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In this episode, we are joined by Joshua Ebrahim, founder of ProFitX.Ai, an AI platform that helps NBA teams and players gain valuable performance insights and negotiate the best contracts for both sides. In this episode we cover ProFitX's partnership with the Mavericks, which spanned the last three seasons. We discuss how the Mavs have found good value in their recent transactions, most notably acquiring PJ Washington, Spencer Dinwiddie, Kyrie Irving, and Klay Thompson. Finally, we touch on the Mavs finding potential gems with Naji Marshall and Quentin Grimes, and what ProFitX projects their value to be.
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In this episode we share our reaction to the press conference held today to introduce new Mavs players Klay Thompson (#31), Naji Marshall (#13), and Quentin Grimes (#5). We talk about our expectations for each player and how today's event was almost a celebration of Mavs culture and what Nico Harrison, Michael Finley, and Jason Kidd have built in Dallas. We talk about why the Mavs should offer Quentin Grimes a contract extension even before he plays a game for the Mavs. Finally, we close with some discussion about the upcoming run at the Las Vegas Summer League for the Mavericks.
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In this episode, we cover recent reporting around Klay Thompson's decision to sign with the Mavericks. We talk about his genuine interest in the Mavs and Dallas, and why Klay being himself will be a great thing for not only the team but the city. We also discuss Luka Dončić and Slovenia's fight to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics. With this comes some pause for Mavs fans, who want to see Luka be represent his country on the world stage, but also want him to rest and recover from his nagging injuries. Finally, we discuss who the Mavs could be looking at signing next to round out their roster, specifically if Dennis Smith Jr., Spencer Dinwiddie, and Markelle Fultz could be options.
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In this episode we cover the breaking news of the Mavericks signing former 4-time champion, 5-time All-Star, and former member of the Golden State Splash Brothers, Klay Thompson. We discuss the significance of this signing, being the biggest free agent signing in the history of the Mavs franchise, and what this represents. We also discuss the fit of Naji Marshall, who the Mavs signed to replace Derrick Jones Jr., and Quentin Grimes, who the Mavs traded Tim Hardaway Jr. to the Detroit Pistons for. It's been a busy offseason for the Mavs, and it's not over yet.
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In this episode we recap the Mavs' NBA Finals loss, falling to the Boston Celtics in five games. We discuss an overall disappointing showing by the Mavericks in the Finals from Luka Dončić and Kyrie Irving all the way down the roster. We talk about what weaknesses were exposed in this series and how the Mavericks can address them to take the next step in their evolution as a true championship contender. Finally, we close with some praise for Dereck Lively and miscellaneous talk about some of the lazy narratives around the Mavericks after this loss.
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In this episode we discuss the Mavs 0-2 deficit to the Boston Celtics in the NBA Finals and what they need to do heading into Games 3 and 4 to make this a more competitive series and avoid being swept. We also discuss the breaking news of Kristaps Porzingis' rare foot injury and what his uncertain status means for Game 3 and potentially the rest of the series.
Special thanks to Tim Cato of The Athletic for joining and speaking in this Spaces.
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In this edition of Mavs Film Room Spaces, we discuss our thoughts on the eve of Game 1 of the NBA Finals featuring the Dallas Mavericks and Boston Celtics. We talk about what the Mavs need to do to upset a historically-great Celtics team.
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In this episode we preview the 2024 NBA FINALS between the Dallas Mavericks and Boston Celtics. We talk about key matchups on both sides, and how the Mavs can reasonably expect to defend the Celtics with their two superstars and cast of shooters. We discuss the status of Boston center Kristaps Porzingis, and how his health will determine a lot of how both teams approach this series. We also discuss ways in which the Mavericks possess advantages in this series, namely in having the best player (Luka Dončić), the better coach (Jason Kidd), and overall being more battle-tested, having beaten three of the top-4 teams in the gauntlet Western Conference to reach the NBA FINALS. Finally, we share our predictions for the series, as to whether the Mavericks will bring championship #2 to Dallas.
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In this episode we react to the Mavs' blowout win over the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals which clinched the series and sent them to their first NBA Finals in 13 years. We reminisce about the journey this team has been on this season and how special of a season it has been. We talk about the redemption stories for Luka Dončić, Kyrie Irving, and Jason Kidd and how that has made this a dream season with the Mavs' 4 wins away from their 2nd NBA Championship. We will preview the NBA Finals matchup between the Mavs and Boston Celtics next week.
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In this episode, we share our final thoughts on the Mavs' 2nd Round series victory against the Oklahoma City Thunder that ended in a wild Game 6 finish to close out the series. We pivot to previewing the upcoming Western Conference Finals series between the Mavs and Minnesota Timberwolves, the Mavs' 2nd WCF in the last three seasons. We discuss the various matchup wrinkles, specifically how the Mavs should approach guarding Anthony Edwards and Karl-Anthony Towns. We also talk about how different this series is from the OKC series, and what in the Mavs' approach will need to change as well as stay the same in the WCF. Finally, we share our predictions for the series which will determine if the Mavs will play in their first NBA Finals since 2011.
