Episodes

  • Scappy Dallas Mavericks Fall to Utah Jazz in NBA Summer League Opener: Full Recap

    Scappy Dallas Mavericks Fall to Utah Jazz in NBA Summer League Opener: Full Recap
    Jul 14 2024
    In this special edition of the Mavs Step Back Podcast, Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson bring you a full recap of the Dallas Mavericks 90-89 loss to the Utah Jazz in their NBA Summer League opener live from Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas. From O-Max Prosper being agressive in getting to the free-throw line, to AJ Lawson and Melvin Ajinca showing their potential, this episode covers it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    14 mins
  • LIVE FROM LAS VEGAS: O-Max Prosper Speaks on Dallas Mavs' Klay Thompson Signing, Summer League & Much More!

    LIVE FROM LAS VEGAS: O-Max Prosper Speaks on Dallas Mavs' Klay Thompson Signing, Summer League & Much More!
    Jul 13 2024
    Dallas Mavericks second-year forward Olivier-Maxence Prosper (O-Max) sits down with Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson live from Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas to talk about the biggest lesson he learned from his rookie year, being more confident going into his second Summer League appearance, the Mavs signing Klay Thompson and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    7 mins
  • INSTANT REACTIONS: Dallas Mavericks Sign 4-Time Champion Klay Thompson; Beat Out LA Lakers

    INSTANT REACTIONS: Dallas Mavericks Sign 4-Time Champion Klay Thompson; Beat Out LA Lakers
    Jul 2 2024
    After a tense 20-hour period following the opening of NBA free agency on Sunday night, Klay Thompson made the wait well worth it for the Dallas Mavericks, as he agreed to sign a three-year, $50 million contract to join forces with Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving. Mavs GM Nico Harrison beat out LeBron James' Los Angeles Lakers by selling Thompson on the chance to win his fifth NBA championship. In this episode, we give our initial reactions to the Thompson news dropping, as well as a recap of what has been an offseason for the ages in Dallas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    45 mins
  • NBA Free Agency: How Dallas Mavericks Can Sign Klay Thompson AND Still Re-Sign Derrick Jones Jr.

    NBA Free Agency: How Dallas Mavericks Can Sign Klay Thompson AND Still Re-Sign Derrick Jones Jr.
    Jun 30 2024
    The Dallas Mavericks are considered the favorites to land four-time champion Klay Thompson when free agency begins on Sunday evening. In this episode, we break down how the Mavs can sign Thompson while also retaining Derrick Jones Jr. too. We also break down the Tim Hardaway Jr. trade to the Detroit Pistons for Quentin Grimes, the Mavs drafting Melvin Ajinca in the second round of the NBA Draft, as well as other free agency options for the Mavs should Thompson choose to sign with the Los Angeles Lakers or another team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Mavs Fall Short as Celtics Win NBA Finals, But Bright Future Ahead for Luka Doncic & Dallas

    Mavs Fall Short as Celtics Win NBA Finals, But Bright Future Ahead for Luka Doncic & Dallas
    Jun 18 2024
    The Dallas Mavericks weren't able to pull off a Game 5 win on the road as the Boston Celtics captured their 18th NBA championship in five games. Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson break down the Mavs' first trip to the Finals in 13 years, including the performance of Luka Doncic, the disappointing showing from Kyrie Irving and the shortcomings of other key role players who made their first ever Finals appearances. The guys also jump into what could be next for this team with the NBA Draft and free agency right around the corner. Is LeBron James destined to join the Mavs? Ok, maybe that's pipe-dreaming a little bit, but there are still other interesting names on the open market that could help Dallas take the next step. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Luka Doncic's Dallas Mavs Stay Alive in NBA Finals with 38-Point Game 4 Blowout Win vs. Boston Celtics

    Luka Doncic's Dallas Mavs Stay Alive in NBA Finals with 38-Point Game 4 Blowout Win vs. Boston Celtics
    Jun 15 2024
    Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, and the rest of the Dallas Mavericks avoided a sweep in the NBA Finals by blowing out the Boston Celtics, 122-84, in Game 4 at American Airlines Center. Dereck Lively II was fantastic, playing amazing defense and also hitting the first 3-pointer of his career, Dante Exum showed some life, and the Mavs were able to win despite their stars combining to shoot 1-14 from deep. Can this performance carry over to Game 5 in Boston? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    52 mins
  • Mavs Face Potential NBA Finals Sweep vs. Celtics: Where Does Blame Fall?

    Mavs Face Potential NBA Finals Sweep vs. Celtics: Where Does Blame Fall?
    Jun 14 2024
    Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson recap the Dallas Mavericks' disheartening Game 3 loss to the Boston Celtics in the NBA Finals. Kyrie Irving exploded for 35 points, but Luka Doncic fouled out, and the Mavs ultimately came up short in a 106-99 loss. Who is to blame for Dallas' failures in the Finals? As we discuss in this episode, there's a little bit of blame to go around for everybody. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    59 mins
  • NBA Finals Game 2 Reactions: Boston Celtics Take 2-0 Lead Over Dallas Mavericks

    NBA Finals Game 2 Reactions: Boston Celtics Take 2-0 Lead Over Dallas Mavericks
    Jun 11 2024
    Despite Luka Doncic posting a 30-point triple-double while shooting over 50 percent from deep, the Dallas Maverick fell short against the Boston Celtics in Game 2 of the NBA Finals at TD Garden on Sunday night. Dallas played good defense at times, but too many self-inflicted wounds proved to be too much to overcome. Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson give their reactions to Game 2 and look ahead to Game 3 in Dallas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    57 mins