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On YouTubeLively felt disrespected — then knocked down five key free throws 
When the Oklahoma City Thunder were in the middle of intentionally fouling him in the tensed fourth quarter during Saturday’s playoff game at American Airlines Center, Dallas Mavericks backup center Dereck Lively II had one definitive thought that came across his mind when he was pressed to convert some crucial free throws.
Dereck Lively II News / Bleacher Report / 56 minutes ago
Dallas Mavericks News / Action Network / May 7
NBA player props for Tue. 5/7, including Jarrett Allen, Jaylen Brown, Dereck Lively II
Alex Hinton of the Action Network shares his top three NBA player props for Tuesday, May 7, featuring bets for Jarrett Allen, Jaylen Brown and Dereck Lively II.
NBA News / Mavs Moneyball / May 7
Dereck Lively II is the key to beating the Oklahoma City Thunder
The rookie big man faces his toughest task yet with Maxi Kleber out for the series When Maxi Kleber came crashing down to the floor on Friday night, you could feel the collective panic set in throughout the DFW area.
Dallas Mavericks News / FanNation NBA Draft / May 3
Dereck Lively II Hitting Heavy in Second Unit, Mavericks Eyeing Advancement
Dereck Lively II has been a hustler and all-around impactful player on both ends for the Dallas Mavericks this season, stepping into his rookie year as a player who can add so much value to a team with star power.
Dallas Mavericks' Dereck Lively II Anchoring Improved Defense Against Clippers
The Dallas Mavericks lead the LA Clippers 3-2 through Game 5 of the first-round series. The NBA playoffs have mostly offered lopsided series results in the Western Conference, but the Mavericks' series doesn't fit the bill.
Dallas Mavericks News / FanNation NBA Draft / April 28
Dereck Lively II Makes Huge Impact In Dallas Mavericks Series Lead
The center position has been one of turmoil for the Luka Doncic-led Dallas Mavericks. Last off-season, they attempted to end this uncertainty by taking a potential franchise center with the 12th overall pick.
Dallas Mavericks News / ClutchPoints / April 22
Dereck Lively II addresses Mavericks return after mother’s passing
Dereck Lively II played in his first career playoff game on Sunday, which was just over a week after his mother, Kathy Drysdale, passed away following a battle with cancer.
Dallas Mavericks News / ClutchPoints / April 18
Mavericks’ Jason Kidd provides latest Dereck Lively II update before Clippers series
DALLAS — Dereck Lively II missed time towards the end of the 2023-24 regular season due to a knee injury. However, he is dealing with much more serious circumstances outside of basketball.
NBA News / Cavaliers Nation / April 13
Emoni Bates lovingly joins NBA world in comforting Dereck Lively II after his mother’s death
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Emoni Bates joined several NBA players in showing love to Dallas Mavericks big man Dereck Lively II and comforting him after he shared that his mother passed away.
Dallas Mavericks News / 5 GOATs / April 13
Former Duke star Dereck Lively II’s mother, Kathy Drysdale, dies after cancer battle
Former Duke star Dereck Lively II announced his mother, Kathy Drysdale, passed away Friday. She was 53. Drysdale – a former Penn State women’s basketball star – was diagnosed with cancer in 2013 and battled the disease for 11 years.
Dallas Mavericks News / ClutchPoints / April 10
Mavericks’ Dereck Lively II gets major injury update
Dereck Lively II won’t have much time to ramp up for his first foray under the postseason microscope after all. The Dallas Mavericks rookie center will
Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs.com / April 4
Lively out two weeks with sprained right knee
The Dallas Mavericks are hoping backup center Dereck Lively II will be back on the court in time before the playoffs start, but will likely be out at least two weeks, according to coach Jason Kidd.
Dallas Mavericks News / CBSSports.com / April 3
Dereck Lively II injury: Jason Kidd says Mavs center could miss rest of regular season with knee sprain
The rookie will have an official diagnosis after he is examined in Dallas, according to GM Nico Harrison
Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Wire / April 2
Mavericks’ Dereck Lively II Could Miss 2 Weeks
Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd told NBA reporters that Dereck Lively II could miss two weeks. Lively II is dealing with a right knee injury. Lively II is averaging 8.8 points, 6.9 rebounds, 1.1 assists, 0.7 steals and 1.4 blocks on the season while shooting 74.7% from the field and 50.6% from the free-throw line.
Dallas Mavericks News / FanNation Dallas Basketball / March 20
Dereck Lively II Once Again Proves He Can Go Toe-to-Toe with Wemby
The Dallas Mavericks completed a regular-season sweep of the San Antonio Spurs for just the second time in franchise history with a 113-107 win on Tuesday night.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 19
Three NBA rookies who could shape stretch run of season
As the NBA season approaches its home stretch, multiple rookies will play major roles in determining how the season shakes out.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / February 17
Mavericks rookie defends Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving following Grant Williams' criticism
Dallas Mavericks rookie Dereck Lively II questioned the logic of former teammate Grant Williams, who took a couple of jabs at stars Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving on his way out the door to Charlotte.
Dallas Mavericks News / FanNation Dallas Basketball / February 16
Mavs' Dereck Lively II Shines in Rising Stars Challenge, Helps Win Championship
Dallas Mavericks rookie Dereck Lively II is set to represent the organization as one of the rookies in the Rising Stars Challenge at NBA All-Star Weekend in Indianapolis.
Dallas Mavericks News / Fadeaway World / February 13
Dereck Lively II Lives With His Mom While Playing In The NBA: 'I'm Getting Home-Cooked Meals And She's Doing My Laundry'
You don't often hear about NBA players living with their parents, but Dallas Mavericks rookie Dereck Lively II does still live with his mother, Kathy Drysdale.
Dallas Mavericks News / FanNation Dallas Basketball / January 16
Dereck Lively II Brings Mavs Major Boost During Return from Injury vs. Pelicans
DALLAS — Dereck Lively II returned to the Dallas Mavericks lineup on Monday after a five-game absence caused by a left ankle sprain. He provided six rebounds, 12 rebounds, and one assist in 26 minutes, helping the Mavs to achieve a 125-120 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans.
Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / October 26
Luka Doncic dropped a hilarious vulgar one-liner on rookie teammate’s debut
You can add Luka Doncic to the list of people who are fans of Dallas Mavericks rookie Dereck Lively II.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 10
Five NBA rookies who will contribute immediately
Every season, a few rookies figure out the NBA game quicker than their counterparts. Here are five players who fit that category this season.
Dallas Mavericks News / Last Word On Sports / July 27
Dereck Lively II was the wrong choice for the Dallas Mavericks
Lively is an NBA talent, but with the way the Mavericks are built around Doncic, it looks to be a recipe for disaster.
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