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Mavs Film Room

Reunion Lights Media

Analysis and news about Dallas Mavericks basketball, from the perspective of three lifelong fans, who grew up in the Dallas area. Follow us on X (formerly Twitter) @MavsFilmRoom for more fan content. Hosted by Jay Appaji, Fazal Ahmed, and Vinay Chemiti. © Reunion Lights Media mavsfilmroom.substack.com

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00:35:26

The Mavs Are A Force In The West

Mavs Film Room ·

2024/12/04

We recorded this episode following the Mavs' wild 121-116 win over the Memphis Grizzlies. In this episode we discuss the Mavs' recent stretch of 9 wins in 10 games, weathering the absence of Luka Dončić among other players. We discus how Spencer Dinwiddie, Quentin Grimes, Naji Marshall, and PJ Washington have all stepped up in the last few weeks to help the Mavs find a new identity and start putting together wins. We talk about how much deeper this Mavs team is in recent years, and how for the fist

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00:36:33

Mavs Bounce Back After Losing Streak

Mavs Film Room ·

2024/11/20

In this episode we talk about the Mavs' most recent 3-game win streak which comes on the heels of a frustrating 4-game losing streak, in which the Mavericks lost each game on the final shot. We talk about what went wrong during the losing streak, and what has improved since to turn things around. We talk about the impressive victory on the road against OKC, which the Mavs played without Luka Dončić. We discuss PJ Washington's return to the lineup and the positive impact it has had on defense and

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00:27:40

The Mavs Haven't Yet Looked Like the Team We Expected

Mavs Film Room ·

2024/11/05

In this episode, we discuss the Mavs' 134-127 loss to the Indiana Pacers, which saw them fall to 4-3 on the season. We discuss the issues that plagued the team such as another slow start to the 1st quarter, poor paint defense, and an overall lack of competitive fire. We also talk about how these issues have manifested in recent home games, namely the dispiriting loss to Houston last Thursday, which saw the Mavs give up 18 offensive rebounds. We share our thoughts on how these issues can be

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00:35:30

Mavs Defeat T-Wolves In WCF Rematch

Mavs Film Room ·

2024/10/30

In this episode, we discuss the Mavs 120-114 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, coming on the 2nd night of a back-to-back. We discuss the Mavs being successful against a Western Conference contender in spite of Luka Doncic's offensive struggles, and talk about Kyrie Irving, PJ Washington, and Klay Thompson picking up the slack. We also discuss the center rotation of Daniel Gafford and Dereck Lively, and whether Lively's higher minutes count and strong play will earn him the starting spot. We also

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00:36:10

Mavericks Defeat Spurs 120-109 in Season Opener

Mavs Film Room ·

2024/10/25

In this episode we cover the Mavericks' 120-109 season-opening win against the San Antonio Spurs. We discuss Klay Thompson's stellar debut in which he scored 22 points and 7 rebounds on 6/10 shooting from 3. We also talk about Dereck Lively's strong performance off the bench with 15 points, 11 rebounds, and 6 assists. We give our thoughts on the Mavericks debuts of Naji Marshall and Quentin Grimes, and talk about whether more consistency should be expected from PJ Washington on offense. Finally, we

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00:42:58

2024-25 Mavs Season Preview

Mavs Film Room ·

2024/10/23

In this episode, we discuss the start of the Mavs 2024-25 campaign, beginning with the San Antonio Spurs on October 24, 2024. We talk about a few hot topics around the time such as the backup point guard role between Jaden Hardy and Spencer Dinwiddie, how the Mavericks defense might look with Klay Thompson in the starting lineup with Dereck Lively II as the full time starting center. Finally, we talk about whether Naji Marshall will end up nudging his way into the starting lineup by the end of the

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00:47:08

Reaction to Mavs' 1st Preseason Game of 2024-25

Mavs Film Room ·

2024/10/08

In this episode we react to the Mavs' first preseason game of the 2024-25 season, a 121-116 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies. In this episode we discuss the performances of several players including Jaden Hardy, Quentin Grimes, Naji Marshall, and surprisingly, Jazian "Jaz" Gortman. We discuss how their performances in this game set them up for the rest of training camp and what their roles could be heading into the upcoming season.

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00:56:10

How The Mavericks Have Used AI To Build A...

Mavs Film Room ·

2024/07/25

In this episode, we are joined by Joshua Ebrahim, founder of ProFitX.Ai, an AI platform that helps NBA teams and players gain valuable performance insights and negotiate the best contracts for both sides. In this episode we cover ProFitX's partnership with the Mavericks, which spanned the last three seasons. We discuss how the Mavs have found good value in their recent transactions, most notably acquiring PJ Washington, Spencer Dinwiddie, Kyrie Irving, and Klay Thompson. Finally, we touch on the

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00:41:13

Reaction To Mavs Press Conference For Klay Thompson,...

Mavs Film Room ·

2024/07/10

In this episode we share our reaction to the press conference held today to introduce new Mavs players Klay Thompson (#31), Naji Marshall (#13), and Quentin Grimes (#5). We talk about our expectations for each player and how today's event was almost a celebration of Mavs culture and what Nico Harrison, Michael Finley, and Jason Kidd have built in Dallas. We talk about why the Mavs should offer Quentin Grimes a contract extension even before he plays a game for the Mavs. Finally, we close with

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00:41:08

Why Klay Signed With Dallas, Luka Fighting For...

