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2015-16 Dalllas Mavericks Schedule Released


DALLAS – The Dallas Mavericks announced their 2015-16 schedule today, tipping off their 36th season on a three-game road trip starting with Phoenix on Wednesday, Oct. 28 and followed by the L.A. Clippers (Oct. 29) and the L.A. Lakers (Nov. 1).  

The Mavericks begin their 15th season at the American Airlines Center on Tuesday, Nov. 3 against the Toronto Raptors at 7:30 pm

The Mavericks national TV schedule includes one game on TNT, six on ESPN and nine on NBATV.

TNT features Dallas early in the season as the Mavericks travel to face the L.A. Clippers on Oct. 29.  The six games ESPN carries include vs. L.A. Clippers (Nov. 11), vs. Atlanta (Dec. 9), at Golden State (Jan. 27), vs. San Antonio (Feb. 5), at Portland (Mar. 23) and vs. Houston (Apr. 6).
                                                                                                                                                   
Dallas also has nine televised games on NBATV.  They are vs. Denver (Nov. 28), at Portland (Dec. 1), at New York (Dec. 7), vs. Phoenix (Dec. 14), at Toronto (Dec. 22), at Los Angeles Lakers (Jan. 26), vs. Minnesota (Feb. 28), vs. Memphis (Apr. 8) and at L.A. Clippers (Apr. 10).

The remaining portion of the Mavericks’ local television schedule for games on Fox Sports Southwest will be released at a later date.  All games can be heard on ESPN 103.3 FM and on KZMP 1540 AM ESPN Deportes.

January could be the Mavericks’ most challenging month as they play a season-high 18 games, including five back-to-backs and one beginning on Jan. 31 and ending Feb. 1.  That month features 10 road games and eight home games.  Some of those games include at Miami (Jan. 1), at New Orleans (Jan. 6), vs. Cleveland (Jan. 12), at Chicago (Jan. 15), at San Antonio (Jan. 17), vs. Oklahoma City (Jan. 22) and at Houston (Jan. 24). November is the team’s second busiest month as they play 16 games.

The longest homestand of the season is six games beginning on Sunday, Feb. 21 and concluding Thurs. March 3.  Some notable games during that stretch include Oklahoma City (Feb. 24), Denver (Feb. 26) and Sacramento (Mar. 3).

The Mavericks have 17 back-to-backs this season, 14 of which come prior to the All-Star Break.  In total, eight back-to-backs are on the road, five begin at home and conclude on the road and four are road-to-home. 

The reigning World Champion Golden State Warriors make two appearances at American Airlines Center this season on Dec. 30 and Mar. 18.

Mavs individual tickets will go on sale at 6 pm CT today and can be purchased through mavs.com. Full Season, half season and 10-Game Mini Plans are available.  In addition, 3-Game Rivalry Packs will be on sale, which feature the hottest matchups at the best price. Quantities are limited, so order today!



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2015-16 SCHEDULE

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DATE OPPONENT TIME TV
OCTOBER
Wed. Oct. 28 @ Phoenix 9:00
Thurs. Oct. 29 @ L.A. Clippers 9:30 TNT

NOVEMBER
Sun. Nov. 1 @ L.A. Lakers 8:30
Tues. Nov. 3 Toronto 7:30
Thurs. Nov. 5 Charlotte 7:30
Sat. Nov. 7 New Orleans 7:30
Tues. Nov. 10 @ New Orleans 7:00
Wed. Nov. 11 L.A. Clippers 7:00 ESPN
Fri. Nov. 13 L.A. Lakers 7:30
Sat. Nov. 14 @ Houston 7:00
Mon. Nov. 16 @ Philadelphia 6:00
Wed. Nov. 18 @ Boston 6:30
Fri. Nov. 20 Utah 7:30
Sun. Nov. 22 @ Oklahoma City 6:00            
Tues. Nov. 24 @ Memphis 7:00
Wed. Nov. 25 @ San Antonio 7:30
Sat. Nov. 28 Denver 7:30 NBATV
Mon. Nov. 30 @ Sacramento 9:00

DECEMBER

Tues. Dec. 1 @ Portland 9:00 NBATV
Fri. Dec. 4 Houston 7:30
Sun. Dec. 6 @ Washington 5:00
Mon. Dec. 7 @ New York 6:30 NBATV
Wed. Dec. 9 Atlanta 8:30 ESPN
Sat. Dec. 12 Washington 7:30
Mon. Dec. 14 Phoenix 7:30 NBATV
Wed. Dec. 16 @ Indiana 6:00
Fri. Dec. 18 Memphis 7:30
Tues. Dec. 22 @ Toronto 6:30 NBATV
Wed. Dec. 23 @ Brooklyn 6:30
Sat. Dec. 26 Chicago 7:30
Mon. Dec. 28 Milwaukee 7:30
Wed. Dec. 30 Golden State 7:30

