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The Dallas Mavericks have two first round picks this year in the NBA Draft. How much pressure is the organization under to get it right for the future of Cooper Flagg? The DLLS Mavs crew discusses that plus, they go ‘Around the Association’ to discuss the latest trade rumors in the NBA and more!

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The Dallas Mavericks offseason is in full swing after the New York Knicks were crowned NBA Champions. What must happen for Cooper Flagg and the Mavs to have success this offseason? Slightly Biased joins KG on today’s episode to talk all things NBA Draft and more. Plus, Marc Stein joins the show as the guys dial up ‘The Stein Line’ to discuss the Mavs coaching search and more!

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Joshua Jefferson had a fantastic senior season for the Iowa State Cyclones. Does he make sense as the Mavs selection with pick no. 30? We breakdown his game and discuss if his game would work with Cooper Flagg.

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Kingston Flemings had a stellar freshman season at Houston, showing off his speed, floor-vision and three-level scoring. What would it look like if he joined Kyrie Irving, Cooper Flagg and the Mavs? James Barlowe of NBA Draft Junkies and NBA Big Board joins the show as we break down Flemings' game and predict how he would fit on the Mavericks. 

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Rejoice, Dallas Mavericks fans! Today marks 15 years since Dirk Nowitzki, Jason Terry, and the Mavs vanquished the Miami Heat’s Big 3 to win the NBA championship. Brian Dameris joins the DLLS Mavs crew to reflect on that wonderful run. Plus, we discuss lessons learned from the 2026 Finals that the current Mavericks can learn from and a whole lot more, live on YouTube!

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Many Dallas Mavericks are very excited about Darius Acuff, an incredible scoring guard from Arkansas. The DLLS Mavs crew dives into that makes him such an intriguing prospect. Plus, they react to the Knicks' all-time comeback against the Spurs in Game 4 of the Finals and much more, live on YouTube!

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Our own Marc Stein has reported a handful of names in consideration to be the next head coach for Cooper Flagg and the Dallas Mavericks. The DLLS Mavs crew examines the names, headlined by current Minnesota Timberwolves assistant Micah Nori. Plus, we dive into what it would take (or if it’s even possible) for the Mavs to trade up to select AJ Dybantsa in the NBA Draft and much more, live on YouTube!

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Illinois guard Keaton Wagler has risen all the way into the top-5 in some mocks ahead of the 2026 NBA Draft. But is there a chance the impressive freshman could fall to the Dallas Mavericks at No. 9? And, if so, should the Mavs rush to the podium to select him? The DLLS Mavs crew discusses. Plus, we state our case for who we believe they should pick ninth if the draft goes all chalk, they react to Game 3 of the Finals, and much more, live on YouTube!

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By now we know a lot of the usual names who could be on the board when the Dallas Mavericks pick at 9 in the 2026 NBA Draft. Brayden Burries. Mikel Brown Jr. Perhaps Yaxel Lendeborg or Aday Mara. But what if some weird things happen? What if chaos ensues? Could the Mavs possibly trade down, or even trade UP? The DLLS Mavs crew explores some more off-beat scenarios ahead of what will be a very important Draft night for Masai Ujiri, Mike Schmitz, and the Mavericks!

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Michael Grange of Sportsnet covered Masai Ujiri for years when he was in the Toronto Raptor's front office. He chats with Marc Stein about Masai's time in Toronto and what it means for his tenure as the Mavericks President of Basketball Operations. They dive into his history of delivering fire quotes that will hype up a fanbase, which he has already done in Dallas, and discuss his draft history and what it says about the type of players Masai will select to construct a core around franchise superstar Cooper Flagg.

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Koa Peat came into his freshman year as a projected lottery pick but after an inconsistent season combined with a less-than-ideal jump shot he's been slipping on draft boards. If he fell all the way to pick no. 30 could the Mavs take the bruising forward to pair with Cooper Flagg? How would that combo look together and could it overcome Koa's jump shot woes? Can the Mavs afford to take a project like Peat who might take multiple years to fix the shooting issues? We dive into all of that and...

