Dallas Mavericks 2024–2025 NBA Season Summary

The Dallas Mavericks’ 2024–2025 NBA season was marked by major roster changes, a midseason blockbuster trade, and a turbulent path that ultimately left them just outside the Western Conference playoff picture. The team finished with a 39–43 record, placing 10th in the Western Conference under head coach Jason Kidd.

Key Roster Moves

The defining moment of the Mavericks’ season was the stunning February trade that sent franchise cornerstone Luka Dončić to the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for All-NBA forward-center Anthony Davis. This move dramatically reshaped Dallas’ roster and playoff ambitions. The Mavericks also featured high-profile players such as Kyrie Irving, Klay Thompson, and P.J. Washington, building a new core around Davis and Irving for the second half of the season.

Team Leaders and Standouts

• Luka Dončić (before the trade): Averaged 28.1 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 7.8 assists in 22 games for Dallas.

• Anthony Davis (after the trade): Averaged 20.0 points, 10.1 rebounds, and 4.4 assists in 9 games for Dallas post-trade, also earning a Western All-Star Coaches Selection.

• Kyrie Irving: Played 50 games, averaging 24.7 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 4.6 assists, and was named a Western All-Star Replacement.

• Klay Thompson: Contributed 14.0 points per game across 72 appearances.

• Dereck Lively II: Participated in the Rising Stars Challenge, showing promise as a young center.

Season Performance and Results

The Mavericks’ season was inconsistent, with notable highs and lows:

• They had some strong wins, such as a 124–102 victory over the Raptors on April 12, 2025.

• However, they also suffered heavy defeats, including a 132–97 loss to the Grizzlies on April 13, 2025, and a 120–106 loss to the Grizzlies on April 19, 2025, which ended their postseason hopes.

• The team struggled to find cohesion after the midseason roster overhaul, particularly with integrating Anthony Davis and adjusting to the absence of Dončić.

Awards and Honors

• Luka Dončić was named Player of the Week (December 9, 2024).

• Anthony Davis and Kyrie Irving both received All-Star nods.

• Dereck Lively II was recognized as a Rising Stars Challenge participant.

Season Narrative

The Mavericks entered the season aiming to build on their previous NBA Finals appearance, but roster instability and the blockbuster trade for Anthony Davis disrupted their continuity. While the new-look Mavericks showed flashes of potential, especially on defense, they were unable to sustain a playoff-caliber run in the competitive Western Conference. The team’s 39–43 finish reflected the challenges of integrating new stars and adjusting to a dramatically altered lineup.

Looking Ahead

With Anthony Davis, Kyrie Irving, and Klay Thompson under contract, Dallas heads into the offseason with a talented but unproven core. The front office will need to address depth and chemistry issues to return to championship contention in 2025–2026.

Summary Table: Key Mavericks 2024–25 Stats