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Mavericks lose Flagg to injury, and ruin Haliburton's home return with 121-105 win over Pacers

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Marot, M. (2026, October 24). Mavericks lose Flagg to injury, and ruin Haliburton's home return with 121-105 win over Pacers. Toronto Star. https://www.thestar.com/sports/basketball/mavericks-lose-flagg-to-injury-and-ruin-haliburton-s-home-return-with-121-105-win-over-pacers/article_d5e19025-a196-52c4-9df6-f7d341bb1a09.html

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Kyrie Irving led the Dallas Mavericks with 24 points as they defeated the Indiana Pacers 121-105 despite losing Cooper Flagg to a left shoulder injury in the second half. Flagg, last season’s NBA Rookie of the Year, scored 15 points before exiting after being fouled by Aaron Nesmith during what appeared to be a breakaway dunk. The Mavericks’ strong first-half performances included a 22-6 run in the first quarter and another 10-0 spurt that followed Nesmith's flagrant foul on Flagg, setting up their victory under new coach Dusty May’s leadership.

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On October 24, 2026, Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg was ruled out for the rest of his team's game against the Indiana Pacers due to a left shoulder sprain. The injury occurred during a hard foul by Pacers' swingman Aaron Nesmith in the second quarter when Flagg appeared headed for a breakaway dunk. Following the foul, a brief shoving match ensued between players from both teams. Flagg finished with 15 points before leaving the game and did not return for the second half. The Mavericks won the game 121-105 despite Flagg's absence. He will be reevaluated next week as the injury disrupts his strong start to his second NBA season.

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Pacers, Mavericks get into heated scuffle as Cooper Flagg injures shoulder after flagrant foul same event · 100%

New York Post · 0.90 cosine similarity

⚖️ leaning not scored 🔴 9% hedged 1 of 11 📰 publisher trust 66

“Both articles describe the same basketball game involving the Dallas Mavericks and Indiana Pacers, focusing on Cooper Flagg's injury due to a flagrant foul by Aaron Nesmith and the resulting incident.”

Mavericks lose Cooper Flagg with shoulder injury following hard foul in 1st half against Pacers same event · 100%

Toronto Star · 0.86 cosine similarity

⚖️ leaning not scored 🔴 0% hedged 0 of 4 📰 publisher trust 64

“Both articles describe Cooper Flagg being injured by a hard foul and exiting the game due to a left shoulder injury in the first half of the same NBA game against the Indiana Pacers.”

Mavericks star Cooper Flagg exits game after hard foul sparks shoving match vs Pacers same event · 95%

Fox News

⚖️ leaning not scored 🔴 29% hedged 4 of 14 📰 publisher trust 67

“Both articles describe Cooper Flagg exiting a game against the Indiana Pacers due to an injury sustained from a hard foul, leading to a shoving match.”

Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton moved to tears after long-awaited return from Achilles injury different event · 90%

Fox News

⚖️ leaning not scored 🔴 11% hedged 2 of 19 📰 publisher trust 67

“The articles describe different games involving Tyrese Haliburton's return; Article A is about his first game back against the New Orleans Pelicans, while Article B mentions a later game against the Dallas Mavericks.”

Cooper Flagg sidelined with left shoulder sprain after controversial foul different event · 85%

New York Post

⚖️ leaning not scored 🔴 6% hedged 1 of 16 📰 publisher trust 66

“While both articles discuss Cooper Flagg's injury during the game against the Pacers, Article A focuses on the entire game and its outcome, while Article B is specifically about Flagg being ruled out for the next game due to his injury.”

Tyrese Haliburton fights back tears in emotional Pacers return after Achilles tear different event · 80%

New York Post

⚖️ leaning not scored 🔴 10% hedged 1 of 10 📰 publisher trust 66

“The articles describe different games; Article A is about Haliburton's return against the Pelicans in New Orleans, while Article B mentions a game between the Mavericks and Pacers with Flagg getting injured.”

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Michael Marot

23 article(s) here · 1 carrying a prediction

🔮 Flagg, last season’s NBA Rookie of the Year, did not play in the second half after he injured his left shoulder when he was fouled by Aaron Nesmith on what looked like it would be a breakaway dunk.

2026-10-24 · assertive framing · Mavericks lose Flagg to injury, and ruin Haliburton's home return with 121-105 win over Pacers

🔮 And while their stoic coach doesn’t get enamored with numbers, he understands it will be challenging for players to turn the page on last weekend’s 19-15 loss to then-No. 4 Ohio State.

