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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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00:23:33

MFR Spaces: Mavs Spoil Wemby's Spurs Debut 126-119

Mavs Film Room ·

2023/10/26

In this episode we quickly react to the Mavs 126-119 win over the San Antonio Spurs on opening night to spoil Victor Wenbanyama's NBA debut. We react to the incredible performance by Dereck Lively in his first NBA Game (16 pts, 10 reb) as well as talk about the brilliance of Luka Dončić and Kyrie Irving. We also highlight the Mavs' execution on their commitment to playing at a faster pace as well as showing more toughness on defense. We also sing the praises of Grant Williams to contributed

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00:33:00

Final Thoughts On The Eve Of The Season Opener

Mavs Film Room ·

2023/10/25

In this episode we discuss some final thoughts on the eve of the Mavs' regular season debut against the San Antonio Spurs. We talk about Josh Green's freshly signed 3-year $41 million extension, why Dereck Lively is the Mavs' X-Factor for this season, and how likely we think it is that the Mavs will actually play with a faster pace this season. Finally we share where we think the Mavs will finish in the Western Conference, and give a bold prediction for the season as well. --- Send

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00:43:46

Should the Mavs Be Nervous With 11 Days Before the...

Mavs Film Room ·

2023/10/14

In this episode, we cover a few questions facing this Mavericks team with 11 days until the season opener against Victor Wenbanyama and the Spurs in San Antonio. We first cover how important it is for the Mavs to get off to a fast start this season, and discuss how the preseason injuries to Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving might affect that goal. We then transition to discussing perhaps the biggest question the team faces right now, which is the starting small forward role. We discuss why Josh Green is

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00:49:27

Hot Topics as Mavs Camp Gets Underway

Mavs Film Room ·

2023/09/28

In this episode, we discuss the latest news from the Mavs world as training camp began for the 2023-2024 Dallas Mavericks earlier in the day. We discuss Jason Kidd's recent comments about the roles that rookies Dereck Lively and O-Max Prosper will have this season and debate how big of a risk it is for a team with playoff aspirations to start one or even two rookies. We share our excitement about how a full training camp and preseason will allow Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving to be even more

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00:52:46

Dirk Nowitzki Is a Hall of Famer, Luka Doncic Is...

Mavs Film Room ·

2023/08/15

In this episode, we discuss Dirk Nowitzki's induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame this past weekend. We talk about what made Dirk so special both on and off the floor, and why his legacy is as much about who he is as a person as it is about his basketball accomplishments. We take a trip down memory lane, sharing just how much of a storybook Dirk's Mavs career was, and how perfect the timing of his arrival in Dallas was. We conclude the episode by talking about Luka

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00:44:32

"We Ain't Done Yet!"

Mavs Film Room ·

2023/07/18

In this episode, we give our closing thoughts about the Mavs's Las Vegas Summer League run and talk about recent offseason rumors relating to the Mavs. We talk about the 4-1 record for the Mavs SL team and the exciting growth from their 2023 draftees Dereck Lively II and Olivier-Maxence Prosper. They also discuss some underrated members of the Mavs' SL team including Mike Miles Jr, Jordan "Jelly" Walker, and Taze Moore. In the second half of the episode, we discuss the ongoing

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00:33:40

MFR Spaces: Mavs Beat Warriors 98-96 for 2nd Summer...

Mavs Film Room ·

2023/07/13

In this episode we share our thoughts from the Mavs' 98-96 Summer League win over the Golden State Warriors, which improves the team to 2-1 in Las Vegas. We touch on Jaden Hardy's struggles in this game and while we aren't concerned about him, he stands to improve his decision making. We also discuss in detail OMax Prosper's strong 17-point 10-rebound performance and why he's already ahead of the curve of Dorian Finney-Smith, a popular Mavs fan player comp for OMax. We also talk

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00:31:41

MFR Spaces: Mavs Finally Win a SL Game! 111-103 over...

Mavs Film Room ·

2023/07/11

In this episode Rohan and Vinay talk to fans about the Mavs' 111-103 victory over the Summer League Philadelphia 76ers, which was the first Summer League win for the Mavs since 2021. A well-deserved victory that saw key contributions from the young Mavericks Jaden Hardy, Dereck Lively, and OMax Prosper. It also featured good moments from Jordan "Jelly" Walker and Taze Moore. Coaching adjustments from Jared Dudley and God Shammgod were very apparent in this one as well. --- Send in

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00:24:26

MFR Spaces: LIVE Reaction to Mavs' Grant Williams...

Mavs Film Room ·

2023/07/06

In this episode of Mavs Film Room Spaces, we react live to the news that the Mavericks are acquiring forward Grant Williams in a multi-team sign-and-trade deal with the Boston Celtics and San Antonio Spurs. As part of the deal, the Mavs are also sending Reggie Bullock to San Antonio and are also acquiring two 2nd round picks. We also touch on the Mavs' signing Matisse Thybulle on an offer sheet and discuss what might be on the horizon for the team as they look to round out a successful offseason

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00:47:33

Don't Doubt Dante.

