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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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71:53

Has Anthony Davis Played His Last Game As a Maverick?

Mavs Film Room ·

2026/01/14

In this episode we cover recent reporting that Anthony Davis will not need surgery for the ligament damage in his hand after all, and that the Mavericks are continuing to have trade discussions about him:🏀 Is moving Anthony Davis purely for financial flexibility worth it?🏀 Getting AD’s contract off the books can help the Mavs move into the Cooper Flagg era🏀 Who else on the Mavs’ roster do we expect to be traded at the deadline?🏀 The Mavs’ roster may not look drastically different going into next

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84:23

Anthony Davis Injury Reaction + Mavs Future Impact

Mavs Film Room ·

2026/01/10

In this episode we talk about Anthony Davis’ hand ligament damage that he suffered against the Utah Jazz on Thursday that could potentially keep him out for the next few months. Here are the topics we discussed:🏀 Yet another major, freak injury for AD in Dallas🏀 AD is likely not being traded now🏀 Should AD and Kyrie even come back this season?🏀 Mavs must pivot to exploring the trade market for Naji Marshall and Daniel Gafford🏀 Does Jason Kidd have a future as Dallas’ head coach?Watch the full

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76:33

Cooper Flagg Makes NBA History + Mavs Trade Talk

Mavs Film Room ·

2025/12/17

In this episode we cover Cooper Flagg’s history 42-point performance against the Utah Jazz and what it means for the rest of this Mavericks season:🏀 Cooper Flagg has the potential to be the best player in the world🏀 Is there a case to make for Cooper to be All-Defense?🏀 Is it now more likely that the Mavs KEEP Anthony Davis?🏀 Between shedding salary, getting future assets, and upgrading the roster, the Mavs trade deadline is confusing 🏀 Predicting the Mavs’ record on January 1, 2026🏀 Why Mavs

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54:26

The Mavs Are Too Good to Tank

Mavs Film Room ·

2025/12/09

In this episode we discuss whether the Mavs have surpassed the threshold needed to be one of the worst teams in the NBA and land a top-5 or top-10 draft pick in the loaded 2026 Draft.🏀 Cooper Flagg is too good to tank and will only keep getting better🏀 Why winning in the short term could be good for an Anthony Davis trade🏀 The importance of signing Ryan Nembhard to a long-term contract 🏀 Why getting under aprons should be a priority for the Mavericks🏀 Could they conceivably ride out this season

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67:07

Cooper Flagg & Ryan Nembhard Lead Mavs To 3-Game Win...

Mavs Film Room ·

2025/12/04

In this episode, we discuss the Mavs’ recent 3-game win streak, which has featured victories over the LA Clippers, Denver Nuggets, and Miami Heat. Here are the topics we hit:🏀Ryan Nembard has been a revelation that has transformed the Mavs’ offense🏀Cooper Flagg has evolved into the Mavs’ go-to-guy🏀Anthony Davis will help the Mavs win games as long as he’s healthy🏀It may be hard to truly tank of Cooper Flagg keeps improving🏀Will AD still get traded if he keeps playing well and the Mavs keep

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80:21

What should the Dallas Mavericks do with Dereck...

Mavs Film Room ·

2025/11/28

The Dallas Mavericks’ tough start to the 2024-25 season continues. Following losses in Miami & Memphis, the team announced that Dereck Lively II sustained a foot injury & will be out for the foreseeable future. This follows news that guard Dante Exum will be out for the season due to a serious knee injury. The Mavs will play the Lakers Friday night in Los Angeles in their lastIn this episode, we discuss:🏀 How will Dereck Lively’s foot injury affect his future in Dallas?🏀 AD could return for Friday

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84:11

MAVS FIRE NICO HARRISON

Mavs Film Room ·

2025/11/12

In this podcast, we react to the news that the Dallas Mavericks finally fired General Manager Nico Harrison, nine months after he traded Luka Dončić to the Los Angeles Lakers. Here are the topics we hit:🏀The public pressure worked 🏀This was done to salvage a toxic working environment for Mavericks players, coaches, and employees🏀Examining Mark Cuban’s role in how we got here🏀Who will be the long-term replacement in the front office for Nico?🏀Anthony Davis & Kyrie Irving’s future with the team

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61:16

Is Nico Harrison About To Be Fired??

Mavs Film Room ·

2025/11/10

In this episode we cover recent reporting from Marc Stein that Mavs governor Patrick Dumont is beginning to consider whether it makes sense to fire Nico Harrison and move on from this horrendous post-Luka Dončić trade fallout here. The negativity is becoming unbearable and it is hard for the higher ups in the Mavs organization to ignore any longer. Here are the topics we hit:🏀This signals Patrick Dumont has officially registered that the Luka Dončić trade was an abject failure for the

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75:22

Mavs Fall To 2-5 After Loss To Kevin Durant's Rockets

Mavs Film Room ·

2025/11/04

In this episode we discuss our takeaways from the Mavs’ 110-105 loss to the Houston Rockets, as well as their 122-110 loss to the Detroit Pistons in the previous game. Topics discussed:🏀 PJ Washington’s 29-point, 12-rebound performance and whether that provided an offensive blueprint going forward🏀 D’Angelo Russell followed up a 31-point outing against Detroit with a double double against Houston, however shooting just 20% from the field 🏀 The Mavs continue to do Cooper Flagg a disservice 🏀 Why

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67:57

Anthony Davis Injured, But Mavs Beat Pacers 107-105

Mavs Film Room ·

2025/10/30

In this episode we recap the Mavs’ 107-105 nail-biting win over the injury-riddled Indiana Pacers. A team which the Mavs have struggled to beat in years past played one of the weaker rosters you will see in an NBA game, and the Mavs took advantage. We discuss how the Mavs looked after Anthony Davis exited the game in the 1st Quarter with a lower left leg injury, and how playing guards like Brandon Williams and D’Angelo Russell got the offense going. We talk about the advantages that budding an

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45:52

Mavs Beat Raptors 139-129 For First Win Of The...

