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Does Jason Kidd deserve credit for Cooper Flagg’s breakout start, or is the Dallas Mavericks star’s rise all talent and roster construction? Breaking down Cooper Flagg’s usage rate, Mavs on/off stats, Kyrie Irving’s role, and who deserves “credit cookies” for the Mavs’ 2-2 start to the NBA season.

Nick Angstadt hands out credit cookies for the Dallas Mavericks’ season so far, digging into Jason Kidd, Dusty May, and how much credit Cooper Flagg deserves for his elite start. Nick also looks at how Dusty May has handled Zaccharie Risacher, the unsung workhorse play of PJ Washi...

The Dallas Mavericks beat the Miami Heat behind an 11-assist night from Cooper Flagg, and head coach Dusty May revealed why he’ll never tell Zaccharie Risacher to stop shooting. Why does Dusty May see Cooper Flagg as the Mavs’ top playmaker with 15-20 assist games ahead, and what did Kyrie Irving say about Risacher’s effort in this NBA win?

Nick Angstadt breaks down Dusty May’s “next shot” mentality, how it differs from the Jason Kidd era, and what it means for Mavs role players like Zaccharie Risacher, PJ Washington, and Max Christie. Nick explains why Dusty Ma...

Cooper Flagg leads the Dallas Mavericks to a clutch win over the Miami Heat in a nail-biter NBA matchup. The Mavs shine with standout performances from Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving, showcasing the team's potential and grit on both ends of the court. Dallas Mavericks fans will want to catch this breakdown of how the Mavs battled late, the impact of key defensive plays, and what this means for the NBA season.

Nick Angstadt, along with Isaac Harris and special guest Slightly Biased, recaps what Cooper Flagg, Kyrie Irving, and the Dallas Mavericks did to secure the...

The Dallas Mavericks visit the Miami Heat tonight at Kaseya Center in an NBA matchup between two teams trying to find their footing early in the 2026-27 season. Will Cooper Flagg return from his shoulder sprain, and can Kyrie Irving and the Mavs bounce back from a home-opener loss to the San Antonio Spurs?

Nick Angstadt goes live with Mavs fans to react to every big moment from Dallas Mavericks vs Miami Heat as it happens. Nick watches how PJ Washington, Max Christie, Daniel Gafford, Marcus Sasser, Zaccharie Risacher, and rookie Sergio De Larrea fill the gaps...

Sergio de Larrea delivered a breakout performance as the Dallas Mavericks faced the San Antonio Spurs, spotlighting the Mavs’ young talent this NBA season. With Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving leading the charge, the conversation covers Dallas Mavericks player development, rotation battles, and keys to future success in the NBA.

Isaac Harris discusses Sergio de Larrea’s impressive showing, his fit alongside Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving, and his impact on the Mavericks’ rotation. The episode breaks down strategic moves against the San Antonio Spurs, with mentions of Daniel Gafford, Marcus Sasser, Walter Clayton Jr., and the versat...

The Dallas Mavericks have listed Cooper Flagg as questionable against the Miami Heat, but with a brand-new Mavs medical staff and front office, what does that NBA injury designation actually mean anymore? After Kyrie Irving sat out the home opener and a surprise minutes restriction for Morez Johnson Jr., how should Dallas Mavericks fans read injury news this NBA season?

Nick Angstadt and Isaac Harris break down Cooper Flagg’s shoulder sprain timeline, how Dusty May and the new regime are handling information, and why Naji Marshall disappeared in the second half against the San Antonio Spurs. Th...

The Dallas Mavericks lost their NBA home opener to the San Antonio Spurs, 122-106, after Kyrie Irving was a late scratch and Cooper Flagg sat out. Did the Mavs owe fans an earlier warning about Kyrie Irving, and what did Sergio de Larrea’s 21-point breakout show about the Dallas Mavericks’ young guards?

Nick Angstadt is joined by Slightly Biased to break down why Kyrie Irving sat on the second night of a back-to-back, how fans reacted, and whether the NBA schedule is to blame. They dig into strong nights from Daniel Gafford, Naji Marshall, Marcus Sasser, Zacc...

The Dallas Mavericks beat the Indiana Pacers, but Cooper Flagg’s shoulder injury after a hard foul from Aaron Nesmith has Mavs fans asking if he’ll miss the NBA home opener against the San Antonio Spurs. Will Kyrie Irving play on the back-to-back, and what does Kyrie Irving fouling out for the first time in his career mean for the Mavs?

