On this episode of Take Dat With You, Mark Followill and Brian Dameris reflect on the legacy of Mavericks icon Don Nelson, sharing some of their favorite memories of the Hall of Fame coach and discussing the profound impact he had on the franchise. The guys look at how Nelson's vision, innovation, and influence helped build the foundation that eventually led to the Mavericks' 2011 NBA Championship.

Then, Mark and Brian dive into the Mavericks' 2026-27 schedule, breaking down key stretches, marquee matchups, and some of the biggest challenges Dallas will face throughout the season.

To wrap things up, they discuss the Mavs' latest roster moves, including the acquisition of former No. 1 overall pick Zaccharie Risacher and the contract extension for Naji Marshall, and what those decisions could mean for the team's future.

The Mavericks’ offseason keeps getting more interesting. This week, Mark Followill and Brian Dameris break down the six-team NBA trade that brought Santi Aldama, Marcus Sasser, and Tarik Biberovic to Dallas, examining how each player fits the roster and what their arrivals mean for the Mavs’ short- and long-term plans. 
Then, with Summer League reaching its halfway point, Mark and Brian dive into the performances that have stood out so far including the Mavericks’ two first-round picks, Morez Johnson Jr. and Sergio De Larrea.

Mark Followill and Brian Dameris return for a special off‑season edition of Take Dat With You to break down the major changes shaping the Dallas Mavericks over the past few months. The duo dives into the hiring of Dusty May as the team’s new head coach and the decision to select one of his former Michigan standouts, Morez Johnson Jr., with the No. 9 pick in the draft—setting the tone for a new era in Dallas.

Mark Followill and Brian Dameris jump into Studio 41 to discuss the Mavericks’ hiring of Masai Ujiri as President and Alternate Governor. During the show, breaking news emerges that the Mavs have also hired Mike Schmitz as General Manager. Mark and Brian share their immediate reactions and what the revamped front office could mean as Dallas heads into the NBA Draft Lottery.

Mark Followill and Brian Dameris jump into Studio 41 for an emergency pod after Cooper Flagg is named the 2025–26 NBA Rookie of the Year. The guys break down the key performances, moments, and statistical milestones that ultimately swung the vote in Flagg’s favor.

It’s the Take Dat With You season finale as Mark Followill and Brian Dameris jump on to unpack the biggest takeaways from the Mavericks’ season. The guys dive into Cooper Flagg’s growth over his rookie year and highlight several other players who made significant jumps, including Naji Marshall and Max Christie. They also walk through the offseason timeline, discuss the assets the Mavs carry into next season, and wrap things up by sharing their favorite games from a memorable year.

Mark Followill and Brian Dameris are back on Take Dat Wit You to recap Cooper Flagg’s historic weekend, highlighted by a combined 96 points across his last two games. The guys break down both performances, what stood out on film, and how this scoring surge is shifting the Rookie of the Year conversation—one that may now be tilting firmly in Flagg’s favor.

Mark Followill and Brian Dameris are back on Take Dat Wit You with the latest on Cooper Flagg’s push in the Rookie of the Year race. The guys dive into standout performances around the roster, from Brandon Williams finding real consistency to Daniel Gafford once again reminding opponents that rent is always due in the paint. They close things out by tipping the cap to Klay Thompson for setting a Mavericks franchise record with the most bench threes in a season, and preview a loaded weekend ahead — highlighted by Luka and the Lakers rolling into town.

In this episode of Take Dat Wit You, Mark Followill and Brian Dameris lay out their case for why they believe Cooper Flagg deserves to be the Rookie of the Year. The guys also break down the key lessons learned from the Mavericks’ last three home games and spotlight several standout performers — including Daniel Gafford and P.J. Washington.
To wrap things up, Mark and Brian highlight a few March Madness matchups Mavs fans should keep an eye on and preview the team’s upcoming road stretch.

In this episode of Take Dat Wit You, Mark Followill and Brian Dameris break down Cooper Flagg’s return to peak form as he shakes off the last of his injury recovery. With Daniel Gafford sidelined, the Mavs were forced into a small‑ball look—but P.J. Washington stepped up in a big way, delivering an impressive performance as the starting center.
The guys also revisit Khris Middleton’s explosive 35‑point night against the Grizzlies and discuss the ripple effect his presence has had on Flagg’s development. From there, they shift the spotlight to Naji Marshall, who’s taken a noticeable leap this season and is coming off two standout performances that show just how far his game has evolved.