JANUARY

Fri. Jan. 1 @ Miami 6:30
Sat. Jan. 2 New Orleans 7:30
Tues. Jan. 5 Sacramento 7:30
Wed. Jan. 6 @ New Orleans 7:00
Fri. Jan. 8 @ Milwaukee 7:00
Sun. Jan. 10 @ Minnesota 2:30
Tues. Jan. 12 Cleveland 7:30
Wed. Jan. 13 @ Oklahoma City 7:00
Fri. Jan.15 @ Chicago 7:00
Sun. Jan. 17 @ San Antonio 6:00
Mon. Jan. 18 Boston 7:30
Wed. Jan. 20 Minnesota 7:30
Fri. Jan. 22 Oklahoma City 7:30
Sun. Jan. 24 @ Houston 2:30
Tues. Jan. 26 @ L.A. Lakers 9:30 NBATV
Wed. Jan. 27 @ Golden State 9:30 ESPN
Fri. Jan. 29 Brooklyn 7:30
Sun. Jan. 31 Phoenix 6:00

DATE OPPONENT TIME TV

FEBRUARY

Mon. Feb. 1 @ Atlanta 7:00
Wed. Feb. 3 Miami 7:30
Fri. Feb. 5 San Antonio 8:30 ESPN
Sat. Feb. 6 @ Memphis 7:00
Tues. Feb. 9 Utah 7:30
All Star Weekend
Toronto, Canada
Feb. 12-14
Fri. Feb. 19 @ Orlando 6:00
Sun. Feb. 21 Philadelphia 6:00
Wed. Feb. 24 Oklahoma City 7:30
Fri. Feb. 26 Denver 7:30
Sun. Feb. 28 Minnesota 6:00 NBATV

MARCH
Tues. Mar. 1 Orlando 7:30
Thurs. Mar. 3 Sacramento 7:30
Sun. Mar. 6 @ Denver 4:00
Mon. Mar. 7 L.A. Clippers 7:30
Wed. Mar. 9 Detroit 7:30
Sat. Mar. 12 Indiana 1:00
Mon. Mar. 14 @ Charlotte 6:00
Wed. Mar. 16 @ Cleveland 6:00
Fri. Mar. 18 Golden State 7:30
Sun. Mar. 20 Portland 3:00
Wed. Mar. 23 @ Portland 9:30 ESPN
Fri. Mar. 25 @ Golden State 9:30
Sun. Mar. 27 @ Sacramento 5:00
Mon. Mar. 28 @ Denver 8:00
Wed. Mar. 30 New York 7:30

APRIL
Fri. Apr. 1 @ Detroit 6:30
Sun. Apr. 3 @ Minnesota 2:30
Wed. Apr. 6 Houston 8:30 ESPN
Fri. Apr. 8 Memphis 7:30 NBATV
Sun. Apr. 10 @ L.A. Clippers 2:30 NBATV
Mon. Apr. 11 @ Utah 8:00
Wed. Apr. 13 San Antonio 7:00

All Times Dallas Time (CT)

2015 NFL Fantasy Player Rankings by Position

Aaron Rodgers gets a top ranking among all offensive players.

The fantasy football season is quickly approaching. Many are getting ready to find out their draft position and formulate their strategy for success. We may not be able to guarantee you the #1 pick, but we can give you the player rankings for the upcoming season by position.

QB


  1. Aaron Rodgers 
  2. Andrew Luck
  3. Peyton Manning
  4. Tom Brady
  5. Ben Roethlisberger
  6. Russell Wilson
  7. Matt Ryan
  8. Tony Romo
  9. Cam Newton
  10. Drew Brees
  11. Matthew Stafford
  12. Ryan Tannehill
  13. Philip Rivers
  14. Eli Manning
  15. Carson Palmer
  16. Joe Flacco
  17. Teddy Bridgewater
  18. Sam Bradford
  19. Andy Dalton
  20. Colin Kaepernick
  21. Jay Cutler
  22. Derek Carr
  23. Nick Foles
  24. Alex Smith
  25. Robert Griffin III

