Mavs Film Room

By Reunion Lights Media

What's Mavs Film Room about?

Analysis & humor about Dallas Mavericks basketball, from the perspective of four lifelong fans.

Hosted by Jay Appaji, Fazal Ahmed, Vinay Chemiti & Rohan Bhatt.

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Mavs Film Room episodes:

05.31.2024
THE MAVS ARE GOING BACK TO THE NBA FINALS
In this episode we react to the Mavs' blowout win over the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals which clinched the series and sent them to their first NBA Finals in 13 years. We reminisce about...
05.21.2024
Mavericks vs. Timberwolves Western Conference Finals Preview
In this episode, we share our final thoughts on the Mavs' 2nd Round series victory against the Oklahoma City Thunder that ended in a wild Game 6 finish to close out the series. We pivot to previewing the upcoming Western...
05.10.2024
Mavs vs. Thunder Is A Best-of-5 Series
In this episode we recap the first two games of the Mavs' 2nd round series versus the Oklahoma City Thunder, which saw them suffer a blowout loss in Game 1, and then earn a gritty win in Game 2. We...
04.29.2024
Mixed Bag in Games 3 & 4 For The Mavs in Dallas
In this episode, we discuss the Mavs' weekend in Dallas which saw then win Game 3 in convincing fashion and then lose Game 4, in a very similar fashion as Game 1, where the Clippers raced out to a 30-point...
04.24.2024
It's a 1-1 Series Heading To Dallas
In this episode we discuss the Mavs opening games of the playoffs against the LA Clippers in which they lost Game 1 109-97 and won Game 2 96-93. We discuss what went horribly wrong in Game 1, and how the...
04.18.2024
It's Mavs-Clippers in the Playoffs... AGAIN
In this episode we preview the upcoming First Round NBA Playoffs series between the Mavs and LA Clippers, the third time in five years the two teams are meeting in Round 1. We discuss why this matchup is so different...
04.01.2024
The Mavs Look Scary With 8 Games To Go
In this episode we discuss the 125-107 blowout win over the Houston Rockets, who came into the game on a NBA-best 11-game win streak. This was the Mavs' 11th win in the last 12 games, which capped an 11-4 month...
03.27.2024
Reaction to Mavs' Statement Win Over Kings
In this episode we react to the Mavs' STATEMENT win over the Sacramento Kings 132-96, in a game that has propelled the Mavs into sole possession of 6th place in the Western Conference for the time being. We talk about...
03.19.2024
The Mavs Are Finding A New Identity
In this episode, we discuss the recent happenings around the Mavs, most notably Kyrie Irving's incredible left-handed floater at the buzzer to beat the Denver Nuggets 107-105. We discuss what the Mavs have been doing well since our last episode,...
03.07.2024
The Mavs' Season Is Slipping Away... Again
In this episode we discuss the recent stretch that has seen the Mavs lose five of their last six games, thanks to the worst defense in the NBA since the trade deadline. The good vibes of the Mavs' 7-game win...
02.29.2024
Trends From Mavs' Eastern Conference Road Trip
In this episode we talk about the Mavs' 136-125 win over the Toronto Raptors which saw PJ Washington have his best game as a Maverick with 23 points in addition to another monster triple double by Luka Dončić. We dish...
02.23.2024
Mavs beat Suns 123-113 for 7th Straight Win
In this episode we talk about the Mavs' 123-113 win over the Phoenix Suns out of the All Star Break for their 7th straight win. We discuss the factors that led to this including PJ Washington's defense, Kyrie Irving's sustained...
02.17.2024
Grant Afseth on New-Look Mavs
In this episode, we are joined by Grant Afseth of DallasBasketball.com to discuss the new-look Mavs with Daniel Gafford and P.J. Washington in the fold. We talk about Washington's fit on offense, his defensive versatility, and how his versatility gives...
02.13.2024
MFR Spaces: Mavs Win 5th Straight, Reach 8 Games Over .500
In this game we discuss the Mavs' 112-104 win over the Washington Wizards, their fifth straight win, which improves them to a season-best 31-23. We discuss Daniel Gafford's monster game, Luka Doncic's 4th quarter takeover, and Maxi Kleber's strong play....
02.09.2024
MFR Spaces: Reaction To Mavs Trade Deadline
In this episode we react to the moves the Mavericks made at the 2024 NBA Trade Deadline, acquiring Daniel Gafford from Washington in exchange for Richaun Holmes and a 2028 Pick Swap as well as their trade for PJ Washington...
02.06.2024
MFR Spaces: Mavs Trade Deadline Preview
In this episode, we discuss the Mavs' 118-102 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers which saw Kyrie Irving return to the lineup, and Josh Green and Maxi Kleber turn in strong performances. We quickly pivot to discussing the Mavs' options leading...
01.30.2024
MFR Spaces: Mavs Make Huge Comeback to Beat Magic