Nick Angstadt, Isaac Harris, and Slightly Biased react to Dusty May’s update on Cooper Flagg, Kyrie Irving’s message about protecting Cooper Flagg, and what an AC joint sprain could mean for Flagg’s timeline...

The Dallas Mavericks beat the Indiana Pacers 121-105 for their first win of the NBA season, even after Cooper Flagg left with a left shoulder injury and Kyrie Irving fouled out for the first time in his career. How did the Mavs role players hold off the Pacers, and how worried should Dallas be about Cooper Flagg’s shoulder?

Nick Angstadt is joined by Isaac Harris and Slightly Biased to break down Aaron Nesmith’s hard foul on Cooper Flagg, Naji Marshall’s leadership, and Kyrie Irving’s aggressive start. They dig into big nights from PJ Washingt...

The Dallas Mavericks look for their first win of the 2026-27 NBA season tonight against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Can Cooper Flagg, Kyrie Irving, and the Mavs bounce back from a blowout opening-night loss to the Houston Rockets and pick up their first win of the NBA season?

Nick Angstadt goes live with Mavs fans to react to every big moment from Dallas Mavericks vs Indiana Pacers as it happens. Nick watches whether Cooper Flagg can follow up his 32-point opener, and whether Kyrie Irving, PJ Washington, Naji Marshall, Daniel Gafford, and Zaccharie Risacher can...

Marcus Sasser scored 17 points in 24 minutes and was the lone surprise bright spot for the Dallas Mavericks in their season-opening loss to the Houston Rockets. What did Kyrie Irving and Cooper Flagg say about Sasser, and can he become the Mavs’ next lead guard in the NBA?

Nick Angstadt breaks down what Kyrie Irving and Cooper Flagg said about Marcus Sasser and why Dusty May played him over Sergio De Larrea. He goes bucket by bucket through Sasser’s 17 points, from transition corner 3s off passes from Naji Marshall and Kyrie Irving to a pick and roll with...

The Dallas Mavericks kick off the NBA season with Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving leading the Mavs into a new era. Get all the latest insights on the Mavs' opening loss to the Houston Rockets, season expectations, player development, and what to watch for in their matchup against the Indiana Pacers.

Isaac Harris covers why he’s still excited about this Dallas Mavericks season, evaluating key performances and what success looks like for the Mavs moving forward. Hear analysis on Cooper Flagg’s shot making, turnovers, and the roles of Daniel Gafford, PJ Washington, Naji Marshall, Max Chri...

The Dallas Mavericks opened the NBA season with a loss to the Houston Rockets after a 38-12 second quarter where transition defense, communication and effort all broke down for the Mavs. What did Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving say about why the Dallas Mavericks lost, and how can the Mavs fix their second-quarter problem?

Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit)  breaks down postgame audio from Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving, along with Dusty May’s comments on transition defense and the missing vocal defensive leader. He explains why Marcus Sasser’s shot creation off the bench matters, why Morez Johnson Jr. c...

The Dallas Mavericks fell to the Houston Rockets in their NBA season opener after a 38-12 second quarter, but Cooper Flagg’s 32 points and Kyrie Irving’s return gave the Mavs something to build on. Why did the Mavs go 0-for-14 from three in that quarter, and how do Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving fix it?

Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) & Slightly Biased (Slightly Biased) break down what went wrong for the Dallas Mavericks against the Houston Rockets, and why Kyrie Irving and Cooper Flagg have to set the tone from the start. They dig into Cooper Flagg living at t...

The Dallas Mavericks open the 2026-27 NBA season tonight against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center in the Battle of Texas. Can Cooper Flagg, Kyrie Irving, and the Mavs pull off an opening-night upset of Kevin Durant and the Rockets, or will Houston start the NBA season with a statement win?

Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit)  goes live with Mavs fans to break down every big moment from Dallas Mavericks vs Houston Rockets as it happens. Nick reacts in real time to how Cooper Flagg, Kyrie Irving, PJ Washington, Daniel Gafford, Naji Marshall, and Morez Johnson Jr. hold up a...

The Dallas Mavericks fan base brought the questions at a live Mavs Q&A, from whether Kyrie Irving or Cooper Flagg should take the final shot to what Cooper Flagg’s defensive ceiling looks like in the NBA. Should the Mavs cut Tarik Biberovic for Walter Clayton Jr., what would it take for Cooper Flagg to make an All-NBA team, and could Kyrie Irving be traded before the NBA trade deadline?

Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) & Isaac Harris (@IsaacLHarris) answer questions from the Raccoon Squad live at the Manhattan Project. They break down Daniel Gafford’s and PJ Washington’s trad...

