Luka makes All-NBA First Team, the Clippers devastating (and satisfying) collapse, and Mavs Offseason Mailbag 2.0

Mavs/Heat recap, tankathon race update, and Mike Fisher discusses Mavs free agency and the Rick Carlisle/Lakers rumor: Dalton Trigg (@dalton_trigg) and Matt Galatzan (@MattGalatzan) recap the Dallas Mavericks' 105-99 loss to the Miami Heat, a game that did not disappoint the large number of Slovenians that made the trip to see countrymen Luka Doncic and Goran Dragic square off against one another. The guys then take a look at where the Mavs stand in the tankathon 'race to the bottom' before having DallasBasketball.com's Mike Fisher on the show to discuss 1) why D-Wade's legacy isn't as close to Dirk Nowtizki's as the national media would have you think, 2) the Mavs options for creating more cap space in free agency this summer, and 3) his exclusive with Mavs owner Mark Cuban on the Rick Carlisle / Los Angeles Lakers rumor. Thanks for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/step-back-mavs/support by Mavs Step Back Podcast

69 min listen

Mavs blowout win in Charlotte, trade talk, Luka as an All-Star & much more!: The first episode of The Step Back: A Mavs Podcast, where Dalton Trigg & Matt Galatzan discuss a number of topics, including: the inspiration behind the podcast, the Dallas Mavericks blowout win over the Hornets to start out 2019, a preview the upcoming back-to-back with the Celtics & 76ers over the weekend, Mavs trade talk, Luka Doncic potentially being the first 19-year-old to make the All-Star game, the Mavs attempting to trademark "The Matador," & finally, a look ahead to next week's stretch against the Lakers, Suns & Timberwolves. Thanks for listening, & be sure to subscribe, MFFL! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/step-back-mavs/support by Mavs Step Back Podcast

56 min listen

NBA All-Star Weekend recap, our favorite personal Dirk Nowitzki stories, and a look ahead to the Mavs final stretch of the season.: Dalton Trigg (@dalton_trigg) and Matt Galatzan (@MattGalatzan) recap all of the 2019 NBA All-Star Weekend events to see how well their predictions from the week before panned out. The guys then go on to share some really cool, personal stories involving Dirk Nowitzki that you won't want to miss, as well as look ahead to the Dallas Mavericks remaining 25 games of the season. Are the playoffs really out of the question? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/step-back-mavs/support by Mavs Step Back Podcast

66 min listen

Coping with Dirk’s retirement, a Mavs season recap, final lottery standings & much more!: Dalton Trigg (@dalton_trigg) and Matt Galatzan (@MattGalatzan) discuss the emotional last few days of Dirk Nowitzki's legendary career, reliving every moment. The guys also give a brief season review, picking their biggest/favorite Mavs storyline from the season. This week's episode concludes with a final look at the lottery standings with the regular season in the books, how tie-breakers work, plus a look ahead to the NBA Playoffs (Note: some games were still ongoing at the time of recording. A few Western Conference matchups ended up flip-flopping). Thanks for listening, MFFL! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/step-back-mavs/support by Mavs Step Back Podcast

70 min listen

Mavs win in Dennis Smith Jr.'s return, Luka Doncic fatigued, and Kemba Walker to Dallas?: In this episode of The Step Back, Dalton Trigg (@dalton_trigg) and Matt Galatzan (@MattGalatzan) recap the Mavs big home win over the Clippers in Dennis Smith Jr.'s return to action, including several big individual performances. The guys also discuss whether or not Luka Doncic recent "slump" is attributed to him possibly being fatigued, Dirk Nowitzki being invited to All-Star weekend to participate in the 3 point contest, trade talks with the Lakers, Knicks, Magic and Hornets, plus much more! Thanks for listening, MFFL! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/step-back-mavs/support by Mavs Step Back Podcast

83 min listen

The Dirk/D-Wade "charade," a full NBA All-Star Weekend preview, and Mavs free agency talk with Mike Fisher: Dalton Trigg (@dalton_trigg) and Matt Galatzan (@MattGalatzan) are back this week to talk about Dirk Nowitzki's final matchup with Dwyane Wade at the AAC (and the charades that came afterwards) as well as give listeners a full breakdown of NBA All-Star Weekend 2019 with predictions for the main events. Mavs insider Mike Fisher (@fishsports) also joins this episode to look ahead to Mavs free agency. Listen to why the Mavs should have their eyes on multiple "big fish" free agents. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/step-back-mavs/support by Mavs Step Back Podcast

