The rebuilding process is accelerating for the Utah Jazz heading into their game with the Dallas Mavericks in Salt Lake City on Monday night.

The Dallas Mavericks might have a plan in place to try and lure Luka Doncic back to the franchise once he hits free agency in a few years.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/nba/mavericks/onsi as 5 questions before Dallas Mavericks host Brooklyn Nets. The Dallas Mavericks have their next game against the Brooklyn Nets, a team that could be a trap for Cooper Flagg and his crew.

The Dallas Mavericks found rare success during the 2025-26 NBA season following their matchup against the Brooklyn Nets. The Dallas Mavericks showed some potential of making a comeback this season after a 119-111 win over the Brooklyn Nets.

On December 9, ESPN insider Shams Charania reported that the Dallas Mavericks are open to exploring the trade market for multiple core players. League sources told ESPN that Anthony Davis, Daniel Gafford, Klay Thompson, and D’Angelo Russell are all being discussed internally.

Brandon Williams and Ryan Nembhard — two undrafted players — are stepping up big time for the Dallas Mavericks.

Dallas Mavericks' young center Dereck Lively II is undergoing season-ending surgery on his right foot due to chronic pain. This marks his third procedure in a year, impacting his availability significantly.

The Utah Jazz (8-15) will try to beat the Dallas Mavericks (9-16) at Delta Center on Monday.