NBA Rumors: The Important Piece That Is Not Being Talked About and Could Also Leave the Dallas Mavericks

Víctor LF | Fri, 11/21/2025 - 21:02

D'Angelo Russell, from the Dallas Mavericks

The Dallas Mavericks have had a tough start to the 2025-26 season and are going through a particularly delicate moment. In response, the franchise has made surprising decisions, including moving D’Angelo Russell and Klay Thompson to bench roles.

Recently, the Mavericks dismissed general manager Nico Harrison after a disappointing start to the season. The team is taking decisive measures to turn things around as internal concerns grow. In this context, reports have emerged indicating that D’Angelo Russell is causing frustration within the locker room.

“He signed with the Mavericks in the offseason and has already rubbed several teammates the wrong way due to his attitude in practice and lack of defensive effort,” reported Ashish Mathur in Dallas Hoops Journal. Russell is currently averaging 12.6 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 5 assists per game this season with Dallas.

Mavericks Exploring the Market: Russell on the Way Out

The guard signed a two-year, $13 million contract with the Mavericks this summer. He has played in 16 games with the team, but trade rumors are already circulating strongly throughout the NBA. According to Dallas Hoops Journal, the franchise might be willing to move the former All-Star. An NBA executive told the outlet that he expects the Mavericks to trade Anthony Davis, Klay Thompson, D’Angelo Russell, and Daniel Gafford, indicating a significant restructuring within the organization.

In their last game at the American Airlines Center, the Mavericks faced the New York Knicks. Russell played 25 minutes and recorded 23 points, 7 assists, and 5 rebounds. Also standing out was Naji Marshall, with 23 points, 1 assist, and 5 rebounds in 34 minutes. Despite their efforts, Dallas fell again, this time 111-113, in another disappointing night for the team. The Mavericks currently hold the 13th spot in the Western Conference, with a record of 4 wins and 12 losses. Their next game will once again be at home against the New Orleans Pelicans.