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Mavericks President Masai Ujiri has been on the job for one month. So what grades would you give him for the overhaul of Cooper Flagg’s Mavs so far? Plus, the guys profile Darryn Peterson heading into the NBA Draft. And, Marc Stein joins the show to discuss the Mavs coaching search, Mock Draft Friday and more!

3:38 - What grade would you Masai after one month in the Mavs front office?

18:17 - Darryn Peterson player evaluation- our thoughts on the polarizing prospect after an up and down se...

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The Mavericks are casting a wide net in their head coaching search, and the early names are turning heads. Dallas has reportedly reached out to Cooper Flagg’s old Duke coach Jon Scheyer and Michigan’s freshly-crowned national champion Dusty May, along with several NBA assistants in the mix. So who’s the best fit to lead Flagg, Kyrie Irving and this new-look Mavs core? Plus James Barlowe of NBA Draft Junkies joins us in studio to talk his favorite prospects, who he would pick for the Mavs at no. 9, and break...

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The Mavs’ no. 9 pick is a must-hit for Dallas- what route should the Mavericks go? Best player available or best fit? We dive into Ron Harrod Jr.’s first mock draft- which you can find here: https://alldlls.com/2026-nba-mock-draft/. Plus, Duke's Cameron Boozer is following in the footsteps of his Blue Devil brethren, Cooper Flagg, putting together a dominant freshman season. A bruising, polished forward who's reshaped how scouts talk about the 2026 NBA Draft- we break down Cam Boozer's play-style and his Duke Blue Devils dominance, and whether the Mavericks have...

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NBA fans sounded off in Tim Cato’s ALLCITY NBA fan survey, particularly about the state of officiating league-wide. That was also a big talking point during the playoffs, especially regarding Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s… knack, we’ll call it… for drawing contact. Cato joins the DLLS Mavs crew to discuss the survey’s results. Plus, we dive deeper into the Dallas Mavericks’ announcement of a new stadium site at the old Valley View Mall lot off 635 and Preston.

1:43 - Diving into our thoughts and reactions to the Mavericks newly announced move...

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The Dallas Mavericks have chosen a site for their new arena: the North Dallas location on which Valley View Mall used to sit. The club will stay at American Airlines Center through the 2030-31 season. The DLLS Mavs crew reacts to the news that the Mavs are moving out of downtown Dallas for the first time in franchise history.

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New Dallas Mavericks general manager Mike Schmitz joined local media on Friday for a roundtable discussion about the draft, his teambuilding vision, and much more. The DLLS Mavs crew reacts to some of the most interesting moments. Plus, they dive into some Koa Peat tape, talk Thunder/Spurs, and much more.

2:24 - Discussing Mike Schmitz's quotes from his media roundtable. The Mavs want to find a "difference-maker" at pick no. 9, Kyrie is "completely locked in" and the qualities Schmitz wants in the next head coach

18:56 - Koa...

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ALL NBA Podcast and ESPN's Tim Legler joins the show to discuss Jason Kidd's departure from the Mavs and whether it came as a surprise. Then, we look to the future as Legler tells us how to best build around Cooper Flagg, whether Dallas should keep Kyrie Irving or look to trade him, what type of coach the Mavericks should hire to be their next head coach, and what type of player Dallas should target with their no. 9 pick.

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The Dallas Mavericks have the 9th pick in the upcoming NBA Draft. What’s the best-case scenario when it rolls around to them at No. 9? The DLLS Mavs crew follows their fun Friday tradition of doing a mock draft. Plus, our latest thoughts from the playoffs and a look at Joshua Jefferson, an Iowa State forward with connective playmaking ability who might be on the board when the Mavs pick at No. 30.

0:00 - Intro and a little Dallas Wings discussion

2:42- Joshua Jefferson player profile- should the ve...

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The Dallas Mavericks are less than a month away from the NBA Draft and are looking for a running mate for Cooper Flagg. Could Stanford standout scorer Ebuka Okorie be a late first round steal to join Kyrie Irving & Flagg? The crew profiles Okorie’s potential with the Mavs, plus the guys dial up ‘The Stein Line’ with Marc Stein live in-studio and more!

3:19 - Who is the Maverick most likely to be traded this offseason?