74 min listen

Chicken Sandwiches Top-5, considering a Monta Ellis camp invite, and predicting the Mavs 3rd leading scorer: On this week's episode, Dalton (@dalton_trigg) and Matt (@MattGalatzan) discuss a very important topic that has taken our country by storm as of late... chicken sandwiches. Yes, the guys put together their top-5 lists of chicken sandwiches from chain restaurants to determine once and for all who reigns supreme. After that, they move on to actual basketball topics, starting with Luka Doncic looking great in the recently leaked footage from BallisLife.com of him playing pickup games with a handful of current Mavs... but also an intriguing former Maverick, Monta Ellis. From there, the guys debate whether or not the Mavs should extend a training camp invite to Monta, or maybe even someone like Joe Johnson. The wraps up with Dalton and Matt predicting which player will end up being the Mavs third leading scorer this upcoming season. As always, thanks for listening! --- Support thi by Mavs Step Back Podcast

43 min listen

Luka Doncic playing hurt, Jalen Brunson's career night and 'would you rather' free agency talk revolving around Kemba Walker and others: Dalton Trigg (@dalton_trigg) and Matt Galatzan (@MattGalatzan) start this week's episode off by discussing the Dallas Mavericks 112-105 home loss to the San Antonio Spurs, including whether or not Luka Doncic should have been playing at all and Jalen Brunson's career 34-point night. The guys then take a deep dive into Mavs free agency talk, addressing the Charlotte Observer's report that Kemba Walker is Dallas' top priority this summer and playing a game of 'would you rather' to determine where he should actually fall on the Mavs list. Thanks for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/step-back-mavs/support by Mavs Step Back Podcast

71 min listen

Kristaps Porzingis traded to the Dallas Mavericks... no, seriously!: In this episode of The Step Back, Dalton Trigg (@dalton_trigg) and Matt Galatzan (@MattGalatzan) give their immediate reactions to the news of Kristaps Porzingis being traded to the Dallas Mavericks (along with Tim Hardaway Jr., Courtney Lee and Trey Burke) for Dennis Smith Jr., Wes Matthews, DeAndre Jordan and two future first round picks. Believe it, MFFL. This really happened. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/step-back-mavs/support by Mavs Step Back Podcast

66 min listen

Recapping the Mavs home win over the Pacers, Zion and NBA Draft Lottery odds, pumping the brakes on Dirk's retirement, and Goran Dragic as a Maverick this summer?: Dalton Trigg (@dalton_trigg) and Matt Galatzan (@Matt_Galatzan) are joined by Kirk Henderson (@KirkSeriousFace) in this episode, who is an editor at MavsMoneyball.com. The guys tackle many current Mavs-related topics in this one, including a recap of the Dallas Mavericks 110-101 home win over the Indiana Pacers and Wesley Matthews, the current NBA Draft Lottery odds (and how the Mavs are due some good luck in that department), Goran Dragic as a potential Mavs target this summer, and why this might not be Dirk Nowitzki's final season after all. All that and more in Episode 9 of The Step Back. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/step-back-mavs/support by Mavs Step Back Podcast

67 min listen

Dallas Mavericks engaged in trade talks involving Dennis Smith Jr.: On this "emergency pod" edition of The Step Back, Dalton Trigg (@dalton_trigg) and Matt Galatzan (@MattGalatzan) discuss the Adrian Wojnarowski report that the Dallas Mavericks are engaged in trade talks revolving around Dennis Smith Jr. Teams reportedly interested include the Orlando Magic and Phoenix Suns. Tune in to hear their immediate reactions, along with trade packages they would consider for DSJ. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/step-back-mavs/support by Mavs Step Back Podcast

54 min listen

What would be the Mavs' most realistic trade offer for Bradley Beal?: On this episode, Dalton and Matt start off by discussing the second round of the NBA Playoffs, including the Miami Heat knocking out Giannis Antetokounmpo and the top-seeded Milwaukee Bucks in just 5 games. How could this complicate things with Giannis and the Bucks going forward? Even if he declines his extension, is one for year of true title contention worth risking Giannis walk away in free agency? Do the Mavs have a legitimate shot at him? All of that is answered in the first half of this episode. In the second half, the guys discuss the possibility of the Mavs pursuing a Bradley Beal trade on draft night, including what they think the most realistic trade offer from Dallas would be. As always, thanks for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/step-back-mavs/support by Mavs Step Back Podcast

