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GAME RECAP: Breaking Down Mavs' 118-97 Win Over Lakers

Author: Dalton Trigg January 8, 2025 Duration: 19:37

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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 today’s episode of the Mavs Step Back Podcast, we break down the Dallas Mavericks' 118-97 win over the Los Angeles Lakers, which snapped a five-game losing streak. We believe this was the Mavs' best win of the season so far. Thanks for tuning in, and be sure to SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter if you haven’t already! 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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