Is Cooper Flagg about to make a LeBron James-like second-year leap for the Dallas Mavericks, and which Mavs players are the best value buys before the NBA season tips off? From Cooper Flagg’s All-Star potential to Kyrie Irving’s fan approval rating, these are the Dallas Mavericks superlatives every Mavs fan needs to hear before the NBA regular season begins.

Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) & Isaac Harris (@IsaacLHarris) go live to hand out Mavs superlatives, starting with the players whose stock is about to soar: Cooper Flagg, Morez Johnson Jr., Sergio de Larrea, and Marcus Sasser. They break down...

The Dallas Mavericks enter the NBA season with major storylines surrounding Kyrie Irving, Cooper Flagg, and the future of the Mavs. How will Kyrie Irving's impact shape the season, and what can fans expect from Dallas' young star Cooper Flagg as the Mavs take on the rest of the NBA?

Isaac Harris dives into Kyrie Irving’s crucial role with the Dallas Mavericks, his growing connection with the fanbase, and what makes his partnership with Cooper Flagg one of the biggest storylines in the NBA. Hear discussion about Mavs Team President Masai Ujiri, as well as other pl...

The Dallas Mavericks let the NBA extension deadline pass without new deals for Dereck Lively II, Max Christie, and Marcus Sasser, while waiving Dwight Powell and keeping Moussa Cissé. What do these Mavs roster decisions say about the future around Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving, and is Dereck Lively II now headed for restricted free agency?

Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit)  breaks down why the Dallas Mavericks didn’t extend Dereck Lively II, what Masai Ujiri’s “free agency is dead” comment means for restricted free agency, and why Masai Ujiri and Mike Schmitz could still land Lively at a value. N...

Who are the BEST and WORST teams in the NBA heading into the 2026-27 season? With opening night just around the corner, Locked On NBA Daily reveals its official 30-team NBA Power Rankings, organized into S-through-F tiers!

Wes Goldberg, Matt Moore and Haize unveil rankings voted on by hosts from all 30 Locked On NBA team podcasts, debating the biggest surprises, overrated contenders and underrated playoff hopefuls.

The Oklahoma City Thunder, San Antonio Spurs and defending champion New York Knicks headline the exclusive S Tier. But do Victor Wembanyama's Spurs belong alongside the NBA's elite?

Cooper Flagg’s NBA award odds are turning heads, and the Dallas Mavericks may have a real Most Improved Player candidate on their hands. Can Cooper Flagg, Kyrie Irving, and the Mavs crash the NBA awards conversation this season, from All-NBA to the MVP race?

Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) & Isaac Harris (@IsaacLHarris) break down Cooper Flagg’s case for Most Improved, his surprisingly short All-NBA odds, and where Kyrie Irving and the Mavs land in the MVP odds. They make their picks for MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, Rookie of the Year, Sixth Man, and Coach of the...

The Dallas Mavericks landed in the B tier of the Locked On NBA season preview tier rankings, alongside the Heat, Magic, Hawks, Jazz, Suns, and Blazers. Are Cooper Flagg, Kyrie Irving, and the Mavs a play-in team in a crowded NBA Western Conference, or can they climb into the next tier?

Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) & Isaac Harris (@IsaacLHarris) break down where the Dallas Mavericks rank against the Thunder, Spurs, Timberwolves, Lakers, Rockets, and Nuggets, and which East teams like the Celtics, Pistons, and Raptors might be overrated. They also look at whether the Mavs, Trail Blazers, Suns, or...

Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving showed star power in the Dallas Mavericks' NBA preseason game against the Atlanta Hawks, but the Mavs still have major question marks around their supporting cast. Dallas Mavericks fans will get insight on the latest rotation, defensive concerns, and how Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving are being integrated into Dusty May’s game plan for the NBA season.

Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) & Slightly Biased (Slightly Biased) break down the Mavs' preseason loss to the Hawks, analyzing key performances from Daniel Gafford, PJ Washington, Naji Marshall, Morez Johnson Jr., Sergio de Larrea, Marcus Sasser, Ma...

The Dallas Mavericks face one of their final roster decisions of the NBA preseason, as Dwight Powell pushes for a spot that could cost Moussa Cisse his place with the Mavs. With Kyrie Irving, Cooper Flagg, and a young Dallas Mavericks core heading into the NBA season, should the Mavs keep their franchise-legend veteran or bet on the younger, more athletic center?

Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) & Isaac Harris (@IsaacLHarris) debate whether the Mavs should keep Dwight Powell over Moussa Cisse, after Dusty May praised Powell’s impact and reports linked the Philadelphia 76ers to Cisse. They break down wh...