44 min listen

Discussing Mavs 2019-2020 schedule leaks, plus Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis body transformations: In this week’s episode, Dalton (@dalton_trigg) and Matt (@MattGalatzan) use the NBA’s summer dead period to discuss a wide variety of topics, including Mavs players' offseason workout regimens and resulting physical changes for Kristaps Porzingis and Luka Doncic, both of whom have made tremendous strides in their conditioning in the last few months. The guys then dissect the early leaks of the Mavs regular season schedule for next season, before falling down an NBA rabbit hole centering around the New Orleans Pelicans, Zion Williamson’s health, and NBA Rookie of the Year runner up, Trae Young, who has made some changes of his own during his first NBA offseason. The podcast wraps up with the guys having an interesting debate about the Mavs and their potential involvement with the Memphis Grizzlies and veteran wing Andre Iguodala, who was, according to a report by our very own Mike Fis by Mavs Step Back Podcast

47 min listen

Jeff "Skin" Wade talks Mavs' life after the Dirk Nowitzki era, offseason expectations and Balcones whiskey: Dalton Trigg (@dalton_trigg) and Matt Galatzan (@MattGalatzan) begin this week's episode by pondering some hypothetical draft night trade ideas for the Dallas Mavericks involving their NBA record-setting trade exception that was created in the Harrison Barnes trade to the Sacramento Kings. Names like Jrue Holiday, Steven Adams and Myles Turner come to mind there. The guys then give their Top-10 Mavs free agent lists before welcoming Jeff "Skin" Wade (@SkinWade) to the show to talk about life after the Dirk Nowitzki era, his offseason expectations and Balcones whiskey. Thanks for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/step-back-mavs/support by Mavs Step Back Podcast

66 min listen

A disheartening loss to the Lakers, Kevin Love trade talk & questions from our listeners!: In this edition of The Step Back, Dalton Trigg (@dalton_trigg) & Matt Galatzan (@MattGalatzan) discuss the Dallas Mavericks' borderline disastrous loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, whether it's too late in the season to fix all their problems, and Kevin Love as a Mavs trade possibility. The guys also answer a number of listeners' Mavs-related questions (always remember to message @StepBackMavs on Twitter if something's on your mind). --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/step-back-mavs/support by Mavs Step Back Podcast

59 min listen

Live from the Final Four with Edward Egros, Luka's historic rookie season coming to a close, & looking ahead to two Mavs/Grizz games over the weekend: In this episode of The Step Back, Dalton Trigg (@dalton_trigg) and Matt Galatzan (@MattGalatzan) are joined by Edward Egros live from the Final Four that's getting ready to take place this weekend. They preview the matchups between Auburn/Virginia and Texas Tech/Michigan State, as well as discuss some potential Mavs' draft prospects to watch on the biggest college stage. Dalton and Matt finish off the episode by putting Luka Doncic's historic rookie season into perspective, discussing which current Mavs will still be Mavs next season, and hoping for the best (from an Organic Tanking perspective) in the Mavs' home-and-home series with the Memphis Grizzlies over the weekend. Thanks for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/step-back-mavs/support by Mavs Step Back Podcast

61 min listen

Interview with Texas Legend's Head Coach George Galanopoulos: On this week's episode, Dalton Trigg (@dalton_trigg) and Matt Galatzan (@MattGalatzan) welcomed on new Texas Legend's Head Coach George Galanopoulos to talk about a variety of Dallas Mavericks / Legends topics, including: his journey through the coaching ranks (including his recent stint with the Mavs), G-League vs. NCAA for high school kids, Kostas Antetokounmpo's raw talent and continued development, how Josh Reaves (#ReavesHive) is already an NBA-level defender, and the special relationship that the Mavericks and Legends share. Thanks for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/step-back-mavs/support by Mavs Step Back Podcast

43 min listen

Interview with former-Dallas Maverick Dennis Smith Jr.: In this weeks episode of the Step Back, Dalton (@dalton_trigg) and Matt (@MattGalatzan) welcome former Dallas Maverick point guard, Dennis Smith Jr. to the podcast, in his first on-air interview with a Dallas media entity since his trade to the New York. Dennis and the guys discuss Dennis’s adjustment to the New York lifestyle, what he thinks about his new team’s free agency moves this summer, his time in Dallas playing alongside Dirk, and his favorite in-game moments with the team. The guys then get into a deeper discussion with Dennis, focused on his mindset during and after the blockbuster trade that sent he, Wesley Matthews, and DeAndre Jordan to the Knicks, in return for Kristaps Porzingis near the trade deadline. They also get Dennis’ thoughts on a potential Christmas Day matchup with the Mavericks in Madison Square Garden next season. Things then wrap up with Smith’s thoughts on staying close with his former teammates, incl by Mavs Step Back Podcast

