Dalton Trigg and Grant Afseth talk about the continued rapid development of Dallas Mavericks rookie big man Dereck Lively II, and how he's arguably outplayed Victor Wembanyama and Chet Holmgren in his head-to-head matchups against them. The guys also take a look at the Mavs' upcoming schedule and discuss how a turnaround in the win column could be coming soon. One thing is for sure, Luka Doncic has remained as confident as he's ever been.
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Dereck Lively II Continues Rapid Development; Dallas Mavs Turnaround Imminent?

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!
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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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LUKA DONCIC REDEMPTION: Dallas Mavs Blast OKC Thunder in Game 5, 104-92, Take 3-2 Series Lead

Despite holding an eight-point lead in the fourth quarter of Game 4, the Dallas Mavericks squandered an opportunity to take a commanding 3-1 lead against the Oklahoma City Thunder with a 100-96 loss. Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving weren't themselves down the stretch, and the Mavs as a whole missed too many free throws. We recap what was an extremely disheartening loss for Dallas while also looking ahead to Game 5.
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Dallas Mavericks Choke Away Game 4 vs. OKC Thunder; Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving Struggle

The Dallas Mavericks showed significant grit by outlasting the OKC Thunder in a 105-101 win in Game 3 on Saturday to take a 2-1 series lead. P.J. Washington led the team with 27 points, and Dallas' star duo of Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving finished things out in the fourth quarter on both ends of the floor. Hosts Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson recap everything they witnessed in Game 3 while also looking ahead to what we could see in Game 4 on Monday night. Thanks for listening, and be sure to hit that SUBSCRIBE button!
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Game 3 Recap: Dallas Mavericks Put On Defensive Clinic, Take 2-1 Series Lead Over OKC Thunder

On today's episode of the Mavs Step Back Podcast, Dalton Trigg is joined by Tayler Peterson, who is a co-host for The Uncontested, an Oklahoma City Thunder podcast that is also a proud part of the Blue Wire Podcast network. The guys talk about Games 1 and 2 from both the Dallas Mavericks and Thunder's perspectives. What are the biggest keys for each team as this 1-1 series swings to Dallas for Games 3 and 4? Is 3-point shooting the main category that will determine the winner of the series? Can Dallas continue to control the boards like in Game 2, or will OKC make a frontcourt adjustment? All that and more is discussed in today's episode. Thanks for listening, and be sure to SUBSCRIBE everywhere you listen to your podcasts!
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Behind Enemy Lines: Dallas Mavericks vs. OKC Thunder Series Check-In with The Uncontested's Tayler Peterson

The Dallas Mavericks showed some toughness and pride in Game 2 against the OKC Thunder on Thursday night, bouncing back to tie the second-round series at 1-1 with a 119-110 win. Luka Doncic and P.J. Washington led the way for Dallas, combing for 58 points and 21 rebounds on the night. Hosts Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson break down every aspect of Game 2, as well as look ahead to what we can expect from the Mavs in Game 3 on Saturday afternoon in Dallas. Thanks for listening, and be sure to SUBSCRIBE everywhere you listen to your podcasts. Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts for a chance to win TWO TICKETS to Mavs-Thunder Game 3. Winner will be announced on Friday!
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Dereck Lively II Continues Rapid Development; Dallas Mavs Turnaround Imminent?

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