Mavs Film Room ·

2023/07/03

In this episode, we cover the start of 2023 NBA free agency and the various signings the Mavericks have made including re-signing Kyrie Irving and Dwight Powell, as well as them signing Seth Curry and Dante Exum. We discuss how it was great that the Mavs were able to come to a relatively quick agreement with Kyrie on a contract for less than the max, and how it was nice to see a familiar face like Seth back with the Mavs. We also talk about how the offseason work is far from complete and how

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00:30:06

Dallas Meets The 2023 Mavs Rookies

Mavs Film Room ·

2023/06/27

In this episode we discuss the introductory press conference that was held today to introduce new Mavericks 1st round draft picks Dereck Lively II and Olivier-Maxence Prosper. Our own Vinay Chemiti and Fazal Ahmed were on-site for the presser and they share their impressions of the new rookies and the vibe in the Mavs training facility. Overall both Lively and Prosper came across as very impressive individuals, and it's clear that both General Manager Nico Harrison and Head Coach Jason Kidd are

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00:32:32

A Very Active 2023 Draft Night For Mavs

Mavs Film Room ·

2023/06/23

In this episode, we react to the Mavs' moves on Draft Night. The first move they made was selecting center Dereck Lively from Duke at No. 12 in a deal in which they traded the No. 10 pick and Davis Bertans to Oklahoma City. The biggest surprise of their night came later in the first round in which they acquired Richaun Holmes and the No. 24 pick, which they used to select forward Olivier-Maxence "O-Max" Prosper from Marquette. We discuss how these moves showed a rare creativity we

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00:34:23

How Much Help Does Devin Booker Need??

Mavs Film Room ·

2023/06/19

In this episode, we react to the Bradley Beal trade that landed him in Phoenix in yet another splashy move for the Suns. We discuss how the Mavs can capitalize in the aftermath of the trade, especially with the Washington Wizards entering a full-scale rebuild. We have an honest discussion about where Josh Green fits into the Mavs' timeline and whether the time is now to trade him and shake up the roster, seeing that the Mavs have very few assets and draft picks. We also discuss a few options to

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00:33:46

Assessing Anthony Black's Potential Fit With the Mavs

Mavs Film Room ·

2023/06/12

In this episode the guys talk about a prospect the Mavs' reportedly have eyes for: Anthony Black, a guard from the University of Arkansas. They discuss how his 6' 7" frame combined with his elite on-ball defense and downhill game can help him make a day 1 impact with the Mavericks. They also evaluate some of his offensive weaknesses such as half court creation and shooting, and talk about how the Mavs' player development staff combined with Black's work ethic give reasons for

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00:38:20

Kyrie Irving Wants LeBron James To Be Dallas Maverick

Mavs Film Room ·

2023/06/06

In this episode, Jay, Rohan, & Fazal react to the recent news that Kyrie Irving is trying to recruit Lakers superstar LeBron James to Dallas to join he and Luka Dončić on the Mavericks. They talk about what motivations all parties involved in this rumor have in putting this story out there, and how despite the new CBA rules, if you have a chance to add LeBron James you do it immediately. They discuss that while this is extremely unlikely, it does say a few things, namely that Kyrie Irving views

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00:34:51

Evaluating Potential Mavs Prospects w/ Richard...

Mavs Film Room ·

2023/06/02

In this episode, we are joined by NBA Draft Expert Richard Stayman (@MavsDraft) as he helps break down some of the names in the 2023 NBA Draft the Mavs have been connected to, with the 10th overall pick. The guys first discuss Gradey Dick (Kansas), who the Mavs hosted for a visit this week, albeit are reportedly not interested in. They then shift focus to two of the most popular names Mavs fans want due to their potential for immediate impact: Taylor Hendricks (Central Florida) and Jerace Walker

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00:54:37

What Can The Mavs Do With The 10th Pick?

Mavs Film Room ·

2023/05/21

In this episode the guys discuss what options the Mavs possess now that they know they will have the 10th overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. The main options they discuss are trading the pick for a veteran player, trading back in the draft for a later pick with the hope of shedding salary or getting assets in the process, or of course selecting a player at 10. They weigh the pros and cons of each approach. As it stands, there is very little clarity on the prospects the Mavs are interested in or the

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00:36:04

LIVE Reaction to NBA Draft Lottery Reveal

Mavs Film Room ·

2023/05/17

In this episode the guys react live to the reveal of the NBA Draft Lottery results. They Go through the full range of emotions as they anxiously await the fate of the Mavs with regards to keeping their pick. Ultimately they celebrate the moment they find out the Mavericks will keep their pick this year and then discuss the various potential options for how the Mavs can use that pick to improve their team. More to come later this week... --- Send in a voice message:

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00:31:54

Dallas Seeks More Experience In The Front Office &...

Mavs Film Room ·

2023/04/28

In this episode Jay, Rohan, and Fazal talk about recent changes the Mavs have made in their front office and front bench coaching staff. They first discuss the addition of former Utah Jazz executive Dennis Lindsey as a senior consultant to Nico Harrison in the front office. They discuss how the Mavs have a small front office and that they do lack some seasoned veterans in the room with Nico Harrison still being so new to the job. They also talk about the recent news of the Mavs choosing not to bring

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01:01:22

Mavs Offseason Deep Dive w/ Eric Pincus of Bleacher...

Mavs Film Room ·

2023/04/17

In this episode National NBA writer and salary cap expert Eric Pincus of Bleacher Report joins the podcast to preview the Mavs offseason with Jay, Rohan, and Vinay. They cover a variety of topics ranging from Kyrie Irving's free agency, the Mavs' potentially having the #10 overall pick in this year's draft, and the types of players the Mavs can target in a trade, using the current salaries and assets they posses. They also discuss the potential impact of the new CBA rules and how those

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