In this episode, we discuss the huge 16-point comeback the Mavs made against the Orlando Magic to get a 131-129 win. The Mavs rode a 35-12 3rd quarter to turn a 16-point halftime deficit into a -point lead going into...
01.27.2024
MFR Spaces: Luka Doncic Scores 73 Points, Makes HISTORY
In this episode we react immediately following Luka Doncic's historic 73-point night in a win against the Atlanta Hawks. We discuss just how impressive this performance was, and why a game like this from Luka mattered, with so much of...
01.11.2024
MFR Spaces: New Year Mavs Talk
In this episode we chat with Mavs fans about everything that has happened in the Mavs world since the calendar flipped to 2024. We discuss Kyrie Irving's return from injury, the Mavs' win of the season followed by their worst...
12.13.2023
Depleted Mavs Start December Strong
In this episode, we return from our hiatus to discuss all the latest news around the Mavericks, starting with the sale of a majority stake of the team to the Sands Corporation. We then dive into the latest basketball happenings...
11.17.2023
MFR Spaces: Grant Afseth On The Mavs' 9-3 Start
In this episode of Mavs Film Room Spaces, Grant Afseth of DallasBasketball.com joins us again to talk about key takeaways from the Mavs' last two games: a blowout loss in New Orleans against the Pelicans, and a blowout win in...
11.14.2023
They Hate Us Cuz They Ain't 8-2
In this episode we break down the last few Mavs games that have led them to an 8-2 start to the season, their best since 2004-2005. We discuss the scoring breakout of Kyrie Irving and how he has unlocked a...
11.06.2023
Evaluating the Mavs' 5-1 Start
In this episode we talk about what has been going well and not so well during the Mavs' 5-1 start to the season. We talk about them battling back to beat Charlotte 124-118, as well as their first loss of...
11.03.2023
MFR Spaces: Grant Afseth of DallasBasketball.com
In this episode of Mavs Film Room Spaces, we were fortunate to be joined by Grant Afseth of DallasBasketball.com to talk about his early impressions of the team. We cover everything from his early impressions of the team, Dereck Lively's...
10.31.2023
MFR Spaces: Mavs 3-0 For First Time Since 2004
In this episode we got on Spaces to discuss the Mavs' 125-110 road win over the Memphis Grizzlies. We talk about the continued dominance of Luka Dončić, as well as the breakout 22-point performance from Derrick Jones Jr. We also...
10.26.2023
MFR Spaces: Mavs Spoil Wemby's Spurs Debut 126-119
In this episode we quickly react to the Mavs 126-119 win over the San Antonio Spurs on opening night to spoil Victor Wenbanyama's NBA debut. We react to the incredible performance by Dereck Lively in his first NBA Game (16...
10.25.2023
Final Thoughts On The Eve Of The Season Opener
In this episode we discuss some final thoughts on the eve of the Mavs' regular season debut against the San Antonio Spurs. We talk about Josh Green's freshly signed 3-year $41 million extension, why Dereck Lively is the Mavs' X-Factor...
10.14.2023
Should the Mavs Be Nervous With 11 Days Before the Season?
In this episode, we cover a few questions facing this Mavericks team with 11 days until the season opener against Victor Wenbanyama and the Spurs in San Antonio. We first cover how important it is for the Mavs to get...
09.28.2023
Hot Topics as Mavs Camp Gets Underway
In this episode, we discuss the latest news from the Mavs world as training camp began for the 2023-2024 Dallas Mavericks earlier in the day. We discuss Jason Kidd's recent comments about the roles that rookies Dereck Lively and O-Max...
08.15.2023
Dirk Nowitzki Is a Hall of Famer, Luka Doncic Is Serious About Greatness
In this episode, we discuss Dirk Nowitzki's induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame this past weekend. We talk about what made Dirk so special both on and off the floor, and why his legacy is as much...
07.18.2023
"We Ain't Done Yet!"
In this episode, we give our closing thoughts about the Mavs's Las Vegas Summer League run and talk about recent offseason rumors relating to the Mavs. We talk about the 4-1 record for the Mavs SL team and the exciting...
07.13.2023
MFR Spaces: Mavs Beat Warriors 98-96 for 2nd Summer League Win
In this episode we share our thoughts from the Mavs' 98-96 Summer League win over the Golden State Warriors, which improves the team to 2-1 in Las Vegas. We touch on Jaden Hardy's struggles in this game and while we...
07.11.2023
MFR Spaces: Mavs Finally Win a SL Game! 111-103 over 76ers
In this episode Rohan and Vinay talk to fans about the Mavs' 111-103 victory over the Summer League Philadelphia 76ers, which was the first Summer League win for the Mavs since 2021. A well-deserved victory that saw key contributions from...
07.06.2023
MFR Spaces: LIVE Reaction to Mavs' Grant Williams Sign-and-Trade
