Mavs Step Back Podcast
Welcome to the Mavs Step Back Podcast, where anything and everything related to the Dallas Mavericks is discussed at length: game coverage, breaking news, rumors, you name it! Dalton Trigg is your host, and you can follow his other Mavs content on Twitter: @dalton_trigg. This podcast is featured on DallasBasketball.com, which is a Fan Nation property powered by Sports Illustrated. Thanks for listening!Previous return guests include: Mavs' owner Mark Cuban, current Mavs GM Nico Harrison and many other current/former players, staff and media members. Be sure to subscribe!
GAME 1 DUD: Luka Doncic Still Hobbled as Dallas Mavericks Fumble Series Opener vs. OKC Thunder
The DallasBasketball.com crew breaks down the Dallas Mavericks' blowout loss to the OKC Thunder in Game 1 of their Western Conference second-round series. From Luka Doncic's knee obviously still bothering him, to OKC killing Dallas on the glass, to several adjustments that need to be made heading into Game 2, we've got you covered in our latest episode. Thanks for listening, and be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Mavs Step Back Podcast everywhere you listen to your podcasts. Leave us a review on Apple Podcast for a chance to WIN 2 TICKETS TO MAVS-THUNDER GAME 3 on Saturday!
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GAME 6 CLINCHER: Dallas Mavs Win Series vs. LA Clippers 4-2; Luka Doncic's Revenge, Kyrie Irving 'Chaos'
At long last, the Dallas Mavericks have avenged their playoff series losses to the Los Angeles Clippers from 2020 and 2021. Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, and the rest of the crew put the Clippers to bed in Friday night's 114-101 Game 6 win. Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson recap a wild evening at American Airlines Center and look ahead to Dallas' matchup with the OKC Thunder in round two starting on Tuesday. Thanks for listening and be sure to SUBSCRIBE!
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GAME 5 BLOWOUT: Luka Doncic, Dallas Mavs Destroy LA Clippers, 123-93, Take a 3-2 Series Lead!
Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks dominated the LA Clippers in Game 5 of their first-round NBA playoff series on Wednesday night at Crypto.com Arena. Kyrie Irving promised that his Mavs would come out focused after squandering an opportunity to win Game 4, and he made good on that promise with a 123-93 blowout win. Let's break down everything that went down in Game 5! Thanks for listening, and be sure to SUBSCRIBE!
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Dallas Mavericks Nearly Complete 31-Point Comeback; Lose Game 4 vs. LA Clippers - Series Tied 2-2
The Dallas Mavericks came all the back from being down 31 points to the LA Clippers and took a 105-104 lead with two minutes remaining in the fourth quarter. However, Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving and the rest of the Mavs' supporting cast ran out of gas, as Paul George and James Harden led the Clippers to a 116-111 win in Game 4, tying the series at 2-2. Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson break down everything that went wrong for Dallas in Game 4 and talk about adjustments that need to be made in Game 5, which will be in Los Angeles on Wednesday...
GAME 3 DOMINATION: Luka Doncic, Dallas Mavs Physically Outmatch LA Clippers, Take 2-1 Series Lead
The Dallas Mavericks dominated the LA Clippers in Game 3 of their first-round NBA playoff series on Friday night at American Airlines Center. Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving led the Mavs, scoring 22 and 21 points respectively, and Dallas' gritty defense was too much for the Clippers to handle over four quarters. Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson recap everything that happened in Game 3, including Doncic and Irving's leadership, Dereck Lively II and Daniel Gafford finally getting loose for some lobs, Josh Green bringing great energy, Russell Westbrook's antics, P.J. Washington standing on business, and much, much more!
Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving & PJ Washington Lead Gritty Dallas Mavs Win vs. LA Clippers in Game 2
The Dallas Mavericks bounced back from a disappointing Game 1 loss to the LA Clippers by winning Game 2, 96-93. Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, and PJ Washington were clutch in the fourth quarter, and the Mavs were able to steal home-court advantage as the series shifts to Dallas for Game 3. Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson dissect everything that happened in a thrilling Game 2. Thanks for listening and be sure to SUBSCRIBE!
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Terrible First Half Dooms Dallas Mavs in Game 1 Loss to LA Clippers; Postgame Reactions & Recap
The Dallas Mavericks opened the NBA playoffs with a dud against the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday afternoon, falling down by 29 points and ultimately losing, 109-97. Despite Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving combining for 64 points, the Kawhi Leonard-less Clippers were still able to get the win thanks to an abysmal offensive first half from the Mavs. Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson recap everything that happened in Game 1 and look ahead to what adjustments should be made heading into Game 2 on Tuesday. Thanks for listening, and be sure to hit that SUBSCRIBE button.
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Dallas Mavs' Dante Exum Speaks on Playoff Series vs. LA Clippers, Performing in Cutch Moments
Dante Exum has had a fantastic season for the Dallas Mavericks after spending the previous two years overseas refining his game. The seventh-year veteran spoke with the media following Friday's practice about facing off against the Los Angeles Clippers in the first round of the NBA playoffs, performing in high-pressure situations, and much, much more! Thanks for watching, and be sure to SUBSCRIBE!
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Dallas Mavs' Derrick Jones Jr. Speaks on Challenge of Guarding LA Clippers, Kawhi Leonard & Others
As the Dallas Mavericks continue to prepare for the first-round playoff series with the Los Angeles Clippers, defensive-minded forward Derrick Jones Jr. spoke with Dallas media on Friday about how he plans to guard Kawhi Leonard, James Harden and Paul George. Thanks for listening, and be sure to hit that SUBSCRIBE button!
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Daniel Gafford Previews Dallas Mavs vs. LA Clippers Playoff Series: 'Chemistry Through The Roof'
Dallas Mavericks big man Daniel Gafford spoke to local reporters on Thursday after practice. The 25-year-old center previewed the Mavs' first-round NBA playoff matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers as well as his fit in Dallas since coming over in a trade deadline deal earlier this season. Be sure to SUBSCRIBE if you haven't already!
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