52 min listen

Dirk poised to pass Wilt Chamberlain, a Mavs/Wizards recap, and Luka Doncic / Trae Young Rookie of the Year talk with Bobby Karalla: On this episode of The Step Back, Dalton Trigg (@dalton_trigg) and Matt Galatzan (@MattGalatzan) talk about Dirk Nowitzki being only 56 points away from passing Wilt Chamberlain for 6th place on the NBA's all-time scoring list, and whether or not he could catch Michael Jordan if he decides to return next season. The guys also break down the Mavs' recent loss to the Washington Wizards before bringing on Mavs.com's Bobby Karalla (@bobbykaralla) to talk how Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis will compliment each other next season, as well as getting to the bottom of why people are trying to make Trae Young seem like a legitimate Rookie of the Year candidate at this point. Thanks for listening, MFFL! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/step-back-mavs/support by Mavs Step Back Podcast

74 min listen

Mavs Preseason Analysis (SPOILER: KP IS GOOD) and NBA Playoff Predictions: In this episode, Dalton and Matt are joined by Mavs Moneyball Editor Kirk Henderson (@KirkSeriousFace) to analyze the Mavs first two preseason games, discuss the debut of Kristaps Porzingis, and give their likes and dislikes from what they have seen so far. The guys then wrap things up by giving their way-too-early NBA playoff predictions. Thanks for listening! (and be sure to subscribe to The Step Back: A Mavs Podcast on YouTube for your chance to win tickets to any Mavs game of your choice this season!) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/step-back-mavs/support by Mavs Step Back Podcast

47 min listen

Charlotte's Kemba conundrum and how it leaves the door open for Dallas: Dalton Trigg (@dalton_trigg) and Matt Galatzan (@MattGalatzan) are back with... you guessed it... even more Kemba Walker talk, given some recent speculation from a Charlotte Observer writer who thinks the Hornets should pass on paying him the super max. This is a scenario the guys have discussed ever since it was announced that Kemba made All-NBA 3rd Team, and if it comes to pass, it leaves the door open for 'Kemba to Dallas' to become a reality. From there, the guys talk about a Mavs / D'Angelo Russell 'exclusive exclusive' from Mike Fisher, a three-way trade idea that would land Blake Griffin with the Mavs, salary dump ideas with the OKC Thunder and Dirk Nowitzki's celebrity baseball game. Oh yeah... and a special Anchor Voice Message from Hank Hill. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/step-back-mavs/support by Mavs Step Back Podcast

59 min listen

Live reactions to the NBA Draft Lottery, plus 2nd round draft talk with Richard Stayman: Dalton Trigg (@dalton_trigg) and Matt Galatzan (@MattGalatzan) watch the NBA Draft Lottery live and give their reactions to the Dallas Mavericks yet again not being favored by the ping pong balls. Not only did the Mavs not keep their pick, but their division rivals (the New Orleans Pelicans and Memphis Grizzlies) received the No. 1 and No. 2 picks, respectively, which means Dallas now gets to face Zion Williamson 4 times per season. In the second half of this episode, the guys welcome on Richard Stayman (@MavsDraft) to discuss a ton of different names for the Mavs to target with the 37th pick in the second round of the NBA Draft in June. Thanks for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/step-back-mavs/support by Mavs Step Back Podcast

59 min listen

Nick Neppach joins the guys to talk about Dirk passing Wilt, Final Four predictions and scouting Zion Williamson and others from a Mavs' perspective.: Dalton Trigg (@dalton_trigg) and Matt Galatzan (@MattGalatzan) are joined by 105.3 The Fan's Nick Neppach (@NickNeppach) this week to discuss a variety of topics, including their reactions to Dirk Nowitzki passing Wilt Chamberlain for 6th on the NBA's all-time scoring list, confidence meter on Dirk coming back for a 22nd season, Final Four predictions, and players the Mavs should be keeping an eye on should they keep their lottery pick this season (Zion Williamson, R.J. Barrett, Cam Reddish and much more). Thanks for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/step-back-mavs/support by Mavs Step Back Podcast

