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Dallas Mavericks vs. Chicago Bulls Recap: Luka Doncic's Teammates Come Through in Clutch Win

Author: Dalton Trigg November 2, 2023 Duration: 39:55

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The Mavs Step Back Podcast, hosted by Dalton Trigg, delivers in-depth coverage of everything related to the Dallas Mavericks. This podcast breaks down every angle of Mavs basketball - from game recaps and player performances to trade rumors, roster moves, and long-term team outlooks. Listeners can expect honest analysis, timely reaction to breaking news, and big-picture conversations that go beyond the box score. Each episode aims to give passionate Mavs fans the insight and context they need to stay informed and engaged throughout the NBA season and beyond. Whether you are tuning in right after a thrilling win, a tough loss, or a major news drop, listen episodes of this podcast to hear thoughtful discussion, strong opinions, and a Mavs-focused perspective you will not find anywhere else.

On this episode, Dalton Trigg and Grant Afseth recap the Dallas Mavericks' 114-105 win over the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday night. Luka Doncic didn't have his usual MVP-like performance, but he got help from several teammates, including Grant Williams with a team-leading 25 points, Tim Hardaway Jr. with 24 points off the bench, Dereck Lively II with career-highs in both rebounds and assists, and Derrick Jones Jr. continuing to bring the energy. With the win, the Mavs are the only undefeated team in the Western Conference at 4-0 heading into Friday's matchup with Nikola Jokic and the defending NBA champion Denver Nuggets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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