In this episode of Mavs Film Room Spaces, we react live to the news that the Mavericks are acquiring forward Grant Williams in a multi-team sign-and-trade deal with the Boston Celtics and San Antonio Spurs. As part of the deal,...
07.03.2023
Don't Doubt Dante.
In this episode, we cover the start of 2023 NBA free agency and the various signings the Mavericks have made including re-signing Kyrie Irving and Dwight Powell, as well as them signing Seth Curry and Dante Exum. We discuss how...
06.27.2023
Dallas Meets The 2023 Mavs Rookies
In this episode we discuss the introductory press conference that was held today to introduce new Mavericks 1st round draft picks Dereck Lively II and Olivier-Maxence Prosper. Our own Vinay Chemiti and Fazal Ahmed were on-site for the presser and...
06.23.2023
A Very Active 2023 Draft Night For Mavs
In this episode, we react to the Mavs' moves on Draft Night. The first move they made was selecting center Dereck Lively from Duke at No. 12 in a deal in which they traded the No. 10 pick and Davis...
06.19.2023
How Much Help Does Devin Booker Need??
In this episode, we react to the Bradley Beal trade that landed him in Phoenix in yet another splashy move for the Suns. We discuss how the Mavs can capitalize in the aftermath of the trade, especially with the Washington...
06.12.2023
Assessing Anthony Black's Potential Fit With the Mavs
In this episode the guys talk about a prospect the Mavs' reportedly have eyes for: Anthony Black, a guard from the University of Arkansas. They discuss how his 6' 7" frame combined with his elite on-ball defense and downhill game...
06.06.2023
Kyrie Irving Wants LeBron James To Be Dallas Maverick
In this episode, Jay, Rohan, & Fazal react to the recent news that Kyrie Irving is trying to recruit Lakers superstar LeBron James to Dallas to join he and Luka Dončić on the Mavericks. They talk about what motivations all...
06.02.2023
Evaluating Potential Mavs Prospects w/ Richard Stayman aka @MavsDraft
In this episode, we are joined by NBA Draft Expert Richard Stayman (@MavsDraft) as he helps break down some of the names in the 2023 NBA Draft the Mavs have been connected to, with the 10th overall pick. The guys...
05.21.2023
What Can The Mavs Do With The 10th Pick?
In this episode the guys discuss what options the Mavs possess now that they know they will have the 10th overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. The main options they discuss are trading the pick for a veteran player,...
05.17.2023
LIVE Reaction to NBA Draft Lottery Reveal
In this episode the guys react live to the reveal of the NBA Draft Lottery results. They Go through the full range of emotions as they anxiously await the fate of the Mavs with regards to keeping their pick. Ultimately...
04.28.2023
Dallas Seeks More Experience In The Front Office & Front Bench
In this episode Jay, Rohan, and Fazal talk about recent changes the Mavs have made in their front office and front bench coaching staff. They first discuss the addition of former Utah Jazz executive Dennis Lindsey as a senior consultant...
04.17.2023
Mavs Offseason Deep Dive w/ Eric Pincus of Bleacher Report
In this episode National NBA writer and salary cap expert Eric Pincus of Bleacher Report joins the podcast to preview the Mavs offseason with Jay, Rohan, and Vinay. They cover a variety of topics ranging from Kyrie Irving's free agency,...
04.10.2023
Monumental Summer Looms For Mavs Now That It's Finally Over
In this episode, Jay, Rohan, Fazal, and Vinay get together to discuss the sad end to the Mavs season, which concluded with a 138-117 loss to the San Antonio Spurs. The Mavs finished the season 38-44 as the 11th seed...
04.08.2023
MFR Spaces: Breaking down the 2023 NBA Lottery w/MavsDraft
In this episode, the guys host a Twitter spaces to talk to NBA Draft expert Richard Stayman aka @MavsDraft about the NBA Draft Lottery and what prospects might be available for the Mavs to pick at #10. --- Send in...
04.06.2023
STAYING ALIVE: Mavs beat Kings 123-119
In this episode, Rohan, Fazal, and Vinay discuss the Mavs' 123-119 victory over the Sacramento Kings, which kept their play-in hopes alive for the moment. They also talk about the long media session held by Mavs owner Mark Cuban before...
04.03.2023
The Mavs Decision Makers Have To Own This Failure and Take It Personally
In this episode Jay and Vinay discuss their thoughts about the Mavs' after back-to-back losses to the Miami Heat and Atlanta Hawks. They talk about how those games have continued to reflect trends from this season. They talk about the...
03.27.2023
Rock Bottom: Time Has Run Out For The Mavericks
In this episode, Jay, Rohan, Fazal, and Vinay get together to discuss the consecutive back-breaking losses the Mavericks suffered to the Charlotte Hornets over this past weekend, to drop them to three games under .500 and firmly out of the...