RB


  1. Adrian Peterson
  2. Le'Veon Bell
  3. Jamaal Charles
  4. Eddie Lacy
  5. Marshawn Lynch
  6. Matt Forte
  7. Jeremy Hill
  8. C.J. Anderson
  9. LeSean McCoy
  10. DeMarco Murray
  11. Justin Forsett
  12. Mark Ingram
  13. Alfred Morris
  14. Frank Gore
  15. Lamar Miller
  16. Carlos Hyde
  17. Andre Ellington
  18. Melvin Gordon
  19. Joseph Randle
  20. Latavius Murray
  21. Joique Bell
  22. Todd Gurley
  23. Jonathan Stewart
  24. Giovani Bernard
  25. T. J. Yeldon

WR


  1. Dez Bryant
  2. Calvin Johnson
  3. Antonio Brown
  4. Demaryius Thomas
  5. Jordy Nelson
  6. Julio Jones
  7. Odell Beckham
  8. Alshon Jeffrey
  9. A.J. Green
  10. Randall Cobb
  11. Mike Evans
  12. T.Y. Hilton
  13. DeAndre Hopkins
  14. Jordan Matthews
  15. Emmanuel Sanders
  16. Kelvin Benjamin
  17. Amari Cooper
  18. Brandin Cooks
  19. DeSean Jackson
  20. Andre Johnson
  21. Julian Edelman
  22. Jarvis Landry
  23. Jeremy Maclin
  24. Keenan Allen
  25. Sammy Watkins

TE


  1. Rob Gronkowski
  2. Jimmy Graham
  3. Greg Olsen
  4. Travis Kelce
  5. Julius Thomas
  6. Martellus Bennett
  7. Delanie Walker
  8. Jordan Cameron
  9. Jason Witten
  10. Vernon Davis
  11. Coby Fleener
  12. Owen Daniels
  13. Zach Ertz
  14. Dwayne Allen
  15. Austin Seferian-Jenkins
  16. Antonio Gates
  17. Charles Clay
  18. Kyle Rudolph
  19. Heath Miller
  20. Tyler Eifert
  21. Ladarius Green
  22. Josh Hill
  23. Richard Rogers
  24. Larry Donnell
  25. Maxx Williams

K


  1. Dan Bailey
  2. Cody Parkey
  3. Stephen Gostowski
  4. Adam Vinatieri
  5. Mason Crosby
  6. Steven Hauschka
  7. Connor Barth
  8. Matt Bryant
  9. Justin Tucker
  10. Caleb Sturgis
  11. Nick Novak
  12. Matt Prater
  13. Randy Bullock
  14. Chandler Cantazaro
  15. Nick Folk
  16. Josh Brown
  17. Graham Geno
  18. Blair Walsh
  19. Dan Carpenter
  20. Mike Nugent
  21. Phil Dawson
  22. Sebastian Janikowski
  23. Greg Zeurlein
  24. Robbie Gould
  25. Cairo Santos

DEF


  1. Seattle Seahawks
  2. Houston Texans
  3. Buffalo Bills
  4. St. Louis Rams
  5. Arizona Cardinals
  6. Baltimore Ravens
  7. Green Bay Packers
  8. Denver Broncos
  9. New York Jets
  10. Cincinnati Bengals
  11. Miami Dolphins
  12. Kansas City Chiefs
  13. New England Patriots
  14. Dallas Cowboys
  15. Carolina Panthers
  16. Philadelphia Eagles
  17. Minnesota Vikings
  18. Cleveland Browns
  19. Indianapolis Colts
  20. San Francisco 49ers
  21. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
  22. Jacksonville Jaguars
  23. New York Giants
  24. Pittsburgh Steelers
  25. San Diego Chargers

Top 10 Offense (Point Projection according to NFL.com)

  1. Aaron Rodgers (363.84)
  2. Andrew Luck (351.04)
  3. Russell Wilson (335.18)
  4. Ben Roethlisberger (300.66)
  5. Peyton Manning (296.12)
  6. Drew Brees (291.36)
  7. Cam Newton (288.90)
  8. Matt Ryan (286.38)
  9. Tony Romo (280.36)
  10. Philip Rivers (274.94)

Top 10 Best Defensive Matchups (Points Against Average Projection according to NFL.com)

  1. Washington Redskins (20.53)
  2. Chicago Bears (19.04)
  3. Philadelphia Eagles (18.98)
  4. New Orleans Saints (18.48)
  5. New York Jets (18.04)
  6. Pittsburgh Steelers (17.82)
  7. New York Giants (17.61)
  8. Oakland Raiders (17.11)
  9. Denver Broncos (17.04)
  10. Atlanta Falcons (16.81)

Texas Rangers Lose Series to Seattle Mariners

Texas Rangers pitcher Colby Lewis gives up 5 hits in 4-2 loss to Seattle
Mariners. Rangers holding on to hopes of making the postseason.

