizing Mamdani's anti-billionaire messaging on social media. He suggested that such rhetoric could spur an exodus of capital and business leaders from the city. Billionaire grocer and real estate investor John Catsimatidis has gone further, threatening to halt investment or move his Gristedes supermarket chain out of New York if Mamdani is elected. 5 Hedge fund mogul Bill Ackman, CEO of Pershing Square, has been among Mamdani's most vocal critics. REUTERS Catsimatidis has warned that Mamdani's proposals — including city-run stores and higher taxes — would render New York inhospitable to business. Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, described Mamdani as 'more of a Marxist than a socialist' and has urged voters to reject his wealth tax proposals. Dimon has appeared at public events denouncing Mamdani's economic agenda and has warned of negative consequences for New York's financial ecosystem. 5 Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, described Mamdani as 'more of a Marxist than a socialist.' via REUTERS Real estate leaders are also pushing back. Marc Holliday, CEO of SL Green Realty, hosted a fundraiser for Mamdani's opponent in an effort to unify elite resistance. Kenneth and Maria Fishel, prominent developers, co-hosted anti-Mamdani fundraisers, while investor Jared Epstein helped organize additional events to support alternative candidates. While Mamdani has stated that billionaires should not exist, he has also said he looks forward to working with 'everyone, including billionaires, to make a city that is fairer.' That message has done little to quell the wave of opposition from New York's business elite. Numerous Wall Street and corporate leaders have funneled money into political action committees and other efforts aimed at derailing Mamdani's campaign. The Post has sought comment from Cuban, Mamdani and the White House.
Time of India
6 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
NBA Summer League gets Kelly Bowman Flagg's mom-approved moment as Cooper Flagg reconnects with Kon Knueppel
Cooper Flagg. Image via: David Becker/AP In a league full of competition and bright lights, one of the most heartwarming moments from the NBA Summer League came from a simple courtside interaction. When Cooper Flagg, the No. 1 overall pick of the Dallas Mavericks, reunited with his former Duke teammate and roommate Kon Knueppel before their teams clashed in Las Vegas, it was a brief but emotional exchange that left fans talking and Flagg's mother, Kelly Bowman Flagg, smiling. Cooper Flagg's mom, Kelly Bowman Flagg, sends a two-word reaction as her son reconnects with Kon Knueppel Though Cooper Flagg was sidelined in street clothes, he still made his presence felt with a short, sincere moment before the Dallas Mavericks vs Charlotte Hornets tipoff. He approached Knueppel, now with the Hornets after being selected fourth overall, and the two shared a quick dap and a smile. The embrace was a callback to their days at Duke and a preview of the respect they'll carry into their NBA careers. It was the first time the two had met in person since draft night, nearly three weeks prior. Kelly Bowman Flagg, Cooper's mother, was quick to react on social media after seeing the clip. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Is it legal? How to get Internet without paying a subscription? Techno Mag Learn More Undo 'Brothers forever,' she reacted. The bond between Flagg and Knueppel has always been evident, but seeing it continue to shine under the NBA spotlight brought a touching layer of humanity to the Summer League showdown. Kon Knueppel shines as the Charlotte Hornets dominated the Dallas Mavericks While Flagg didn't suit up for the game, Dallas had decided to shut him down for the remainder of the Summer League, Knueppel made sure the moment still belonged to Duke. The Hornets' rookie delivered his best performance of the summer, posting 16 points, 10 rebounds, and 4 assists in Charlotte's dominant 87-69 victory. His hustle on both ends helped improve the Hornets to a 3-0 Summer League record. Despite being off the court, Flagg remained his former teammate's biggest fan. Back on draft night, when Knueppel was selected fourth overall during Flagg's live interview, the Dallas forward couldn't hold back his excitement. 'K Dot!! Let's go! Oh my God! Let's go!' Flagg shouted. 'It's surreal. Kon was my roommate last year, so just to see him have that moment with his family—it's insane. That really just gave me chills. That was amazing.' Duke celebrates the unbreakable bond between Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel at the Summer League The connection between Flagg and Knueppel was born during their standout freshman year at Duke, where both were pivotal in pushing the Blue Devils to the NCAA Final Four and winning the ACC Championship. Flagg led the team with 19.2 points per game and brought home a slew of national awards, while Knueppel added 14.4 points per game and was named ACC Tournament MVP. Now, on different teams, their paths will only cross twice during the regular NBA season— but if Summer League was any indication, their bond is just as strong as ever. The Duke basketball program even celebrated the postgame handshake by sharing the clip with the caption: "Kon 🤝 Coop @NBASummerLeague." Also Read: LeBron James embraces Victor Wembanyama after San Antonio Spurs star gets medical clearance to return to basketball action Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Yahoo