Mavs Film Room ·

2025/10/27

In this live stream podcast, we discuss the Mavs’ 139-129 victory over the Toronto Raptors for their first win of the 2025-26 season. We talk about the impact D’Angelo Russell getting extended minutes had on the Mavs offense and how it opened up the floor for Cooper Flagg, PJ Washington, and others. We also talk about how the Mavs looked their best when either Anthony Davis or Dereck Lively manned the center position, and how the frontcourt tandem of both was not as productive. We also discuss

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74:47

Mavs EMBARRASSED 125-92 by Spurs In Season Opener

Mavs Film Room ·

2025/10/23

In this episode we react to the Mavericks’ 125-92 loss at the hands of the San Antonio Spurs, led by a historic 40-point, 15-rebound performance by Spurs big man Victor Wembanyama. We discuss everything that went wrong for the Mavs, and why this validated our concerns about this team’s defense, playmaking, and general offense. We spend most of our time discussing the Mavs’ abysmal offense and how the team’s construction limits their ceiling on that end. We also talk about how despite possessing two

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93:02

MFR LIVE: 8/27/25

Mavs Film Room ·

2025/08/29

In our latest live edition of the Mavs Film Room Podcast, we cover the recent happenings around the Mavericks. This includes, Mark Cuban’s recent comments on the DLLS Mavs Podcast, the weird fit of the Mavericks roster, as well as rumors of a PJ Washington extension and an O-Max Prosper trade to clear a roster spot. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mavsfilmroom.substack.com

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62:33

The First Mavs Film Room Livestream

Mavs Film Room ·

2025/07/23

In this episode we cover a wide range of Mavs topics as part of our first live stream on YouTube. It was a humble intro into something we will hopefully do more often. Please subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss a stream. Here’s the YouTube version below: This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mavsfilmroom.substack.com

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55:11

Cooper Flagg Is Going To Be F*cking Amazing

Mavs Film Room ·

2025/07/15

In this episode we discuss our impressions of Cooper Flagg, Ryan Nembhard, and Miles Kelly from NBA Summer League. We talk about how well Cooper has handled the aggressive defensive pressure, along with how he impressively bounced back from a lackluster Summer League debut for a 31-point performance against the Spurs in the second game. We talk about how he’s an ideal fit for Jason Kidd’s transition offense, and how his skill of drawing fouls will help him make an even greater impact in the NBA. We

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70:24

Mavs Summer League Preview

Mavs Film Room ·

2025/07/10

In this episode, we are joined by Mohamed, an NBA draft and analytics expert to preview the Mavs Summer League team. We discuss the personnel on the team, namely Cooper Flagg & Ryan Nembhard, but also guys like Miles Kelley and what we should be looking for with him. We also talk about the top-4 players slated to be in the 2026 NBA Draft, the last draft for the next few years that the Mavs have a pick. Finally, we discuss the additions the Mavs have made this offseason and talk about what kind of

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52:25

AD's Scary Eye Injury + Mavs Get Ready For Summer League

Mavs Film Room ·

2025/07/09

In this episode we talk about recent news surrounding the Mavericks, including Shams Charania’s report that Anthony Davis played through the end of last season with a detached retina, an eye injury that miraculously did not spiral into a career-threatening situation. We discuss how this is yet another indictment of the incompetent medical staff that the Mavs employed last season. We then share our impressions from the Mavs first Summer League practice before they head to Las Vegas. We discuss our

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61:29

Welcome Back Dante Exum, Hello Frank Vogel

Mavs Film Room ·

2025/07/04

In this episode we discuss recent moves around the Mavericks, with Dante Exum returning on a 1-year deal, and Frank Vogel joining the coaching staff with God Shammgod and Jared Dudley departing to the Magic and Nuggets respectively. We look ahead for what this means for the team as they try to turn the page to the next era of Mavs basketball. Finally, with the 10-year anniversary of the DeAndre Jordan fiasco coming up in a few days, we share our memories from that traumatic moment in Mavs history

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73:42

How Far Can D'Angelo Russell Take The Mavs?

Mavs Film Room ·

2025/07/02

In this episode, we cover topics about the Mavericks following their signing of point guard D’Angelo Russell to a 2-year, $11.7 million deal on the first day of free agency. We discuss what Russell brings the Mavs, both positive and negative. We give our expectations for him and the team, and talk about what might happen once Kyrie Irving returns later in the season. We also discuss how Cooper Flagg and Naji Marshall may be relied upon for playmaking.We then transition to previewing how the

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49:07

Cooper Flagg Has Arrived In Dallas

Mavs Film Room ·

2025/06/28

In this episode we share our thoughts from Cooper Flagg’s introductory press conference with the Dallas media, which we were there to cover. We talk about our first impressions of him as well as some interesting quotes from the event. One thing we focused on was Jason Kidd’s statement that he wants Cooper to play point guard next season and how that is a good sign for his development. We then talk about the implications of recent contract extensions signed by Kyrie Irving and Daniel Gafford and how

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