The Texas Rangers have wrapped their series in Seattle against the Mariners. The Rangers fell short in the series and are now headed to Minnesota for a three-game series against the Twins. Despite not being able to win the series, the Rangers had the blessing of bringing back Mike Napoli in a trade with the Boston Red Sox. Mike Napoli signed with the Red Sox back in 2013 after spending the 2011 and 2012 seasons with the Texas Rangers.

Patrick Sharp to Dallas Stars

Last night Jim Nill and the Dallas Stars made their third blockbuster trade in as many years.The Stars acquired Patrick Sharp and young defensemen Stephen Johns from the Chicago Blackhawks for Trevor Daley and Ryan Garbutt.

Big 12 Football Preview, Rankings, Predictions

Can Trevon Boykin lead the TCU Horned Frogs to a national championship?

Will a Big 12 team get a shot at a national championship this year? Will any team have a shot to go undefeated?

Preseason: Top DFW High School Football Rankings - 5A and 6A

DeSoto Eagels look to finally get over the hump. Photo credit: DHS

With HS Football right around the corner, we start our weekly rankings series in both 6A and 5A.

Dez Bryant: King of Dallas

A 5-year, $71 million dollar deal would be life changing for anyone. For Dez Bryant, the money means even more.

by Rodney Fisher

Welcome Home

Deron Williams returns to Dallas. What should we expect? Photo credit: Mavs.com

After a nightmarish start to NBA free agency this summer, the Dallas Mavericks have finally landed an All-Star player in Deron Williams. How big of an impact will the local kid make in his hometown?

by Rodney Fisher

Interview w/ QB Aidan Belew



Belew future star QB in the coming years.


Here is my exclusive interview with future star in QB Aidan Belew.

By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)

NFL/Tottenham Hotspur Agree to 10 Year Deal

Future home for Tottenham Hotspur. Photo credit: UK

The NFL's push to bring American football to another level in international stature took a very big step today.

By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)

Bryant, Lakers Courting DeAndre Jordan to Join Team

Will Jordan stay in LA? Photo Credit: Troy Taormina/ USA Today Sports


Free agent DeAndre Jordan has come onto the Laker's radar in a major way.

By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)

Diddy's Company Issues Statement On His Behalf

 
Diddy has landed himself in hot water. Photo Credit: AP

 
The bizarre tail of P. Diddy's assult on UCLA coach and interns took another turn today

By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)

Padres Dismiss Bud Black as Manager

Black out in SD after 9 seasons. Photo Credit: Kirby Lee/USA Today Sports


San Diego has made a change in midst of a disappointing season so far.

By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)

Chargers to Retire Tomlinson's Number

 
Tomlinson will enter SD Hall of Fame Photo Credit: Robert Hanashiro/USA Today Sports


The Chargers will be giving one of their former greats a special honor.

By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)

Patriots Cut Linebacker Brandon Spikes

 
Spikes out in NE. Photo Credit: Kevin Hoffman/USA Today Sports  


Brandon Spike's second stint with the Pats has quickly come to an abrupt end.

By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)

Miami Heat Thinking Big Plans in 2016

Riley planning new super team in '16. Photo Credit: Steve Mitchell/USA Today Sports

The Heat are reportedly preparing to make  a big splash come the 2016 free agent class.

By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)

Looking For Sports Podcasts


We are re-launching RFSN on June 1st with more sports podcasts and live programming. Thanks to our partnership with TuneIn Radio we have been able to grow to over 200,000 listeners. Our goal is deliver the best sports programming in the world and we want you to be a big part of it.

Le'Von Bell Has Learned Lessons From His Suspension

 
Bell looks to move past his suspension. Photo credit :Jason Getz/USA Today Sports


The star running back for the Steelers has grown in knowledge & self responsibility from this suspension.

By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)

Calipari Denies Interest in Pelicans Job

Coach Cal staying at UK. Photo Credit: Mark Zerof/USA Today Sports

John Calipari squashed any doubts about whether he was thinking about going back to the NBA.

By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)

Bulls/Tom Thibodeau Marriage All But Over


Thibodeau likely  done as Bulls HC. Photo Credit: Steve Mitchell/USA Today Sports



Tom Thibodeau and the Bulls front office relationship has become so strained , a breakup is upcoming. 

By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)

Be Careful What You Wish For

Tom Brady and Robert Kraft may want to rethink their strategy. Photo credit: NY Post

Is going to court to prove the NFL and Roger Goodell wrong really the best strategy for the Patriots, Robert Kraft, and Tom Brady?

by +Rodney Fisher

Pelicans Dismiss Monty Williams

Williams done in New Orleans. Photo Credit: Kyle Terada/USA Today Sports


New Orleans announced  the firing of head Coach Monty Williams after five seasons.