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
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Cooper Flagg's Physical Appearance is Turning Heads Before Summer League
Cooper Flagg's Physical Appearance is Turning Heads Before Summer League originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Cooper Flagg is set to appear in his first Summer League. Selected No. 1 overall by the Dallas Mavericks in the 2025 NBA Draft, expectations are high that Flagg will be able to make an immediate impact on the Mavs. Advertisement The 18-year-old forward is coming off a memorable season with the Duke Blue Devils, during which he averaged 19.2 points, 7.5 rebounds and 4.2 assists, while shooting 48.1% from the field and 38.5% from deep. Prior to being drafted, he had been compared to the likes of Scottie Pippen, Kawhi Leonard, Jayson Tatum and Lamar Odom, among many others. His first opportunity to show he can be a game-changer for Dallas will come in the Summer League. The Mavs are participating in the Las Vegas Summer League, which begins Thursday. In the build-of to the tournament, however, Flagg has been making headlines for a different reason. As the Mavs continue to promote Flagg and the rest of their Summer League team, fans couldn't help but take notice of the change in the youngster's physical appearance, particularly his facial hair. Advertisement Flagg already rocked a goatee during the NBA Draft, and since then, he has grown it a little bit more. Regardless, while some like it, others aren't big fans of it. "goatee flagg," a fan noticed. Another one shared, "That goatee adds so much aura to Cooper Flagg." "Goatee Flagg may be another animal," a third supporter added. A critic remarked, "He's gotta lose the Goatee." A fifth poster echoed a similar sentiment, writing, "Goatee is not it man." "He not cutting that goatee, huh?" a social media user stated. Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg has grown his facial Wachter / Jerome Miron-Imagn Images A couple of other commenters pointed to unkempt hairstyle, with one even offering to give him a cut: "Tell him to come see me for a fresh fade." Advertisement "Give this boy a good haircut," a follower posted. Related: LeBron James' Personal Opinion of Cooper Flagg Made Extremely Clear This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 10, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
8 hours ago
- Sport
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Mavericks Rookie Cooper Flagg Admits Issue With His 31-Point Game
Mavericks Rookie Cooper Flagg Admits Issue With His 31-Point Game originally appeared on Athlon Sports. After a rather underwhelming Summer League debut, Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg bounced back against the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday. Advertisement In the battle of the two Texas teams, Flagg exploded for 31 points on 10-of-21 shooting. The No. 1 overall pick of the 2025 NBA Draft also had four rebounds and an assist, while committing just two turnovers. Flagg outshined 2025 No. 2 overall pick Dylan Harper, who had 16 points for the Spurs. Harper, however, had six rebounds, two assists, two steals and a block. While the Mavs ended up losing 76-69, it was still an overall encouraging showing for Flagg. After all, in his first game against the Los Angeles Lakers, he was 5-of-21 from the field en route to scoring just 10 points. Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg (32) scored 31 points against the San Antonio Spurs in the Summer Ward-Imagn Images After the game, Flagg talked about his play and noticeable improvement, a clear sign that he has gotten more comfortable with the level of play. Nonetheless, he acknowledged that it still wasn't a great performance, pointing out his free throw shooting as a key issue. Advertisement The 18-year-old forward was 8-of-13 from the free throw line, something that Flagg says his mom won't be happy about. "Missed a bunch of free throws, my mom probably isn't very happy with that," Flagg said while talking to the media following the game, per Joey Mistretta of ClutchPoints. There's certainly room for improvement for Cooper Flagg, but there's no denying that he showed against the Spurs the talent and skills that made him the best prospect in the class of 2025. Flagg and the Mavericks return to action on Monday against the Charlotte Hornets. It will be an interesting matchup, as Flagg faces off against his former Duke Blue Devils teammate Kon Knueppel — the No. 4 overall pick in the 2025 draft. Advertisement Related: Cooper Flagg's Physical Appearance is Turning Heads Before Summer League This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 13, 2025, where it first appeared.