The annual NBA GM Survey is out, and only 7% of NBA GMs picked Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg to have a breakout season, while Dylan Harper of the Spurs led the vote. With Kyrie Irving shifting into more of an off-ball role and the Mavs putting the ball in Cooper Flagg’s hands, is the NBA about to regret sleeping on Dallas?

Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) & Isaac Harris (@IsaacLHarris) break down every Mavericks mention in the NBA GM Survey, from Cooper Flagg’s breakout snub to a GM voting the Dallas Mavericks the most improved team. They dig into...

The Dallas Mavericks lost to the New Orleans Pelicans in NBA preseason, and head coach Dusty May said the Mavs lacked offensive variety without Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving on the court. What does offensive variety really mean for the Mavs, and how much of the Pelicans loss should Dallas Mavericks fans actually worry about?

Nick Angstadt breaks down Dusty May's postgame comments and how Cooper Flagg, Kyrie Irving, Marcus Sasser, Santi Aldama, Morez Johnson Jr., and Daniel Gafford each add offensive variety the Mavs didn't have against the Pelicans. Nick also covers Dusty May's "all the...

The Dallas Mavericks experimented with Naji Marshall as point guard in their NBA preseason showdown against the Pelicans, raising questions about backup options and roster construction. How will the Mavs look next to stars like Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving, and what does this mean for the upcoming NBA season?

Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) & Slightly Biased (Slightly Biased) break down the Mavs' latest preseason performance, discussing the playmaking of Sergio de Larrea, the activity from Moussa Cisse, and the development of Zaccharie Risacher. Hear their thoughts on PJ Washington, Max Christie, Daniel Gafford’s absence, and more on th...

Can Cooper Flagg make First Team All-NBA in his second season with the Dallas Mavericks the way Luka Doncic did? The Mavs face a stronger NBA superstar class, a 65-game minimum, and a Western Conference race that will shape Cooper Flagg, Kyrie Irving, and the Dallas Mavericks’ trade deadline plans.

Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) & Isaac Harris (@IsaacLHarris) answer listener questions about what Cooper Flagg would need to crack an All-NBA First Team of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nikola Jokic, Victor Wembanyama, and Cade Cunningham. They also rank the Mavs’ priorities this season: making the play-in or playoffs, evaluating a young core...

Which young Dallas Mavericks player changes the Mavs’ future the most if he hits his highest NBA outcome: Morez Johnson Jr., Dereck Lively II, Sergio de Larrea, Zaccharie Risacher, or Max Christie? With Cooper Flagg primed for a second-year leap and Kyrie Irving on the roster, the Mavs’ ceiling may hinge on which of these young pieces reaches his peak.

Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) & Isaac Harris (@IsaacLHarris) debate whether a healthy Dereck Lively II or a Bam Adebayo–Draymond Green–Al Horford style Morez Johnson Jr. does more for the Dallas Mavericks next to Cooper Flagg. They also look at...

Is Cooper Flagg already a top 25 NBA player after landing 26th on Locked On NBA’s Top 100 list? Can the Dallas Mavericks star make the NBA All-Star leap in Year 2, pass Jaylen Brown and Kevin Durant, and lift Kyrie Irving and the Mavs to a .500 season?

Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) & Isaac Harris (@IsaacLHarris) react to Matt Moore, Wes Goldberg, and Haize of Locked On NBA debating Cooper Flagg’s floor, his young LeBron James comparison, and whether he can drive winning the way Victor Wembanyama does for the San Antonio Spurs. They also push back on Scottie Barnes rank...

Dallas Mavericks rookie Sergio De Larrea has opened NBA preseason with 20 points, 10 assists and solid shooting from three, and his playmaking is forcing his way into the Mavs rotation next to Kyrie Irving and Cooper Flagg. Why did the Dallas Mavericks trade up for Sergio De Larrea, and what does the Mavs guard rotation look like heading into the NBA season?

Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) & Isaac Harris (@IsaacLHarris) break down every pass Sergio De Larrea has made in preseason, his size and fit as a big point guard, and player comps from Ricky Rubio and LaMelo Ball to...

The Dallas Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg looks like a different player through two NBA preseason games against the Houston Rockets, getting to the free throw line 8 times in 25 minutes and looking more comfortable on defense. Is a year 2 leap coming for Cooper Flagg alongside Kyrie Irving, and is Max Christie playing his way into the Mavs starting lineup?

Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit), Isaac Harris (@IsaacLHarris), & Slightly Biased (Slightly Biased) break down Cooper Flagg’s preseason, Max Christie’s aggressive drives, and whether the Mavs targeted Zaccharie Risacher or simply grabbed an opportunity. The crew debates what Mavs GM Mike Schmit...

Kyrie Irving returned for the Dallas Mavericks in a preseason win over the Houston Rockets, and the Mavs looked faster, more 3-point heavy and finally watchable alongside Cooper Flagg. What did Kyrie Irving’s NBA return show us about the Mavs offense, Dusty May’s rotations and the Dallas Mavericks’ outlook for the NBA season?

Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit), Isaac Harris (@IsaacLHarris), & Slightly Biased (Slightly Biased) break down Kyrie Irving’s return and the plays that showed he still looks like old Kyrie, including the Cooper Flagg chase-down block into a Kyrie Irving transition 3. They dig into Naji Marshall...

FULL LIVE STREAM REPLAY: The Dallas Mavericks face the Houston Rockets LIVE in Mavs preseason action from The Venetian Arena in Macau as part of the NBA China Games 2026. How do Cooper Flagg, Kyrie Irving, and the Mavs look against Alperen Sengun, Amen Thompson, and the Rockets in Dallas Mavericks preseason basketball overseas?

Nick Angstadt. & Isaac Harris react live to every big play from Mavs vs Rockets in Macau, breaking down Cooper Flagg’s development, Kyrie Irving’s return to the floor, and what the rotation looks like for the Dallas Mavericks heading into the NBA regular seas...

The Dallas Mavericks fell behind the Houston Rockets in their first NBA preseason game, and Marcus Sasser’s adductor injury puts a dent in the Mavs’ guard rotation behind Kyrie Irving. Is the Naji Marshall and Cooper Flagg pairing still a bad fit, and did the Mavs pick the right Michigan big in Morez Johnson Jr. over Aday Mara?

Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit), Isaac Harris (@IsaacLHarris), & Slightly Biased (Slightly Biased) break down the Mavs’ injury news, including Sasser, PJ Washington, Santi Aldama, and Caleb Martin, and what Naji Marshall starting at point guard says about the rotation. They get in...

The Dallas Mavericks opened the NBA preseason against the Houston Rockets in Macau with a faster pace and 51 three-point attempts, while Cooper Flagg put up 19 points despite constant double teams. With Kyrie Irving sitting out, what did the Mavs’ new offense, Cooper Flagg’s second-year leap and the young Dallas Mavericks rotation show in the first NBA preseason game?

Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit), Isaac Harris (@IsaacLHarris), & Slightly Biased (Slightly Biased) break down the Mavs vs Rockets preseason game: Cooper Flagg’s performance, the Mavs’ three-point volume and what a realistic play-in expectation looks like for Dallas. They look at Morez...

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Kyrie Irving trade rumors keep linking the Dallas Mavericks and Houston Rockets, but the Mavs aren't moving their star guard as the NBA preseason opens in Macau. What would a Kyrie Irving trade really cost, and why does Kyrie matter so much to Cooper Flagg's development in Dallas?

Nick Angstadt is joined by Jackson Gatlin of Locked On Rockets for a Mavs-Rockets crossover breaking down Kyrie Irving's ties to Kevin Durant and Ime Udoka, the Rockets' control of the Mavs' 2029 first-round pick, and what Mavs Team President Masai Ujiri might want in return. Jackson explains whether Fred...

The Dallas Mavericks are aiming for a top 8 seed in the NBA's Western Conference, with Kyrie Irving returning and Cooper Flagg entering his second season. Can the Mavs finish above the Utah Jazz, Phoenix Suns, Golden State Warriors and Portland Trail Blazers in the West?

Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) & Isaac Harris (@IsaacLHarris) finish their Mavs board bets. They debate whether Dallas finishes above the 8.5 seed, whether the Mavs or Jazz have the better record, and whether Morez Johnson Jr. or Santi Aldama plays more minutes. They also pick which two-way player lasts longest among Tobi Lawal, Jett Howard...

Will Cooper Flagg make the NBA All-Star team in his second season with the Dallas Mavericks, and who does he need to pass in the Western Conference to get there? Plus Mavs board bets and over/under predictions on Cooper Flagg's scoring, Kyrie Irving's return, 3-point percentages, and how many trades Dallas makes this NBA season.

Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) & Isaac Harris (@IsaacLHarris) make their annual Mavs board bets, starting with why Cooper Flagg could make a Kevin Durant-style second-year leap to the All-Star team with Kyrie Irving back and Dusty May's new system creating better shots. They...