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In this episode we recap the first two games of the Mavs' 2nd round series versus the Oklahoma City Thunder, which saw them suffer a blowout loss in Game 1, and then earn a gritty win in Game 2. We discuss the adjustments the Mavs made between the games, and which individual performances have stuck out, namely PJ Washington and Tim Hardaway Jr.'s strong nights in Game 2. We also talk about Luka Dončić continuing to tough it out and deliver for his team, playing with a painfully sprained knee among other injuries. Finally we look ahead to Game 3 and discuss what adjustments both teams may look to make as they try to break the 1-1 series tie.
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In this episode, we discuss the Mavs' weekend in Dallas which saw then win Game 3 in convincing fashion and then lose Game 4, in a very similar fashion as Game 1, where the Clippers raced out to a 30-point lead despite playing without Kawhi Leonard. The Mavs made a furious comeback, but often as it happens with 30-point rallies, the comeback fell just short. We discuss what went wrong in Game 4, and what the Mavs can do in Game 5 to come out looking more prepared. We also talk about what they have done right in this series, and emphasize that they need to translate their 2nd half brilliance to the 1st half of games as well. Finally we discuss our concern level surrounding Luka Doncic's struggles and nagging injuries.
Game 5 is Wednesday May 1 at 9 PM Central Time in Los Angeles.
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In this episode we discuss the Mavs opening games of the playoffs against the LA Clippers in which they lost Game 1 109-97 and won Game 2 96-93. We discuss what went horribly wrong in Game 1, and how the Mavs fixed it in Game 2. We discuss the Mavs' stellar defense in Game 2 against James Harden, Paul George, and Kawhi Leonard who returned for the Clippers. We also talk about PJ Washington's contributions and how the Mavs can break out of their slump heading into Game 3 in Dallas.
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In this episode we preview the upcoming First Round NBA Playoffs series between the Mavs and LA Clippers, the third time in five years the two teams are meeting in Round 1. We discuss why this matchup is so different than the 2020 and 2021 series, namely to the acquisitions of Kyrie Irving, Daniel Gafford, PJ Washington, and Dereck Lively on the Mavs' side and James Harden and Russell Westbrook on the Clippers' side. We discuss X-Factors, key matchups, and things that work in each teams' favor.
We talk about the new identity of the Mavs' and why they're finally suited to get over the hump and defeat this Clippers team that has given them so much trouble over the years. Finally we give our predictions for the series.
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In this episode we discuss the 125-107 blowout win over the Houston Rockets, who came into the game on a NBA-best 11-game win streak. This was the Mavs' 11th win in the last 12 games, which capped an 11-4 month of March for the team. We discuss the two huge wins the Mavs got in Sacramento last week to move out of the play-in and into the top-6 of the Western Conference, and why those games showed the Mavs are one of the most formidable teams in the Western Conference Playoff field. With 8 games to go in the regular season, the Mavs now sit at 5th in the West and now have earned the title of the hottest team in the NBA.
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In this episode we react to the Mavs' STATEMENT win over the Sacramento Kings 132-96, in a game that has propelled the Mavs into sole possession of 6th place in the Western Conference for the time being. We talk about the incredible shooting performance the Mavs' had as a team, converting on 22 of 39 three pointers. We also talk about the dominant defensive play from Daniel Gafford and Dereck Lively, shutting down Domantas Sabonis in the paint. We also discuss the Western Conference standings and the opportunities the Mavs have to move even higher with 10 games remaining in the season.
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In this episode, we discuss the recent happenings around the Mavs, most notably Kyrie Irving's incredible left-handed floater at the buzzer to beat the Denver Nuggets 107-105. We discuss what the Mavs have been doing well since our last episode, which has led the team to win five out of their last six games, a stark difference from when we last recorded. We break down the Mavs' new identity as tough interior team that can score at will in the paint thanks to Luka Dončić Kyrie Irving, Daniel Gafford, and Dereck Lively II. We also talk about concerns we have for the team going into the postseason, namely their poor shooting and Maxi Kleber's role as a key member of the closing lineup. The Mavs have 14 games remaining in the regular season, with still much to be decided in the Western Conference standings.
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In this episode we discuss the recent stretch that has seen the Mavs lose five of their last six games, thanks to the worst defense in the NBA since the trade deadline. The good vibes of the Mavs' 7-game win streak from February are gone, and the team finds themselves in a similar position for the stretch run that they were in during March and April of 2023. We talk about how the abysmal defense and overall recent play from the Mavs indicates deeper issues, largely with head coach Jason Kidd. His inability to make quick adjustments, run more suitable schemes, and overall inability to have the team prepared every night, are all reasons that might warrant his firing unless the Mavs' can turn their season around.
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In this episode we talk about the Mavs' 136-125 win over the Toronto Raptors which saw PJ Washington have his best game as a Maverick with 23 points in addition to another monster triple double by Luka Dončić. We dish on whether PJ Washington is capable of being a true third offensive option for the Mavs. We also discuss some of the defensive issues that have plagued the Mavs these last few games, and talk about how the Mavs can overcome them going forward, namely ways they can keep Dereck Lively and Daniel Gafford on the floor longer. Finally, we talk about how the return of Dante Exum unlocks Kyrie Irving's game even more, and gives the Mavs a much-needed third ball handler.
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In this episode we talk about the Mavs' 123-113 win over the Phoenix Suns out of the All Star Break for their 7th straight win. We discuss the factors that led to this including PJ Washington's defense, Kyrie Irving's sustained All Star play, and Luka Doncic being an MVP-caliber player. We also give our takes on what kind of ceiling the Mavs' newfound depth gives them.
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