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Mavs Film Room episodes:

THE MAVS ARE GOING BACK TO THE NBA FINALS

Mavericks vs. Timberwolves Western Conference Finals Preview

Mavs vs. Thunder Is A Best-of-5 Series

Mixed Bag in Games 3 & 4 For The Mavs in Dallas

It's a 1-1 Series Heading To Dallas

It's Mavs-Clippers in the Playoffs... AGAIN

The Mavs Look Scary With 8 Games To Go

Reaction to Mavs' Statement Win Over Kings

The Mavs Are Finding A New Identity

The Mavs' Season Is Slipping Away... Again

Trends From Mavs' Eastern Conference Road Trip

Mavs beat Suns 123-113 for 7th Straight Win

Grant Afseth on New-Look Mavs

MFR Spaces: Mavs Win 5th Straight, Reach 8 Games Over .500

MFR Spaces: Reaction To Mavs Trade Deadline

MFR Spaces: Mavs Trade Deadline Preview

MFR Spaces: Mavs Make Huge Comeback to Beat Magic

MFR Spaces: Luka Doncic Scores 73 Points, Makes HISTORY

MFR Spaces: New Year Mavs Talk

Depleted Mavs Start December Strong

MFR Spaces: Grant Afseth On The Mavs' 9-3 Start

They Hate Us Cuz They Ain't 8-2

Evaluating the Mavs' 5-1 Start

MFR Spaces: Grant Afseth of DallasBasketball.com

MFR Spaces: Mavs 3-0 For First Time Since 2004

MFR Spaces: Mavs Spoil Wemby's Spurs Debut 126-119

Final Thoughts On The Eve Of The Season Opener

Should the Mavs Be Nervous With 11 Days Before the Season?

Hot Topics as Mavs Camp Gets Underway

Dirk Nowitzki Is a Hall of Famer, Luka Doncic Is Serious About Greatness

"We Ain't Done Yet!"

MFR Spaces: Mavs Beat Warriors 98-96 for 2nd Summer League Win

MFR Spaces: Mavs Finally Win a SL Game! 111-103 over 76ers

MFR Spaces: LIVE Reaction to Mavs' Grant Williams Sign-and-Trade

Don't Doubt Dante.

Dallas Meets The 2023 Mavs Rookies

A Very Active 2023 Draft Night For Mavs

How Much Help Does Devin Booker Need??

Assessing Anthony Black's Potential Fit With the Mavs

Kyrie Irving Wants LeBron James To Be Dallas Maverick

Evaluating Potential Mavs Prospects w/ Richard Stayman aka @MavsDraft

What Can The Mavs Do With The 10th Pick?

LIVE Reaction to NBA Draft Lottery Reveal

Dallas Seeks More Experience In The Front Office & Front Bench

Mavs Offseason Deep Dive w/ Eric Pincus of Bleacher Report

Monumental Summer Looms For Mavs Now That It's Finally Over

MFR Spaces: Breaking down the 2023 NBA Lottery w/MavsDraft

STAYING ALIVE: Mavs beat Kings 123-119

The Mavs Decision Makers Have To Own This Failure and Take It Personally

Rock Bottom: Time Has Run Out For The Mavericks