The Dallas Mavericks blew out the Miami Heat 111-92 on a second night of a road back-to-back on Wednesday night, showing just how ready they are for the NBA playoffs. The Mavs locked up a Southwest Division title, a 50-win season and a first-round playoffs date with the Los Angeles Clippers for the third time in five years. We discuss that upcoming matchup, the questionable health of Clippers star Kawhi Leonard, why Luka Doncic not winning the MVP award might be a good thing, and much, much more! As always, thanks for listening, and be sure to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Also be sure to leave us your comments on YouTube. We want to hear from you!
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Dallas Mavs' Blowout vs. Miami Heat Shows Playoffs Readiness; Luka Doncic MVP Snub Coming?

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The Dallas Mavericks defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals, 109-108, taking a commanding 2-0 series lead heading back to Big D. Down by two points in the final seconds, Luka Doncic nailed a clutch 3-pointer over Defensive Player of the Year Rudy Gobert to seal the win for Dallas. Hosts Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson recap the Mavs' thrilling 18-point comeback. Thanks for listening and be sure to SUBSCRIBE so you never miss an episode!
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LUKA MAGIC IN MINNESOTA: Doncic Nails Game-Winning 3; Dallas Mavericks Take 2-0 WCF Lead

Despite the Minnesota Timberwolves making 12 more 3s than the Dallas Mavericks did in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals, Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving took turns dominating en route to a 108-105 win and 1-0 series lead. Hosts Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson break down every aspect from Game 1, including the Mavs controlling rebounds and points in the paint. Did Dallas take Minnesota's best punch when it comes to 3-point shooting? What does it mean for Game 2 and beyond? Let's talk about it.
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Kyrie Irving Hot Start, Luka Doncic Clutch Finish Secures Dallas Mavericks' WCF Game 1 Win vs. Minnesota Timberwolves

The Dallas Mavericks are facing the Minnesota Timberwolves in the Western Conference Finals. Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, Anthony Edwards, Karl-Anthony Towns, Rudy Gobert, P.J. Washington... all of those players and more will have a say in how this series goes. Hosts Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson are joined by Kirk Henderson of Mavs Moneyball and Pod Maverick to discuss what should be expected from the Mavs in the WCF. Thanks for listening and be sure to SUBSCRIBE!
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WCF PREVIEW: Luka Doncic & Kyrie Irving's Dallas Mavs vs. Anthony Edwards' Minnesota Timberwolves!

The Dallas Mavericks came all the way back from a 17-point deficit to defeat the OKC Thunder 117-116 in Game 6 on Saturday night, advancing to the Western Conference Finals for the second time in three years. Dalton Trigg and Coach Drew Johnson break down the Game 6 win while also taking a look ahead to how the Mavs matchup against both the Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves. Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving did their thing down the stretch of Game 6, but it was the contributions of Derrick Jones Jr. and Dereck Lively II that put Dallas over the top. The guys discuss all those talking points and much, much more on this celebratory night! Thanks for listening and be sure to SUBSCRIBE so you never miss an episode!
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'THIS IS OUR MOMENT': Dallas Mavericks Eliminate OKC Thunder in Game 6, Advance to Western Conference Finals

The Dallas Mavericks showed incredible resiliency on Wednesday night, as they defeated the OKC Thunder on the road, 104-92, to capture a 3-2 series lead. Luka Doncic, who has struggled this postseason, finished with a 30-point triple-double while shooting over 50 percent from the field. Hosts Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson break down everything they witnessed in Game 5. Thanks for listening, and be sure to SUBSCRIBE.
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Dallas Mavs' Blowout vs. Miami Heat Shows Playoffs Readiness; Luka Doncic MVP Snub Coming?

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