Photo by Glenn James/NBAE via Getty Images A game was played, and statistics were compiled In their preseason opener, the Dallas Mavericks fell to the Memphis Grizzlies by a score of 121-116. For an exhibition, this was a pretty enjoyable game to watch. Both teams played at a high level offensively, and the game had a nice back-and-forth flow. Luka Doncic, Kyrie … [Read more...] about Stats rundown: 3 numbers to know from a preseason-opening loss
Podcast: Dallas Mavericks lose to Memphis Grizzlies in preseason, 121-116
Photo by Ron Jenkins/Getty Images The Mavericks lose, but basketball is back! The Dallas Mavericks lost to the Grizzlies at home Monday night in a really fun start to the preseason, falling 121-116. Following the game, Josh Bowe and I immediately recorded a reaction podcast where I am as happy as one can be following a loss. This was a good show if you’re looking for … [Read more...] about Podcast: Dallas Mavericks lose to Memphis Grizzlies in preseason, 121-116
MMBets: Can the Rockets blast off into the postseason?
Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images After a surprisingly fun 2023-24 campaign, Houston has its sights set on a postseason berth One of the more surprising teams of 2023-24, the Houston Rockets were in the postseason race deep into the season. Houston spent a fair bit of cash last offseason, bringing in Fred VanVleet & Dillon Brooks, among others, but I can’t imagine … [Read more...] about MMBets: Can the Rockets blast off into the postseason?
Naji Marshall is a perfect fit in Dallas
Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Marshall will be one of Luka Doncic’s favorite teammates. Naji Marshall was signed to a three-year deal with the Dallas Mavericks on July 6th. The move came on the same day that Dallas traded for Klay Thompson, so the Mavericks’ contention hopes skyrocketed in one fell swoop. Marshall has been in New Orleans for the first four years of his … [Read more...] about Naji Marshall is a perfect fit in Dallas
Jazian Gortman gives Mavs a scoring spark off the bench in preseason debut
Photo by Glenn James/NBAE via Getty Images Gortman finished with 20 points. There’s not a lot to glean from the NBA preseason as a whole. However, it is a proving ground for players on the cusp of a roster spot. Dallas Mavericks guard Jazian Gortman is such a player. Gortman didn’t take long to make an impact in Dallas’ preseason opener and made the most of his sparse … [Read more...] about Jazian Gortman gives Mavs a scoring spark off the bench in preseason debut