Christian Clark

Mavericks reporter @TheAthletic. Texan. Likes kettlebells and barbecue.

[Mike Vorkunov @MikeVorkunov]

The NBA's expansion process is gaining steam. One bid deadline has passed for Las Vegas and Seattle, sources said, and a second round is coming up next month for Las Vegas bidders. More here @TheAthletic on where expansion stands.

Free for all to read: https://t.co/oWTKuVu0Dj

[The Athletic @TheAthletic]

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones calls his son, Stephen, “my devil’s advocate” and “my barometer.”

His official title: Chief Operating Officer, executive vice president of player personnel and president of AT&T Stadium.

Translation: He’s next.

[Christian Clark @christianpclark]

Our survey for Mavs fans will be open for a few more days. Vote here. https://t.co/ZWTWjtK33r

[Christian Clark @christianpclark]

New: Klay Thompson — a consummate pro in difficult circumstances in Dallas — chose the Mavs over the Lakers. Thompson believed in the fit alongside Luka, and based on my understanding, had concerns about Anthony Davis’ ability to stay healthy. Seven months later, Dončić and Davis were traded for one another. https://t.co/gICsENJKp1

[Christian Clark @christianpclark]

Klay Thompson came to Dallas to compete for a fifth championship. But the situation around him quickly changed when the Mavs made the Luka trade.

Now, Thompson's time in Dallas is over. The 36-year-old made it clear earlier this month that winning is the priority at this stage of his career. https://t.co/vmr9UQKxWv

[Christian Clark @christianpclark]

Masai Ujiri on the Klay Thompson buyout: “Klay is one of the great players and competitors of his generation, and we are grateful for everything he brought to the Mavericks organization. We have tremendous respect for Klay and all that he has accomplished throughout his career, and we wish him nothing but the best moving forward.”

[Christian Clark @christianpclark]

The Mavericks have reached a buyout with Klay Thompson, the team says.

[Jon Krawczynski @JonKrawczynski]

Here is what we know about the transition of power from Marc Lore to Marc Stad:
- Stad’s background
- A-Rod remains in a very prominent role
- Lore focusing on Wonder
(free read)

https://t.co/d3u2smvGUM

[Christian Clark @christianpclark]

Bought it at a $1.5 billion valuation. Selling it at a $4.5 billion valuation.

[The Athletic @TheAthletic]

Marc Lore is selling his controlling interest in the Minnesota Timberwolves and Minnesota Lynx to limited partner and Dragoneer Investment Group founder Marc Stad at a $4.5 billion valuation, sources tell The Athletic.

This facilitates the NBA’s second abrupt ownership shift in a week: https://t.co/6OYhSYOLUR

[Christian Clark @christianpclark]

Mavs fans, take our survey!

Ten questions about the front office overhaul, the coaching change and a refreshed roster.

Free link here: https://t.co/ZWTWjtK33r

[Christian Clark @christianpclark]

Mavs fans, I want to hear from you.

What did you think about all the change this summer and the team's plan to leave the AAC in 2031?

Take our survey. https://t.co/xbTtoBMU5T

[Annie Costabile @AnnieCostabile]

NEWS: Azzi Fudd will undergo an arthroscopic procedure next week to address ongoing right knee soreness, the team announced.

She will miss the remainder of the 2026 season.

[Christian Clark @christianpclark]

Statement from the Mavs and Stars, who have been locked in a legal battle: "The Dallas Mavericks and Dallas Stars have reached an agreement that resolves the outstanding matters between the two organizations. American Airlines Center will continue to serve as the home of both teams at least through the 2030–31 season."

[Christian Clark @christianpclark]

“His heart was bigger than the moon and as soft as marshmallows."

Gregg Popovich, Michael Finley, Steve Nash and Rick Carlisle were among the speakers at Don Nelson's celebration of life ceremony Thursday.

Here were their reflections on Nelson's remarkable life: https://t.co/Po8Udmn9DO

[Christian Clark @christianpclark]

Kyrie Irving's return could come as soon as Oct. 21. The Mavericks' regular-season opener against the Houston Rockets is part of a difficult early stretch. https://t.co/TD1AfLESmF

[Christian Clark @christianpclark]

Here's the Mavs schedule for the 2026-27 season

[Christian Clark @christianpclark]

Dusty May explains why he left Michigan and college basketball, where ‘nothing’s getting fixed’ https://t.co/l16LeO8oMI

[Isaac Harris @IsaacLHarris]

New @LockedOnMavs with @christianpclark of The Athletic

• Cuban vs Dumont Update 👀
• Sergio De Larrea Buzz from Vegas 🔥
• Santi Aldama’s Big Fit 🏀

🎧: https://t.co/KTOmUMTuhI
📺: https://t.co/LXlKqKIqBG

[Dan Woike @DanWoikeSports]

What we know about the Lakers sale, from the elephant in the room to the baseball people headed out of it (FREE) with @sam_amick and @MikeVorkunov https://t.co/SikIZGlatK

[Christian Clark @christianpclark]

This means Luka will have played for five different majority NBA owners once the deal closes. He is entering his ninth season.

[Dan Woike @DanWoikeSports]

The Los Angeles Lakers are being sold to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner for more than $12 billion https://t.co/BQVZLIvG98