11:01 - Is the Mavs next head coach currently coaching in the postse...

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What will the Mavericks do with the No. 9 pick in the NBA Draft? Is Karim Lopez out of New Zealand the prototypical Masai Ujiri pick to pair alongside Cooper Flagg? The DLLS Mavs crew breaks down Lopez’s player profile, plus Tim Legler joins the show to discuss all the changes the Mavericks have made and more!

2:05 - Karim López player evaluation- is he the exact type of draft prospect Masai tends to gravitate towards?

17:31 - Tim Legler joins the show to discuss Jason Kidd's departure fro...

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Michigan forward Morez Johnson Jr. was a member of a monster frontcourt which ultimately went on to win the national championship. He’s generally ranked third on draft boards compared to his former teammates Yaxel Lendeborg and Aday Mara. Should he be? The DLLS Mavs crew discusses why Johnson could be a perfect fit alongside Cooper Flagg on Masai Ujiri’s Dallas Mavericks. Plus, Marc Stein is joined by Sportsnet’s Michael Grange to learn more about Ujiri’s tenure in Toronto and much more!

1:56 - Would you do these fa...

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ESPN NBA Insider Bobby Marks joins the show to discuss Jason Kidd's departure from the Mavericks and the reaction to it around the league. Plus, he discusses what he thinks Masai Ujiri's plan is for Kyrie Irving. And he dives into whether Dallas should trade veterans like Klay Thompson, P.J. Washington, Naji Marshall and Daniel Gafford.

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Sam Vecenie of The Athletic talks with Marc Stein about this years' loaded draft class. Should the Mavs pick Kingston Flemings, Brayden Burries, Mikel Brown Jr. or Labaron Philon to pair with Cooper Flagg? What's behind Aday Mara's draft stock rise? What does Masai Ujiri look for in a draft prospect? What insight can he give on new GM Mike Schmitz? He answers all those questions and MORE!

**Editor's note: This was recorded before the Mavs and Jason Kidd mutually parted ways.**

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Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg had a sensational rookie season. Is he already a top-20 player in the NBA? The DLLS Mavs crew discusses. Plus, we’re joined by ESPN’s Bobby Marks to discuss the Mavericks’ summer options, Marc Stein joins with the latest on the Mavs’ coaching search, and we do another mock draft! It’s a fun Friday show!

5:51 - Mavs coaching search discussion

17:33 ESPN's Bobby Marks joins the show to discuss what the Mavs could do at no. 9, Masai Ujiri and their coaching search

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With Masai Ujiri, Mike Schmitz, and the Dallas Mavericks moving on from Jason Kidd and launching their coaching search, the DLLS Mavs crew lists some of their top choices for who could be the replacement boss moving forward. Plus, we take a look back at Jason Kidd’s tenure as head coach, including the highs, lows, and everything in-between!

2:10 - Blind ranking coaching candidates

18:45 - Looking back on Jason Kidd's tenure as head coach

35:38 - Marc Stein joins the show

37:29 - A superchat lea...

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The Dallas Mavericks surprised everybody Tuesday when they announced they had mutually agreed to part ways with head coach Jason Kidd. DLLS reporter and NBA insider Marc Stein joins the show to discuss the details behind Kidd's departure. Plus, he dives into the upcoming coaching search and breaks down how Masai Ujiri's previous coaching searches have gone.

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With the mutual parting of way between the Dallas Mavericks and former head coach Jason Kidd, we decided to revisit one of our favorite J-Kidd segments. Take a trip down memory lane with us as we power rank his best quotes from his time coaching Maverick greats including Cooper Flagg, Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic. And stay until the end for when he told our own Ron Harrod Jr.: "I know what the f*** I'm doing."

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Dallas Mavericks president of basketball operations Masai Ujiri spoke with media today regarding the mutual decision to part ways with former head coach Jason Kidd. The DLLS Mavs crew discusses his comments on Cooper Flagg, Kyrie Irving, the Kidd decision, building toward the future, and much more. Plus we’re joined by Marc Stein for more on his reporting behind the decision.

