Believe it or not, the 2024-25 NBA season is just over two months away, and fans are eagerly counting down the days until their favorite teams return to the court. Dallas Mavericks fans are especially excited after the team made significant moves this offseason, including acquiring future Hall of Famer Klay Thompson.
With offseason news being scarce, the NBA recently released its full schedule, which included leaks of the Christmas Day games and the new NBA Cup schedule.
Now that the full schedule is out, every team knows who they’ll face in their season opener. The Dallas Mavericks will kick off their season at home against the San Antonio Spurs, a matchup that fans are eagerly anticipating for the second year in a row.
Mavericks-Spurs Rivalry Set to Reignite with Season Opener
In recent years, the rivalry between the Mavericks and Spurs has lost some of its intensity, with both teams going through rebuilding phases and not being on the same competitive timeline since the early 2010s.
However, fans of both teams have reason to be excited as the rivalry could be reignited, thanks in part to the NBA’s recent emphasis on rivalries. The league has been promoting rivalries through initiatives like Rivalry Week, held at the end of January, and by scheduling key matchups on opening night, including the Mavericks and Spurs.
Last season, Dallas opened in San Antonio and got their first glimpse of phenom Victor Wembanyama. The game was an instant classic, with the Mavericks pulling away in the fourth quarter to secure a 1-0 lead in the regular-season series against their in-state rival.
This year promises to be just as exciting, as both teams have made significant “win-now” moves. Dallas added sharpshooter Klay Thompson, while San Antonio paired Wembanyama with legendary point guard Chris Paul.
Both teams have much to prove on opening night, and the anticipation is high for both squads to make serious noise this season. While Dallas may be better positioned for a championship run, San Antonio is on the verge of making their first playoff appearance since the 2018-19 season and could soon be hot on Dallas’ heels.
For more updates on the Dallas Mavericks, stay tuned as we’ll keep you covered.