2026-10-21 · assertive framing · No. 6 Hoosiers try to for rare rebound at Michigan after turning the page on 22-game winning streak

🔮 But if this season continues to unravel, he could be the next one out.

2026-10-20 · assertive framing · Colts face an uphill battle to save their season as problems mount and Chris Ballard is fired

🔮 After forcing a punt on Indy’s next possession, James Williams Sr. broke free and blocked Rigoberto Sanchez’s punt.

2026-10-18 · assertive framing · Titans use special teams plays and defense to rally past Colts 26-20 for 1st win of the season

🔮 He spent his first 9 1/2 NBA seasons playing in Los Angeles — for either the Lakers or Clippers — and emerged as a defensive stalwart who was willing to mix it up around the rim while setting hard screens.

2026-10-13 · assertive framing · Ivica Zubac spent the summer trying to make himself a perfect fit in the Pacers fast-paced offense

🔮 “The AFC North still is known to be physical, so we knew coming in they were going to get the ball out to their guys and see if you’d be willing to tackle them, if you want to tackle them.”

2026-10-12 · assertive framing · Defensive critiques continue after Colts have yet another frustrating loss in Pittsburgh

🔮 Only New England’s Drake Maye (nine) has more turnovers among QBs this season.

2026-10-06 · assertive framing · Colts, Jones must clean up their turnover problem if they want to end 5-year playoff drought

🔮 “Right now, if Leonard wouldn’t be able to go, it would be Jayden Sanders and DJ McKinney at cornerback,” Freeman said.

2026-10-05 · assertive framing · No. 3 Notre Dame lists Moore, Viliamu-Asa as questionable but bloodied Knapp is a no-doubter to play

🔮 The decisive Game 3 will be played Thursday in Las Vegas, just like last season’s WNBA semifinals.

2026-09-30 · assertive framing · Aces star A'ja Wilson calls the words and actions of a Fever fan in Game 2 of series 'unacceptable'

🔮 “Oh, before you ask the question, I’m healthy, I’m 100%, there will be no restrictions,” Haliburton blurted out as he started his media day interview session.

2026-09-28 · assertive framing · Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton is eager to return from Achilles tendon injury, says no limitations

Also by Michael Marot

No. 6 Hoosiers try to for rare rebound at Michigan after turning the page on 22-game winning streak

2026-10-21 · Toronto Star

Colts face an uphill battle to save their season as problems mount and Chris Ballard is fired

2026-10-20 · Toronto Star

Titans use special teams plays and defense to rally past Colts 26-20 for 1st win of the season

2026-10-18 · Toronto Star

Ivica Zubac spent the summer trying to make himself a perfect fit in the Pacers fast-paced offense

2026-10-13 · Toronto Star

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Kyrie Irving scored 24 points and the Dallas Mavericks overcame the loss of Cooper Flagg to spoil Tyrese Haliburton ‘s home return for the Indiana Pacers in a 121-105 victory Friday night. asserted

Mavericks → score → victory

Flagg, last season’s NBA Rookie of the Year, did not play in the second half after he injured his left shoulder when he was fouled by Aaron Nesmith on what looked like it would be a breakaway dunk. asserted

it → play → Nesmith

Nesmith was called for a flagrant foul, and a double technical was assessed after a brief shoving match ensued. asserted

match → call → foul

Flagg finished with 15 points, five rebounds and six assists. asserted

Flagg → finish → points

Haliburton played in his first home game since the 2025 NBA Finals. asserted

Haliburton → play → Finals

Irving made 5 of 10 from 3-point range. asserted

Irving → make → range

P.J. Washington had 20 points and 13 rebounds for the Mavericks in their first win under new coach Dusty May, who grew up in Indiana. uncertain

who → have → Indiana

While Haliburton received a rousing ovation during player introductions, Indiana’s play soon turned those cheers into boos. asserted

play → receive → boos

Dallas went on a 22-6 run in the first quarter to open up a 42-23 lead then scored 15 straight points in the second quarter to make it 61-31. asserted

it → go → quarter

The Mavs added another 10-0 run later in the second before Nesmith’s hard foul. asserted

Mavs → add → foul

Mavericks lose Flagg to injury, and ruin Haliburton's home return with 121-105 win over Pacers

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