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The Dallas Mavericks are trying to build something special around Cooper Flagg. The day after watching the OKC Thunder and San Antonio Spurs playing some otherworldly basketball, the DLLS Mavs crew discusses if the Mavericks are close to being able to compete with the top dogs in the Western Conference. Plus, they dive into Aday Mara’s tape to determine if he’s a viable option at No. 9 overall in the 2026 NBA Draft.

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Bennett Stirtz isn’t the top guard in the 2026 NBA Draft class, but he can absolutely excel on the offensive end where the Dallas Mavericks need help as they rebuild the team around Cooper Flagg and (hopefully) Kyrie Irving. The DLLS Mavs crew discusses his potential fit. Plus, they get into some stories from around the league, react to the latest mock draft from ALLCITY's Will Gottlieb (you can find it here: https://alldlls.com/nba-mock-draft-keaton-wagler-second-wave-prospects/).

3:24 - Reacting to Will Gottlieb's latest mock draft

19:15 - Bennett Stirtz pl...

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ALLCITY NBA Draft Analyst and co-host of the CHGO Bulls Podcast Will Gottlieb joins the show to dive into who he believes the Mavericks should target with the ninth pick. Markel Brown Jr, Brayden Burries, Labaron Philon, Kingston Flemings, Keaton Wagler- who should the Mavs draft to join forces with Cooper Flagg? Plus, he gives his evaluation of Yaxel Lendeborg, discusses Combine star Cameron Carr and we debate whether the Mavericks should consider trading down.

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Labaron Philon had a breakout season for the Alabama Crimson Tide, leading the team in scoring on the way to a Sweet 16 appearance, First-Team All-SEC honors and multiple All-American teams. The shifty guard has outstanding scoring chops and perhaps the best handles in the draft. We break down his potential fit on the Mavs and explain why he might be the ideal player to learn from Kyrie Irving.

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Saul Bookman of PHNX Sports and the AZ Wildcats podcast joins the show to dive into Brayden Burries' outstanding freshman season and his fit on the Mavericks with Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving. Plus, we discuss Koa Peat's underwhelming season and combine and whether the young forward should consider returning to Arizona for another season.

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Michigan forward Yaxel Lendeborg had a terrific season. Despite being 23 going on 24 years old, could the big wing be a fit next to Cooper Flagg with the Dallas Mavericks? The DLLS Mavs crew dives deep into his game to discuss. Plus, we do our first official mock draft of the season!

1:08 - The show quickly goes off the rails- Discussion on Drake, getting "got" by fake tweets and parking in spots that aren't your own. PLUS Bobby's RANT on trucks.

9:23 - Yaxel Lendeborg player evaluation- and how would he fit on a team with Cooper...

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Tennessee forward Nate Ament is considered to be a high-potential lottery pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Is he the right choice to pair alongside Cooper Flagg on the wing for the Dallas Mavericks for years to come? The DLLS Mavs crew discuss this and more. Later in the show we’re joined by ALLCITY draft analyst Will Gottlieb to discuss what he’s seen, heard, and learned from the NBA Draft Combine in Chicago.

2:05 - Nate Ament player evaluation- would he be a good high-upside choice to slide in next...

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The NBA Draft Combine is well underway in Chicago. Which potential Dallas Mavericks targets at 9 have stood out so far? The DLLS Mavs crew dives into some of the measurables and stats from the first few days. Plus, they discuss whether Labaron Philon would be a good fit alongside Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving, and much more!

2:53 - Updates from the NBA Combine, plus do the measurements REALLY matter?

19:30 - Labaron Philon has IMPRESSIVE handles and scoring ability...how would he fit with the Mavericks?

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Louisville point guard Mikel Brown Jr. says he’s a huge fan of Dallas. Should Mavericks fans be huge fans of his? The DLLS Mavs crew believes so. They discuss what makes Brown such an intriguing prospect, and if he’ll even be on the board when the Mavs pick at 9. Plus, Marc Stein weighs in on the Combine and Arizona basketball authority Saul Bookman joins to discuss more about Brayden Burries, another player who the Mavericks could target 9th overall in the NBA Draft.

2:49 - Mikel Brown Jr. Play...