DERECK LIVELY II NEWS

Questionable to play Lively has an illness and is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Raptors, according to Mavericks reporter Grant Afseth.

Impact Lively was not present at the morning shootaround, and it sounds like he could become a game-time call. Maxi Kleber (toe) is also questionable, so we could potentially see a lot of Dwight Powell on Wednesday evening.

NOVEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dominant in win Lively supplied 15 points (7-9 FG, 1-2 FT), 14 rebounds, one assist and one block across 32 minutes during Sunday's 124-118 victory over the Hornets.

Impact Lively supplemented Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving combining for 41 points, 15 rebounds and 19 assists, as the big man showed off excellent chemistry with both. Lively protected the rim and sacrificed his body on defense as well, marking a legitimate two-way sparkpug for Dallas.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mavs Rookie Dereck Lively II Dominates in Comeback Win: 'Man, I Love Dallas!' In just his sixth NBA game, rookie big man Dereck Lively II put himself in the Dallas Mavericks’ history books after posting a massive doubl...

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Mavs Trades: 3 Deals to Bolster Center Depth Behind Dereck Lively II The Dallas Mavericks have found their starting center in 19-year-old rookie Dereck Lively II, but the team could still use some upgraded big...

NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Mavs' Dereck Lively II Speaks on Adjusting to NBA, Playing with Luka Doncic & Kyrie Irving Mavs rookie Dereck Lively II is already showing why he was a lottery pick in the 2023 NBA Draft through his impact in two games. Here’s how...

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Duke One-And-Done Dereck Lively II Earns First NBA Start Many folks figured 2022-23 Duke basketball big man Dereck Lively II, who impressed the Dallas Mavericks staff throughout training camp and t...

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Mavs' Dereck Lively II Makes First NBA Start; Limited Due to 'Small Ball' Mavs rookie Dereck Lively II was deployed as the starting center in the team’s victory over the Nets, but he didn’t log any minutes after ha...

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Moves into first unit Lively will move into the starting lineup Friday against the Nets, according to Dallas reporter Grant Afseth.

Impact It was a huge surprise to see Maxi Kleber starting over Lively on Opening Night, but Lively was far more effective than the veteran. After securing a double-double in his NBA debut, Lively's fantasy trajectory is pointing straight up.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mavs vs. Nets Preview: Will Dereck Lively II Dominate Again? With Nic Claxton out for the Brooklyn Nets, Dallas Mavericks rookie big man Dereck Lively II could be in for yet another big performance.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Duke's Dereck Lively II Makes History in First NBA Game Only one player in history has ever recorded at least 15 points and 10 rebounds while shooting better than 85 percent from the field in an N...

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Dereck Lively II outplays Victor Wembanyama and gives Mavericks a lot to think about Dallas wasn't sure the 19-year-old rookie would be ready to start. But after a breakout first performance, Dereck Lively II just might be.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Impresses off bench in opener Lively ended with 16 points (7-8 FG, 2-3 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal over 31 minutes during Wednesday's 126-119 win over San Antonio.

Impact Head coach Jason Kidd had stated that Lively could open the season as a starter, and while he came off the bench in this one, he still posted impressive numbers and above-average instincts for a player making his NBA debut. Lively can be an asset in most fantasy formats if he receives enough minutes, but as of now, his bench role limits his upside a bit.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mavs' Dereck Lively II Outshines Victor Wembanyama in 'More Than Expected' Rookie Debut No. 1 overall pick Victor Wembanyama got all the hype heading into Wednesday’s season opener between the San Antonio Spurs and Dallas Maveri...

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Coming off bench in opener Lively isn't in the starting five for Wednesday's season opener against the Spurs.

Impact Lively had started for Dallas in the preseason and was projected to be the team's starting center, but Maxi Kleber will start over him Wednesday. Lively will likely still see an extended run off the bench and could earn his way into the starting unit with solid play to start the season.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mavs Dereck Lively II 'Building Confidence' Ahead of Victor Wembanyama Matchup After a 14-point performance against the Detroit Pistons in the Dallas Mavs’ final game of the 2023 NBA preseason, Dereck Lively II spoke on...

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Inside Mavs' Development of Dereck Lively II as Defensive Anchor The Mavs remain focused on the ongoing development of rookie Dereck Lively II to become the team’s next defensive anchor. Here’s how the pro...

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Inside Mavs' Growing On-Court Connection Between Kyrie Irving, Dereck Lively II Mavs rookie Dereck Lively II continues to impress before the regular season. He is already showing a strong connection with Kyrie Irving in...

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Nearly perfect from field Lively accounted for 14 points (6-7 FG, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, two assists and a block across 24 minutes in Friday's 114-104 preseason win over the Pistons.

Impact Lively was a lottery pick in the 2023 NBA Draft but has impressed the coaching staff enough to lock up a starting role for Opening Night. His preseason numbers aren't eye-popping by any means, and he's expected to hold a secondary role on offense at the beginning of the regular season, but he made his presence felt here while showing his two-way potential.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mavs Not Ready to Reveal Starting Center; Dereck Lively Practices With Bench? The Mavs have started rookie center Dereck Lively II in each of the team’s three preseason games but aren’t ready to reveal their plans for...

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Mavs Not Ready to Reveal Starting Center; Dereck Lively Practices With Bench? The Mavs have started rookie center Dereck Lively II in each of the team’s three preseason games but aren’t ready to reveal their plans for...

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Mavs Film Study: How Ready is Dereck Lively II as Defensive Anchor? Mavs rookie Dereck Lively II continues to hold the team’s trust entering the rookie season. Watch a deep-dive analysis of his defensive impa...

OCTOBER 16, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Karl-Anthony Towns Speaks on Mavs' Dereck Lively II: 'Dallas Has a Good One' After their two matchups in Abu Dhabi, Dallas Mavs rookie Dereck Lively II received high praise from Minnesota Timberwolves star Karl-Anthon...

OCTOBER 9, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Luka Doncic, Rudy Gobert Praise Dereck Lively II, O-Max Prosper NBA Preseason Debuts Mavs rookies Dereck Lively II and Olivier-Maxence Prosper made their NBA preseason debut against the Timberwolves. They shared their thought...

OCTOBER 6, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Getting start for preseason opener Head coach Jason Kidd said over the weekend that he plans to start Lively at center in Thursday's preseason opener versus the Timberwolves in Abu Dhabi, Grant Afseth of SI.com repo...

Impact Kidd didn't commit to Lively or Olivier-Maxence Prosper maintaining spots in the starting five heading into the regular season, but both rookie first-round selections will get the chance to stake claims to spots on the top unit. If Lively is able to established himself as Dallas' top center, he likely wouldn't be in store for much usage while sharing the floor with Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving, but the 19-year-old could profile as an effective rim runner who converts the post touches he does receive at an elite rate. The 7-foot-1 Lively was also one of the NCAA's premier shot blockers during his lone season at Duke, swatting away 2.4 shots in just 20.6 minutes per appearance.

OCTOBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

How Dereck Lively II Has Shown 'It Factor' Amid Mavs Starting Center Competition Mavs rookie Dereck Lively II has commanded a significant buzz amid his development, placing him at the forefront of the starting center comp...

OCTOBER 5, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM