A weekly podcast for fans of the Dallas Mavericks and the NBA. We talk all things Mavs. We're the podcast by fans and for fans. We don't work for the team and we're not a huge media company, so we can speak our minds and we sympathize with you. Follow the show on Twitter @DallasHoopsCast and on Ins…
What a crazy game! We break down the Mavs' win, their crucial 3rd quarter run, and what this means for the series.
The Mavs lost Game 3, which sucks. We talked about some adjustments the Clippers made that helped them win this game. We also talked about what went wrong for the Mavericks and what they need to do in Game 4. (Fair warning: If you’re a Kristaps Porzingis fan, it’s probably best to not listen to this episode. It’s not all Kristaps hate, but I do think that was a key to the loss.)
It's been a while! But how can you not talk about the Mavs right now? We took a break from the pod, but we're back to share our totally biased fan reactions to what the Mavericks are doing to the Clippers right now. We talked about Luka being all kinds of a jerk to the Clippers while putting on a show for the fans. He is KILLING them. We also talked about comments from the Clippers, Clippers fans, and head coach Ty Lue. They are some arrogant dudes over there. We also got into how important Kristaps is in this series, Tim Hardaway Jr's hot shooting. We just addressed everything that everyone has been saying and broke it all down to explain what's going on and what's going to happen in Game 3. Thanks for listening!
We talked about the Mavericks' loss to the Spurs, why they didn't double-team DeMar DeRozan, if they could have gotten a better shot to end the game, and whether or not Kristaps deserves more trust. He's asked for more shots, specifically in the fourth quarter, but has he earned that right? We break down the numbers to see if Kristaps shows up when his team needs him the most.
Yeah, that game pretty much sucked. We talked about why. We also announced the winners of our Homage.com t-shirt giveaway! Listen to see if you won.
The Dallas Mavericks gutted out a tough win against the Knicks. A lot of things went wrong, but a lot of things went right. We talked about Josh Richardson and Jalen Brunson's key role in the win plus Kristaps' utter trash of a game. Does he only show up in meaningless games? It's a theory we discuss. We then pose the question of whether or not the Mavericks are only one piece away from contending. I know that sounds crazy, but hear us out... Enter to win a free Luka Doncic t-shirt: dallashoopscast.com/homage --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dallashoopsfancast/support
Luka was ballin' tonight. We talk about this big game and some weird things with Kristaps, as usual. We also talk about the JJ Redick quotes about he didn't want to be traded to Dallas. Should we be worried? We then looked to the upcoming back-to-back and try to guess which one the Mavs' will rest Luka and Kristaps on, plus why we dislike that plan so much. Lots to cover, and a rant. Thanks for listening! Enter to win a free Luka Doncic t-shirt >> dallashoopscast.com/homage --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dallashoopsfancast/support
Sydney talked to Pelicans Mason Ginsberg and got the scoop on what JJ Redick is like at this point in his career and if Mavs fans should be worried about his age and his heel injury. We also talked about some ways Nicolo Melli might surprise Mavs fans. It's a good interview all around with some interesting nuggets. Enter to win a free Luka Doncic t-shirt >> dallashoopscast.com/homage --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dallashoopsfancast/support
We talk about the loss and then, you know, vent a little. (Ok, a lot.) Enter to win a free Luka shirt >> dallashoopscast.com/homage --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dallashoopsfancast/support
We talked about how boring this game was but also fun because Kristaps was good even though his play style is kind of boring. We also talked about the trade deadline and our usual tinfoil hat theories about everything. Enter to win one of three Luka Doncic t-shirts >> dallashoopscast.com/homage Get 20% off your order at homage.com with code DALLASHOOPS20 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dallashoopsfancast/support
Luka put on a show AGAIN tonight and, well, so did Kristaps. We talked about Luka Doncic being stupid good, Kristaps Porzingis having a "moment", and what all of this means for the Mavericks. Listen to the entire episode because I announced a giveaway! Giveaway details and how to enter: dallashoopscast.com/homage --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dallashoopsfancast/support
We talk about all the great things we've seen from the Dallas Mavericks in the last 10 games. What has gone right? Will it last? Timestamps below. (1:34) The last 10 games have been immaculate (2:32) Improved defense and winning tough games (6:05) Using Kristaps the right way (16:26) What is Kristaps’ ceiling? (23:19) Better ball movement (28:50) Josh Richardson’s hot stretch (31:07) Tim Hardaway Jr. doing the little things (31:53) Can these good trends last? (35:35) Who should be part of the team’s long-term future? (39:35) Weekly game predictions ---- Follow Sydney on Twitter: @_sydneymyers Follow the show on Twitter: @dallashoopscast Read exclusive Mavericks content: dallashoopscast.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dallashoopsfancast/support
We answered your questions from Twitter. We talked about everything from trade ideas to Kristaps' role to the KP rumors, KP and Luka's friendship to our thoughts on Richardson and city jerseys. Thank you to everyone who submitted a question. This was a lot of fun. Follow Sydney on Twitter: @_sydneymyers Follow the show on Twitter: @dallashoopscast Read exclusive Mavericks content: dallashoopscast.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dallashoopsfancast/support
We discuss all the signs that point to the Dallas Mavericks trading Kristaps Porzingis and then talk about whether or not they should trade him and what they can get for him. If they do trade him, we talk about some options from the Hawks and Celtics. We then talk about if the Mavs should go after Andre Drummond and DeMarcus Cousins. We finish up with live reactions to the All-Star reserves. Follow Sydney on Twitter: @_sydneymyers Follow the show on Twitter: @dallashoopscast Read exclusive Mavericks content: dallashoopscast.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dallashoopsfancast/support
Dr. Raj from 3CB Performance joins the show to talk about Kristaps Porzingis' knee injuries and how it's affecting him on offense and defense. I know no one wants to hear about KP's injuries anymore, but Dr. Raj explains some really important details about these injuries that reflect issues we're seeing on the court. We also talk about when we can expect KP to actually be himself again. In this episode, we talk about the Mavericks' improved offense, some adjustments Rick Carlisle has made, and the first results for NBA All-Star voting. Follow Sydney on Twitter: @_sydneymyers Follow the show on Twitter: @dallashoopscast Follow Dr. Raj on Twitter: @3cbPerformance Read exclusive Mavericks content: dallashoopscast.com
We had a pretty deep and lengthy conversation about Kristaps Porzingis and what's going on with him. We talk about the issues, the defense, the offense, possible solutions, his long-term outlook, and whether or not the Mavericks should trade him. We cover pretty much everything with each of us taking opposite sides of the debate. We also grade the Dallas Mavericks through their first 20 games of the season and play games of Buy or Sell, Real or Fake League Leaders, and Something, Nothing, or Everything. Timestamps below. (3:11) Buy or Sell Predictions (3PT shooting, defense, effort and the losing streak) (12:28) Real or Fake League Leaders (22:33) The Definitive Kristaps Porzingis Discussion (44:38) Something, Nothing, or Everything (52:42) Game Predictions Follow Sydney on Twitter: @_sydneymyers Follow the show on Twitter: @dallashoopscast Read exclusive Mavericks content: dallashoopscast.com
We talk about the Mavericks' improved defense, Luka Doncic's case for MVP, the Mavs' tough schedule in January, Kristaps Porzingis' struggles since returning from injury, and our game predictions for this week. I also interview Evan Zaucha from Premium Hoops on why Luka Doncic has such a high basketball IQ. (2:49) The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly The Good - The Mavericks’ defense and resilience, Luka’s defense, Luka breakin’ records (9:28) The Bad & The Ugly - Players out, Tough schedule, Kristaps' struggles (22:53) Can Luka win MVP this year? (27:50) Interview with Evan Zaucha on why Luka Doncic has such a high basketball IQ (50:22) Weekly Game Predictions Read exclusive Mavs content: www.dallashoopscast.com Follow Sydney on Twitter: @_sydneymyers Follow the show on Twitter: @dallashoopscast Follow Evan on Twitter: @EZ_hoops
Sydney had on Noah from thenbaunderground.com to do a deep dive into how Luka scores so efficiently. This one is pretty in-depth, so get your thinking caps on. We talked about - Two techniques Luka Doncic uses to score - How he uses his weight and his ankles (yeah, we talked about his ankles) - How Luka can improve his 3PT% - Why duos are better than trios (you probably didn’t think of this reason) Read Noah's article on Luka Doncic's scoring: https://thenbaunderground.com/player-breakdowns/lukas-scoring Follow Noah on Twitter: https://twitter.com/theNBAundrgrnd Follow Sydney on Twitter: https://twitter.com/_sydneymyers Read more exclusive Mavs content: https://www.dallashoopscast.com
We talk about the Mavericks' new starting lineup and why it works so well. We go through the entire week and discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly. Luka has returned to MVP form and the Mavs' defense is now 5th in the league! It's not all great though. COVID has hit the Mavericks pretty hard these last couple of days, and it's about to get ugly. Can they win without all these players? We then read and respond to some listener comments, play a game of Tired or Wired, and share our predictions for the coming week of games. Timestamps below! Topics (3:05) The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly The Good New Starting Lineup Willie Cauley-Stein Has Been...Good? Better Defense Luka's Return to MVP Form The Bad Struggles to Hit Open Shots Officiating Luka’s Complaining The Ugly COVID Positive Players (23:44) Responding Listener Comments (35:39) Tired or Wired (39:42) Player A vs. Player B (46:10) Weekly Game Predictions Follow Sydney on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/_sydneymyers Follow the show on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/dallashoopscast Read exclusive Mavs content: https://www.dallashoopscast.com
We discuss the Mavericks' loss to the Chicago Bulls on Sunday. Sure, the Mavs were without Kristaps and Luka, but there are some trends that developing that are worth talking about. We then talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly from a week of games against the Hornets, Heat, and Bulls. We also talk about some early season trends and decide if we should buy into them or sell them. Share your thoughts in the comments section of the YouTube video or on Twitter! Topics (2:07) Bulls Game Recap (14:39) The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly (28:27) Buy or Sell: Early Trends (38:01) Real or Fake: League Leaders (51:55) Game Predictions www.dallashoopscast.com Twitter: @_sydneymyers @dallashoopscast
How in the world did the Mavericks beat the Clippers by 50 points? And is there anything in this game they can replicate? We discuss the Mavs win, plus other positives from this game. We also talk about what being without Kristaps has revealed about this team and what they can do to fix those problems. Topics The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly (1:06) The Good: The Clippers Game. Just all of it. (13:19) What from the game can they replicate? (15:14) The Bad: Struggles Versus Size (23:20) The Ugly: The Mavs’ Lack of Effort and Focus (29:34) What Has Being Without Kristaps Revealed About this Team? (38:04) Blurred Lines Follow us on Twitter: @_sydneymyers and @dallashoopscast www.dallashoopscast.com
We play a game of Something, Nothing, or Everything and determine if trends we saw in the Preseason will continue in the regular season. We then spend some time talking about what *kind* of player should start next to Kristaps, which current Maverick fits that description, and which NBA player best fits next to KP. We finish up by talking about Josh Richardson's contract extension and our predictions for the Mavs' first three games. Topics: (2:32) Something, Nothing, or Everything Josh Richardson' shooting percentage Dorian Finney-Smith' shooting percentage Mavs struggled against size Maxi led the Mavs in +/- Mavs were 21st in defensive rating Luka’s FT, 3PT, and complaining (18:19) Who should start next to Kristaps? (40:11) Josh Richardson does not sign contract extension (43:19) Predictions for first 3 games More exclusive Mavs content: www.dallashoopscast.com
We recap five of the most important quotes from the Dallas Mavericks' Media Day interviews. Rick Carlisle had some interesting things to say about the team's defense, Kristaps Porzingis, and Josh Richardson. We then share our season predictions and what we think would have to happen for the Mavs to be a top 4 seed in the West. Timestamps below!
Sydney talks to Sixers reporter Jason Blevins from thepaintedlines.com about Josh Richardson. How will he help the Mavericks on offense and defense? What are his strengths and weaknesses and what is his ideal role? Jason shares some insight on what exactly we can expect from Richardson. We then share our thoughts on what the Mavs will get out of new additions Josh Richardson and James Johnson. Eventually it all crumbles in to a rant, as it usually does. Enjoy! Timestamps below. (1:24) Interview with Jason Blevins on Josh Richardson (18:18) How Josh Richardson will help the Mavs’ offense and defense (26:46) How do we feel about the offseason? (37:45) Projected starting lineup Read Exclusive Mavs Coverage at dallashoopscast.com Follow Jason on Twitter @JBlevinsNBA
Stop the Zach Lavine slander, folks! We talk about why Zach Lavine would be great for the Mavs and why he's not a perfect player. Who do we prefer between Lavine, Jrue Holiday, Victor Oladipo, Tobias Harris, and Spencer Dinwiddie? Listen to find out. We also get into draft talk, look back at some really bad draft decisions by the Mavericks, and play a game of Guess the Mavs By His Scouting Report. (1:29) Trade Predictions (2:15) Which player do you want the most? (2:22) Jrue Holiday (5:25) Zach Lavine (8:38) STOP THE ZACH LAVINE SLANDER (13:14) Who do you think the Mavs will actually get? (17:00) Will the Mavs be more aggressive this off-season? (19:18) Stop worry about how old a player is (20:32) Spencer Dinwiddie (22:00) Paul Millsap Jersey Leak? (23:00) Should the Mavs want Danillo Gallinari? (26:58) Looking back at Mavericks bad draft decisions (29:24) Guess the Player by his Draft Scouting Report (42:15) Why the Draft Is So Hard Listen to new episodes at dallashoopscast.com. A sub and review is always appreciated!
We looked at all 320 free agents and picked the top targets the Dallas Mavericks should go after. We also address the slander Dirk Nowitzki has been getting on Twitter lately. Check the timestamps for topics and player segments. Topics (1:10) Clearing up the Dirk slander (13:50) How much cap space do the Mavs have? (14:24) Will Tim Hardaway Jr. opt in? If he does, should the Mavs trade him? (19:30) DeMar DeRozan (25:12) Montrezl Harrell (27:56) Fred VanVleet (30:58) Gordon Hayward (34:17) Serge Ibaka (37:23) Davis Bertans (37:46) Bogdan Bogdanovic (39:32) Joe Harris (46:13) Jerami Grant (48:08) Paul Millsap (48:22) Jae Crowder (50:57) Avery Bradley (51:06) Derrick Jones Jr.
We talk about Doc Rivers getting fired and what led to it. We also talk about what players might be available now that their teams have been eliminated from the Playoffs. Are teams looking to shake things up? We talk about whether or not we want Montrezl Harrell, Chris Paul, Victor Oladipo, Myles Turner, and others. Episode Topics 1:22 Doc Rivers fired 7:00 Could a healthy Mavericks team have beat the Clippers? 11:30 Players On the Move 11:30 Montrezl Harrell 14:02 Gordon Hayward 15:11 Chris Paul 17:25 Victor Olapido 27:59 Myles Turner 34:16 Serge Ibaka 25:30 Why Kristaps should play PF not C 34:54 When will Luka win MVP? 37:27 Mavericks Walk of Fame Game Listen to new episodes and read exclusive Mavs content at dallashoopscast.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dallashoopsfancast/message
Before the season started, we predicted 5 things that had to happen for the Dallas Mavericks to make the Playoffs. The Mavs made the Playoffs. Did our list of 5 things happen? (1:55) We also talked about predictions we made about Luka, Kristaps, and Rick Carlisle. (18:25) We also play a game of Would You Rather? (23:13) and talk about the odds of Giannis Antetokounmpo coming to Dallas (24:40). www.dallashoopscast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dallashoopsfancast/message
- Luka's game winner (duh) - Paul George took shots at the Mavs? - Shaq's comments about Luka - Are the Mavs winning or are the Clippers losing? - Playoff P ... lol - Thoughts on Maxi, Dorian, and Trey Burke - Mavs' toughness --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dallashoopsfancast/message
Are we crazy for thinking that this is sustainable? Or are the Clippers just not even trying? We talk about the Mavs' defense, their incredible offense, and what they would need to do to win this series. www.dallashoopscast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dallashoopsfancast/message
This was a heartbreaking loss, simply because of how it happened. Kristaps Porzingis got ejected on a bogus call and the Mavs just couldn’t close out the game. Tim Hardaway Jr and Seth Curry made terrible decisions down the stretch of the game. We talk about the two turning points, Luka’s historic night, and whether or not the Mavericks can sustain this level of play throughout this series. www.dallashoopscast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dallashoopsfancast/message
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Like the current Dallas Mavericks, the Golden State Warriors were once a young team with two stars. They played terrible defense and couldn’t close out games. Eventually, they grew into champions and an NBA dynasty. I interview Jarrod Castillo, who covers the Warriors, to see what kind of growth Mavs fans can expect as this team grows into a contender. Follow Jarrod on Twitter @CastleofJays and read his work at sportsnaut.com. Read exclusive Mavs content and listen to new episodes at dallashoopscast.com 4:05 How did you know Steph was a special player? 6:35 How did Steph grow into an MVP? 11:25 How did Steph and Klay grow as a duo? 13:27 Dealing with front office decisions...that eventually worked out 17:38 How the Warriors become the best defensive team in the league 21:30 How the Warriors became a clutch team 26:21 What changed in Steph's MVP season? 29:25 The biggest difference between the young Warriors and the Championship Warriors --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dallashoopsfancast/message
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Mavs are back. We're back. I feel better about this week already. We talk about how the Dallas Mavericks look in their first two scrimmage games. Have things changed? Are they the same? Which team would we rather face in the Playoffs? What does the Mavericks' future look like with Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis? And then some ramblings about Michael Jordan, LeBron James, and Steve Kerr, for some reason. Check out dallashoopscast.com for more Mavs coverage! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dallashoopsfancast/message
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Lauren Gunn joins the show to talk about the Mavericks failed protest and reasons the NBA gave for denying their request. Spoiler alert: We're still confused. We also talk about whether or not the Mavs are getting better in the clutch, Maxi's defense on Zion Williamson, and the best Playoff matchup for the Mavs. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dallashoopsfancast/message
The Mavericks had a tough loss against the Miami Heat on Friday. We talk about what went wrong in the 4th quarter, why the Heat's zone defense bothered the Mavericks so much, whether or not Curry should come off the bench, and how much Luka's thumb is bothering him. We finish up talking about Playoff seeding and if the Mavs even care about that. Listen to new episodes and read exclusive articles at dallashoopscast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dallashoopsfancast/message
The Mavericks got a clutch win! We recap the Mavs’ win over the Spurs and talk about their amazing ball movement and clutch execution. (1:10) We dig into the team’s protest of the controversial end to the Atlanta Hawks game and play Good Call, Bad Call. (21:03) We answer some listener questions from Twitter (37:45) and then play Real or Fake: League Leaders Edition. (58:01) Listen to new episodes and read exclusive Mavs content at dallashoopscast.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dallashoopsfancast/message
The Dallas Mavericks won a road game against the Orlando Magic. It was their first game after the All-Star break, but they looked focused. Both Kristaps Porzingis and Luka Doncic led the charge. We also got our first look at Michael Kidd-Gilchrist. It was brief, so there are still questions about how he’ll be used. We discuss the game and MKG’s debut, and then play a game of Buy or Sell. www.dallashoopscast.com Michael Kidd-Gilchrist’s Future On the Dallas Mavericks: Can He Be Their Draymond Green? https://www.dallashoopscast.com/blog/can-michael-kidd-gilchrist-be-dallas-mavericks-draymond-green/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dallashoopsfancast/message
The Mavericks have surprised a lot of people this season and it’s not over yet. We talk about some questions that will need to be answered after the All-Star break. How far can this team really go? How does Michael Kidd-Gilchrist fit in? And will Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis figure out how to play together? We also talk about the most important games after the break. They have a pretty easy schedule, but there are still some games that will test the Mavericks. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dallashoopsfancast/message
The Dallas Mavericks got a solid win in their last game before the NBA All-Star break. We break down the win and talk about what we saw from Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis. Is this the blueprint for how the duo can dominate? We also talk about the Mavericks’ newest player, Michael Kidd-Gilchrist, and how he fits on the Mavericks. How big of a problem is his shooting? Before the All-Star break, we take a look at the team’s record and see how it compares to previous seasons. www.dallashoopscast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dallashoopsfancast/message
The Mavs lost to the Jazz on Monday night. Their defense has been terrible. Their effort and focus is inconsistent. They need Luka back. But, hey, they might get Michael Kidd-Gilchrist! www.dallashoopscast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dallashoopsfancast/message
Mavs-Pacers Recap. Are the Mavs better without Luka? Figuring out Porzingis without Luka. A look at the Mavs' upcoming schedule. I want Luka in the dunk contest. www.dallashoopscast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dallashoopsfancast/message
Our recap of the Mavs-Hawks game. www.dallashoopscast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dallashoopsfancast/message
It was a tough loss. We talk about all the mistakes that a young team makes, why it's so frustrating to watch, and what needs to change. www.dallashoopscast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dallashoopsfancast/message
We covered a lot in this one. Will Willie Cauley-Stein start for the Mavericks? What does he bring to the team? Why the Mavericks should play Kristaps Porzingis at Center and how this helps their offense and defense. The Mavericks have a problem winning ugly and what they can do about it. Will Delon Wright get traded. And LUKA IS AN ALL-STARRER!!! Plus other ramblings about why Dwyane Wade is overrated and why Luka will go down as the greatest player of all time. www.dallashoopscast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dallashoopsfancast/message
We recap the Mavericks loss to the Clippers, share our thoughts on the Dwight Powell injury and how the Mavericks handled the Clippers' physical defense. We also talk about Mark Cuban's thoughts on drafting Luka and a turning point in Luka's career. We finish up by talking about Kristaps' recent injury and what fans should expect from him as the season goes on. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dallashoopsfancast/message
Should we be worried about Kristaps? After missing 7 games, is there something actually wrong with his knee? (1:44) We discuss that and then move on to trade rumors (9:55), including Andre Iguodala, Robert Covington, and Jae Crowder, and look at listener trade ideas (35:10). We finish up by comparing Luka to another dominant point guard from the past and see how physical defense isn't anything new for a player of his caliber (49:30). www.dallashoopscast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dallashoopsfancast/message
We’re seeing the same physical defense but no fouls for the Dallas Mavericks. How bad is it getting and why is it happening? We talk about how Luka is combatting it and if it will ever stop. We get into the Mavs’ problems in the clutch and how they can solve those problems, whether or not Luka should join Trae Young in the 3-point contest at All-Star Weekend, and introduce a new segment, Blurred Lines. www.dallashoopscast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dallashoopsfancast/message
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