Mavs Film Room

In this episode Jay and Vinay break down the Mavericks 112-111 road loss to the San Antonio Spurs that saw them fall to 4-4 on the season. While Cooper Flagg struggled for the second straight game, Victor Wembanyama dominated with a 52-point, 24-rebound, 8-block performance. Kyrie Irving had several chances to win it at the end of the game, but was unable to hit. He finished with 29 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists in this one. Here are the topics we discussed:🏀 Concern level with Cooper Flagg’s struggles against Kings and Spurs🏀 Mavs’ strong second half against Spurs falls just short of victory 🏀 Morez Johnson’s encouraging stretch of play🏀 Naji Marshall’s best game of the season helps Mavs rally🏀 Boom or bust production from Mavs role players on a night to night bases 🏀 Mavs have deviated from their offensive approach during losing streak This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mavsfilmroom.substack.com

In this episode, we are once again joined by Mason of MFFL Nation to break down the Mavericks ‘ 120-96 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder, off the strength of another dominant performance by Cooper Flagg. Here’s what we discuss:🏀 Cooper Flagg looks like an MVP candidate 5 games into the season🏀 Dusty May is getting the most out of a flawed roster🏀 Mavs backup guards stepping up🏀 PJ Washington’s importance to this team🏀 What does Santi Aldama’s impeding return mean for Dallas?🏀 Concerns about Max Christie?🏀 Mavericks have a real opportunity to compete for the NBA Playoffs This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mavsfilmroom.substack.com

In this episode, Jay is joined by Mason of @MFFLNation to discuss the Mavericks’ 128-110 season opening loss to the Houston Rockets. We cover the following topics:🏀 What went wrong in the Mavericks’ “horrendous” 2nd quarter🏀 Is there any hope remaining for PJ Washington and Daniel Gafford in Dallas?🏀 Cooper Flagg shows out in sophomore season debut🏀 Is Marcus Sasser a legit piece for the Mavs going forward?🏀 What does Dusty May have to improve on as he adjusts to the NBA? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mavsfilmroom.substack.com

In this episode, Jay and Vinay give their thoughts on the Mavericks following their recent trade for former #1 pick Zaccharie Risacher and after their run in NBA Summer League.🏀 Risacher was an interesting swing that has the potential to pay off big🏀 Mavs’ roster crunch means Risacher and others will have to earn their minutes🏀 The Mavs addressed their shooting woes with the acquisitions of of Santi Aldama, Marcus Sasser, & Tarik Biberovic🏀 Will Morez Johnson and Sergio De Larrea both be rotation players next season?🏀 Seva Ishchenko is still a project, but showed interesting flashes in Summer League🏀 Will the Mavs do anything else this summer to balance out their roster?Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel: This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mavsfilmroom.substack.com

In this episode Jay discusses the Mavericks’ Summer League opener, which featured an impressive debut for 9th overall pick Morez Johnson Jr. 🏀Morez Johnson stars for Mavs with 27 points, 8 rebounds, 3 steals, 3 assists, and 2 blocks🏀Morez’s under control game and defensive versatility🏀Sergio De Larrea struggles, but still impressed with his basketball IQ and passing🏀Seva Ishchenko shows intriguing flashes on both sides of the ball🏀Ryan Nembhard’s double double underscores his role in the NBAWatch the full video on our YouTube Channel: This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mavsfilmroom.substack.com

In this episode we discuss the latest happenings around the NBA as free agency opened:🏀 Breaking down recent star movement featuring Giannis Antetokounmpo, Ja Morant, and Kawhi Leonard🏀 Mavericks a leading suitor for Detroit’s Marcus Sasser, what he brings🏀 Does Portland’s trade for Ja Morant open the door for Mavs to trade for Scoot Henderson?🏀 Morez Johnson and Sergio De Larrea’s fit in new head coach Dusty May’s system with Cooper Flagg🏀 Why Mavs should stay away from Anfernee Simons, Colin Sexton, etc. Watch the full episode on our YouTube Channel: This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mavsfilmroom.substack.com

In this episode we react to the 1st Round of the NBA Draft, which saw the Mavericks make a surprising pick and select Forward Morez Johnson out of Michigan with the 9th overall pick, and then acquire Spanish swingman Sergio De Larrea with the 25th overall pick. 🏀 Instant Reaction to Morez Johnson pick, did the Mavs reach?🏀 The Mavs have an overcrowded frontcourt 🏀 What kind of player does Johnson project as? 🏀 Pick didn’t address Mavs’ immediate needs for offense🏀 What does Sergio De Larrea bring to the Mavericks?🏀 Analyzing the hiring of Dusty May as Mavs head coach 🏀 Does May give us more confidence in the Morez Johnson pick? Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel: This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mavsfilmroom.substack.com

In this episode we hit the hottest topics as the Mavericks head into their pivotal offseason:🏀 Reflecting on Jalen Brunson’s journey from 2nd Round Pick in Dallas to NBA Champion and legend status in New York🏀 Labaron Philon and Kingston Flemings visit Dallas for workouts 🏀 Will Brayden Burries really be the Mavs’ pick at 9?🏀 Micah Nori, Royal Ivey, and Terry Stotts all leading candidates for Mavericks’ head coaching opening🏀 Reacting to latest NBA Draft Intel🏀 Will PJ Washington, Daniel Gafford, Klay Thompson, or even Kyrie Irving be traded this summer?Watch the full episode on our YouTube Channel: This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mavsfilmroom.substack.com

In this episode, we talk with Dallas Mavericks reporter Noah Weber about the NBA Draft with less than two weeks before the draft. 🏀 Rapid Fire questions🏀 Who was the most impressive player you saw at the combine?🏀 Outside of the top 4, who is the best guard for the Mavericks?🏀 What is likelier, Mavs trade up or down?🏀 Is there a guard you would trade up for?🏀 If the Mavs can’t take a guard, who would you pick?🏀 Who are your 3 favorite names at pick 30?🏀 Will the Mavs have a coach in place by the draft?Watch the full episode on our YouTube Channel: This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mavsfilmroom.substack.com

🏀Is Brayden Burries trying to get to Dallas?🏀Burries vs Kingston Flemings debate🏀Mavs Head Coaching search rumors🏀Mock Draft Simulations🏀Mark Cuban’s latest interviewWatch the full episode on our YouTube channel: This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mavsfilmroom.substack.com