Mavs Film Room ·

2024/07/05

In this episode, we cover recent reporting around Klay Thompson's decision to sign with the Mavericks. We talk about his genuine interest in the Mavs and Dallas, and why Klay being himself will be a great thing for not only the team but the city. We also discuss Luka Dončić and Slovenia's fight to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics. With this comes some pause for Mavs fans, who want to see Luka be represent his country on the world stage, but also want him to rest and recover from his

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00:47:23

MAVS SIGN KLAY THOMPSON, Naji Marshall, and Trade For...

Mavs Film Room ·

2024/07/02

In this episode we cover the breaking news of the Mavericks signing former 4-time champion, 5-time All-Star, and former member of the Golden State Splash Brothers, Klay Thompson. We discuss the significance of this signing, being the biggest free agent signing in the history of the Mavs franchise, and what this represents. We also discuss the fit of Naji Marshall, who the Mavs signed to replace Derrick Jones Jr., and Quentin Grimes, who the Mavs traded Tim Hardaway Jr. to the Detroit Pistons for

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00:51:29

The Season Is Over, But The Work Continues

Mavs Film Room ·

2024/06/19

In this episode we recap the Mavs' NBA Finals loss, falling to the Boston Celtics in five games. We discuss an overall disappointing showing by the Mavericks in the Finals from Luka Dončić and Kyrie Irving all the way down the roster. We talk about what weaknesses were exposed in this series and how the Mavericks can address them to take the next step in their evolution as a true championship contender. Finally, we close with some praise for Dereck Lively and miscellaneous talk about some of the

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00:34:13

MFR Spaces: Can The Mavs Make The Finals A Series?

Mavs Film Room ·

2024/06/12

In this episode we discuss the Mavs 0-2 deficit to the Boston Celtics in the NBA Finals and what they need to do heading into Games 3 and 4 to make this a more competitive series and avoid being swept. We also discuss the breaking news of Kristaps Porzingis' rare foot injury and what his uncertain status means for Game 3 and potentially the rest of the series. Special thanks to Tim Cato of The Athletic for joining and speaking in this Spaces. --- Send in a voice message:

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00:34:13

MFR Spaces: Finals Thoughts Before Game 1

Mavs Film Room ·

2024/06/06

In this edition of Mavs Film Room Spaces, we discuss our thoughts on the eve of Game 1 of the NBA Finals featuring the Dallas Mavericks and Boston Celtics. We talk about what the Mavs need to do to upset a historically-great Celtics team. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mavsfilmroom/message

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01:02:05

2024 NBA Finals Preview: Everything You Need To Know

Mavs Film Room ·

2024/06/04

In this episode we preview the 2024 NBA FINALS between the Dallas Mavericks and Boston Celtics. We talk about key matchups on both sides, and how the Mavs can reasonably expect to defend the Celtics with their two superstars and cast of shooters. We discuss the status of Boston center Kristaps Porzingis, and how his health will determine a lot of how both teams approach this series. We also discuss ways in which the Mavericks possess advantages in this series, namely in having the best player (Luka

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00:33:32

THE MAVS ARE GOING BACK TO THE NBA FINALS

Mavs Film Room ·

2024/05/31

In this episode we react to the Mavs' blowout win over the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals which clinched the series and sent them to their first NBA Finals in 13 years. We reminisce about the journey this team has been on this season and how special of a season it has been. We talk about the redemption stories for Luka Dončić, Kyrie Irving, and Jason Kidd and how that has made this a dream season with the Mavs' 4 wins away from their 2nd NBA Championship

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00:33:42

Mavericks vs. Timberwolves Western Conference Finals...

Mavs Film Room ·

2024/05/21

In this episode, we share our final thoughts on the Mavs' 2nd Round series victory against the Oklahoma City Thunder that ended in a wild Game 6 finish to close out the series. We pivot to previewing the upcoming Western Conference Finals series between the Mavs and Minnesota Timberwolves, the Mavs' 2nd WCF in the last three seasons. We discuss the various matchup wrinkles, specifically how the Mavs should approach guarding Anthony Edwards and Karl-Anthony Towns. We also talk about how

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00:34:55

Mavs vs. Thunder Is A Best-of-5 Series

Mavs Film Room ·

2024/05/10

In this episode we recap the first two games of the Mavs' 2nd round series versus the Oklahoma City Thunder, which saw them suffer a blowout loss in Game 1, and then earn a gritty win in Game 2. We discuss the adjustments the Mavs made between the games, and which individual performances have stuck out, namely PJ Washington and Tim Hardaway Jr.'s strong nights in Game 2. We also talk about Luka Dončić continuing to tough it out and deliver for his team, playing with a painfully sprained knee

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00:36:04

Mixed Bag in Games 3 & 4 For The Mavs in Dallas

Mavs Film Room ·

2024/04/29

In this episode, we discuss the Mavs' weekend in Dallas which saw then win Game 3 in convincing fashion and then lose Game 4, in a very similar fashion as Game 1, where the Clippers raced out to a 30-point lead despite playing without Kawhi Leonard. The Mavs made a furious comeback, but often as it happens with 30-point rallies, the comeback fell just short. We discuss what went wrong in Game 4, and what the Mavs can do in Game 5 to come out looking more prepared. We also talk about what they

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00:28:52

It's a 1-1 Series Heading To Dallas

Mavs Film Room ·

2024/04/24

In this episode we discuss the Mavs opening games of the playoffs against the LA Clippers in which they lost Game 1 109-97 and won Game 2 96-93. We discuss what went horribly wrong in Game 1, and how the Mavs fixed it in Game 2. We discuss the Mavs' stellar defense in Game 2 against James Harden, Paul George, and Kawhi Leonard who returned for the Clippers. We also talk about PJ Washington's contributions and how the Mavs can break out of their slump heading into Game 3 in Dallas. ---

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