By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)

Could Buzzer-Beater Lead To Series Loss?

LeBron James steals Game 4 in Chicago to even series 2-2. Photo credit: SI

By now, if you don't live under a rock, you know that LeBron James tied the Cavs-Bulls series 2-2l with a buzzer-beater shot at the end of regulation. Sure it was a magnificent performance by one of the great players of our time, but will this cost the Cavs the series?
Let me explain..


The Late Shift Podcast: New England Cheaters?

What should happen to Tom Brady?

Join us for the #1 late night sports talk show on the planet! Hosted by "The King of Late Night Sports Talk" Rodney Fisher and Royce Fisher. Tonight we talk the Wells Report on Deflate-gate and Tom Brady. What should the punishment be, if anything? How do we now view the New England Patriots after being caught a third time? Is Bill Belechik and Robert Craft liable at all?

Plus:
  • NBA Playoffs
  • LeBron James: Headband or No-Headband?
  • Dallas Cowboys Draft and Off-season
  • Mayweather vs Pacquaio aftermath
Plus your calls and comments LIVE!

Egypt's Next Great Basketball Player: Karim Sameh


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Next great Egyptian player


As the level of Egyptian basketball continues to rise, so do its talent and skills of its young basketball players. Karim Sameh is the latest player to show a lot of promise and potential in terms of making it in the United States as basketball. 

By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)

The Late Shift Podcast: Live From Game 5

James Harden celebrates first round victory over a
depleted Dallas Mavericks team. But a win is a win.

Tonight's episode of The Late Shift we are Live From Game 5 in Houston, Texas for Rockets vs Mavericks. Join us for all your NBA postgame talk plus:
  • NFL Draft
  • Mayweather vs Pacquiao
  • Josh Hamilton
  • MLB
  • Kevin Love
  • NBA Playoffs
  • Your phone calls

Join us live tonight for the #1 late night sports talk show on the world wide web

Is A Game With No Fans Really A Game?

Camden Yards in Baltimore will be empty for the Orioles vs White Sox game.

Due to the demonstrations in Baltimore, the Orioles vs Chicago White Sox game will be played without access to the public. For the first time in the over 100 year history of the America's past time, the game will be played with no fans. Why play the game at all?

by Rodney Fisher

Josh Hamilton Traded to Texas


Hamilton will never wear Angel red again. Photo Credit: USA Today Sports
  
Hamilton's day's with the Angels are officially over.


By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)

Why the Eagles/Tebow Experiment is Bound to Flop


Can Tim Tebow make it with the Eagles? Photo credit: USA Today Sports


The Eagles have brought on board Tim Tebow to see what he could add to their team.

By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)

Duke Secures Five Star PG Derryck Thornton

 
Derryck Thornton now a Blue Devil. Photo credit: Reebok Classic



The Blue Devils got a commitment to a position in which they were desperate to fill.

By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)

Tim Tebow Signs with the Eagles



Tebow gets another chance in the NFL. Photo credit: AP


Eagles sign Tim Tebow and have been looking to trade Matt Barkley.

By: Niqko Marshall (@NDMHoops) 

NBA Playoffs: Best Plays of Opening Weekend

Kyrie Irving gets his first NBA Playoff win over Boston Celtics.

The NBA put together the best plays from the opening weekend of the playoffs with their patented Phantom Vision.

FC Dallas Get Redemption With Win Over Toronto FC 3-2


FC Dallas defeat Toronto FC 3-2

As the National anthem was sung players, fans, and staff alike let it be known their here to see our boys leave the pitch with a victory. With all the distractions of outside issues weighing on the mind of the fans and a thunderstorm with Toyota Stadium in its sights. FC Dallas was not detoured, with their captain and defensive spear head Matt Hedges back in the line up they looked egar to prove themselves after the blowout lose to the Rapids. The teams hunger and aggressive offensive approach made sure that Toronto FC felt the teams presences early in the Match.

by Yul Harris

Dallas Mavericks Recap 50 Win Season and Talk Matchup with Houston Rockets

Dallas Mavericks cap a 50 win season. 

The Dallas Mavericks wrap up a 50 win season with a victory over the Portland Trailblazers. Our partners D210TV were on hand to recap the game and get the player's opinion on facing the Houston Rockets in the first round.

The Late Shift Podcast: 2015 NBA Playoffs Preview - First Round

2015 NBA Playoffs Preview for Round 1

It's NBA Playoff Time! Join Rodney Fisher and Royce Fisher as they break down the entire first round of the NBA Playoffs. We look at each matchup and give our picks and predictions. Plus find out out MVP votes.