63 min listen

Harrison Barnes traded to the Sacramento Kings mid-game vs. the Charlotte Hornets: The Dallas Mavericks got a much needed win vs. the Eastern Conference playoff hopeful Charlotte Hornets, and Luka Doncic notched himself yet another triple double, but all of that was quickly overlooked, as Harrison Barnes was traded to the Sacramento Kings for Justin Jackson and Zach Randolph... MID-GAME. And just when you thought things couldn't get any crazier after the Kristaps Porzingis trade. Our guys Dalton Trigg (@dalton_trigg) and Matt Galatzan (@MattGalatzan) hash it over in the latest edition of The Step Back. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/step-back-mavs/support by Mavs Step Back Podcast

59 min listen

Luka vs. Porzingis in the clutch, Kemba vs. Dame and more from our listener Q&A!: Dalton Trigg (@dalton_trigg) and Matt Galatzan (@MattGalatzan) spend the majority of Episode 19 answering questions that listeners asked them on Twitter earlier in the week. Discussion topics range from Dragon Ball Z talk, the Dallas Mavericks most pressing need for the roster this offseason, Luka Doncic vs. Kristaps Porzingis in clutch time (who gets the last shot?), Kemba Walker vs. Damian Lillard by the numbers and much more! Enjoy, and as always, thanks for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/step-back-mavs/support by Mavs Step Back Podcast

69 min listen

Luka Doncic obliterates the Warriors, plus Mavs and music talk with Six Six Drew: On this episode, Dalton and Matt talk about the Mavs 142-94 blowout win over the Warriors, as Luka Doncic continues to put up monster MVP-like numbers this season. The Mavs are now 9-5 on the season, and will look to go 4-0 on their current home-stand against the Cavs on Friday night. In the second half of this pod, the guys are joined by Andrew Bishop Jr., a.k.a., Six Six Drew, who is a hip-hop artist and part of the Mavs Step Back Pod family. Drew has created all the intros for the podcast, and in this episode, he talks about how he thinks Doncic is already heading to the Hall of Fame, plus gives us some insight into his new album called "Save My Soul," which features his track, "Luka Doncic." Thanks for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/step-back-mavs/support by Mavs Step Back Podcast

53 min listen

Interview with Mavs' owner Mark Cuban: On this special episode of The Step Back, Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban stopped by to hang out with Dalton Trigg (@dalton_trigg) and Matt Galatzan (@MattGalatzan) for a little while to discuss a variety of topics, including: the Mavs' hiring of former player Nick Van Exel, his initial thoughts on what he's seen from Kristaps Porzingis and Luka Doncic so far during the preseason, how those two will be able to sustain the Mavs' culture going forward, and whether or not NCAA players potentially being paid for their likeliness is a good thing or not. As always, thanks for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/step-back-mavs/support by Mavs Step Back Podcast

32 min listen

How the Mavs could get both Kemba Walker and Clint Capela, plus a free agency ‘Plan B’: In this week's episode, Dalton Trigg (@Dalton_Trigg) and Matt Galatzan (@MattGalatzan) discuss the idea of Capela to Dallas, and how he could fit with the Mavericks both schematically and financially, before diving into Dalton's idea for a Mavs 'Plan B' if the initial overtures towards the big fish come up empty. The guys then wrap up the show with a short preview and prediction segment for the NBA Finals, which began Thursday night in Toronto. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/step-back-mavs/support by Mavs Step Back Podcast

58 min listen

Discussing the NBA's 22-Team Plan to Resume the Season and What to Expect From the Mavs: On this episode, Dalton and Matt are back after more than two months to discuss the NBA's 22-team plan to resume the 2019-2020 season. The plan was officially passed by the league's Board of Governors on Thursday, giving all fans something to look forward to again. The guys are joined by Kirk Henderson of Mavs Moneyball halfway through this one, and they talk about the NBA plan's formatting, how the Mavs (and Luka Doncic specifically) will adjust, and potential pitfalls with the restart date being two more months away. Thanks for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/step-back-mavs/support by Mavs Step Back Podcast

44 min listen

Differences between NBA and NFL trades, plus predicting the Mavs starting five for the season opener: In this week's episode, Dalton and Matt are joined by the grand poobah of MavsSI.com himself, Mike Fisher, in their first live video podcast ever! Fish and the guys discuss the new migration to the Sports Illustrated/Maven platform, the fundamental differences between trades in the NFL and the NBA, and give their opinions on the Mavs starting lineup for next season. As always, thanks for listening, and be sure to subscribe to The Step Back on YouTube. Once we reach 1,000 YouTube subscribers, one lucky winner will receive two tickets to the Dallas Mavericks home game of his/her choice. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/step-back-mavs/support by Mavs Step Back Podcast

41 min listen

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