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Dallas Mavs Preseason Positives: Dereck Lively Hype, Jaden Hardy Growth & More!

Author: Dalton Trigg October 9, 2023 Duration: 38:35

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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 Drew Johnson discuss the Dallas Mavericks' 0-2 start to the NBA preseason and why there's no need to sound any alarms just yet. From Dereck Lively II being a quick learner, to Jaden Hardy forcing the Mavs to have a logjam at shooting guard, to Luka Doncic looking like he's in midseason form already ... there's a lot to be excited bout as the 2023-24 NBA season rapidly approaches. 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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