In this live stream podcast, we discuss the Mavs’ 139-129 victory over the Toronto Raptors for their first win of the 2025-26 season. We talk about the impact D’Angelo Russell getting extended minutes had on the Mavs offense and how it opened up the floor for Cooper Flagg, PJ Washington, and others. We also talk about how the Mavs looked their best when either Anthony Davis or Dereck Lively manned the center position, and how the frontcourt tandem of both was not as productive. We also discuss Cooper Flagg’s growing confidence, which led to his 22-point game, including several thunderous dunks. We conclude by previewing tomorrow’s game against the defending NBA Champion Oklahoma City Thunder and what the Mavs will need to do to compete with them.

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