Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson are back to discuss the different ways the Dallas Mavericks will utilize Klay Thompson this season before jumping into a debate about what Kyrie Irving needs to do in order to close the gap on Stephen Curry when it comes to the all-time great NBA point guards list. The guys also get into some Western Conference betting odds, as well as some pipe-dream star team-ups we could see down the line. Thanks for listening, and be sure to SUBSCRIBE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson return from summer vacation to talk about the Dallas Mavericks offseason, and more specifically, the signing of Spencer Dinwiddie. The guys also talk about some of the schedule leaks for the 2024-25 season, as well as Team USA men's basketball capturing their fifth consecutive gold medal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Dallas Mavericks got blitzed by the Boston Celtics from beyond the 3-point line in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. After falling down by 29 points, the Mavs battled back to within eight points in the third quarter but ultimately ran out of steam in a 107-89 loss. On this episode, we break down everything that went wrong for Dallas in Game 1 while also pointing out some positives that can be carried over to Game 2 on Sunday night at TD Garden. Can the Mavs' big men be more effective going forward? Can Kyrie Irving shake off his awful shooting performance? Will Luka Doncic be able to do more offensively while having to guard Jaylen Brown on defensive switches? Let's talk about it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson discuss the FIBA World Cup, where Luka Doncic and Slovenia were knocked out in the quarterfinals by Canada, and Team USA was upset by Germany in the semifinals. From there, the guys preview Dallas Mavericks training camp, which begins in about three weeks. Could Dereck Lively II be the Mavs' Day 1 starter at center after all? Thanks for listening, and be sure to subscribe! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson give a full preview of the FIBA World Cup, which features Dallas Mavericks players Luka Doncic with Slovenia, Josh Green and Dante Exum with Australia, and Dwight Powell with Canada. Can Doncic help Slovenia pull off an upset? Is Team USA beatable despite being at the top of the power rankings? What else do we have to look forward to during this Mavs offseason? If you want to stream the FIBA World Cup on the Courtside 1891 app, use promo code "DBCOM" for 20% off the package you sign up for. Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson are joined by Dallas Mavericks rookie forward Olivier-Maxence Prosper, aka, "OMax," to discuss a wide range of topics. From his unorthodox path to making it to the NBA, to his rapid rise in the pre-draft process, to his fit and expectations for the Mavs during his rookie season, OMax helps MFFLs get to know a little more about him. Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson recap Dirk Nowitzki's epic Hall of Fame weekend. Trigg was at Symphony Hall in Springfield to take it all in, and tells us what it was like being there firsthand. From there, the guys discuss two Dallas Mavericks schedule leaks that have already come out, and how the full schedule should be dropping soon. Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Dalton Trigg is joined by his DallasBasketball.com colleague Grant Afseth to preview Dirk Nowitzki's Hall of Fame enshrinement coming up this weekend. Both of them will be in attendance for the illustrious event, and they talk about soaking in the moment, as well as some of their favorite Dirk moments. From there, the guys talk about the Mavs' offseason moves, and what to make of the Clint Capela trade smoke that has resurfaced. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jordan "Jelly" Walker, who is a prime candidate for the Dallas Mavericks' final two-way contract, joined Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson on Wednesday to talk about his encouraging Summer League performance in Las Vegas, what it was like receiving an Exhibit 10 contract from the Mavs after going undrafted, idolizing Kyrie Irving and now getting to compete with him at training camp, and much, much more! Thanks for tuning in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After showing off impressive potential in his first three NBA Summer League games, Dallas Mavericks rookie Dereck Lively II joined the Mavs Step Back Podcast to discuss a variety of topics, including how he thinks he fits alongside Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving, as well as whether or not he feels like he's ready to be Dallas' starting center from the jump. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg joined Justin Termine on SiriusXM NBA radio last week to discuss the Dallas Mavericks' offseason moves. Termine isn't a fan of the Mavs re-signing Kyrie Irving, but Trigg lays out his reasons for why it was a great move for both sides. They also discuss the draft, next season expectations and more. If you missed last week's segment, here's your chance to catch up. Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson are back to give their reactions to the Dallas Mavericks re-signing Kyrie Irving to a new, three-year, $126 million deal. From there, the guys discuss the return of Seth Curry to Dallas, as well as a handful of potential trade scenarios we could see in coming weeks. Jarrett Allen as the Mavs' starting center, anyone? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson break down what the Dallas Mavericks accomplished in the NBA Draft on Thursday night. The Mavs traded the 10th pick and Dāvis Bertans to the OKC Thunder for the 12th pick in order to draft Dereck Lively II. Then, they used the TPE from that trade to get Richaun Holmes and the 24th pick from the Sacramento Kings to draft Olivier-Maxence Prosper. What moves could be on the horizon??? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson give an extensive preview of the NBA Finals featuring the Dallas Mavericks and the Boston Celtics! Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving vs. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, defensive schemes and matchups to look for, and series predictions are all included in this one! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson preview what should be an exciting NBA Draft for the Dallas Mavericks. The Mavs have the No. 10 overall pick, and there are many different trade options that await them if they choose to not keep the pick for themselves. And should Dallas be interested in Deandre Ayton? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Dalton Trigg addresses the recent report of Kyrie Irving trying to recruit Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James to the Dallas Mavericks ... as well as James' alleged response to those recruiting efforts. Trigg also dives into some NBA Draft talk as well. Will the Mavs trade or keep the No. 10 pick? Do they even know what they're going to do yet? Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg discusses the latest offseason rumblings involving upcoming Dallas Mavericks free agent Kyrie Irving. Irving has been subjected to a lot of Los Angeles Lakers speculation lately, but LeBron James playing with Irving in Dallas next to Luka Doncic would make more sense than any other realistic options on the table. However, IF Irving decides he wants to leave the Lakers, Trigg talks about the best possible trade package they could get for him in return. Oh yeah, and can NBA media finally stop disrespecting the Denver Nuggets? Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg discusses the latest rumors involving Kyrie Irving with NBA free agency just a little over one month away. There are conflicting reports out there, but chances are, Irving will be a Maverick ... at least to start next season. Trigg also recaps what's been happening in the conference finals, as the Denver Nuggets and Miami Heat look primed to meet in the finals. Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg discusses the idea of the Dallas Mavericks potentially trading for Indiana Pacers big man Myles Turner during the NBA Draft, which is five weeks away. Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson give their reactions to the Dallas Mavericks keeping their top-10 pick in the NBA Lottery on Tuesday night. It wasn't the No. 1 pick like many had hoped, but hey... keeping the No. 10 pick is better than giving the No. 11 pick to the New York Knicks. The guys then go over several NBA mock drafts and offer up a handful of trade scenarios if the Mavs choose to not stay at No. 10 in the draft order. Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg previews the NBA Lottery, which takes place on Tuesday night in Chicago. Can the Mavs move up for the first time ever? Are people severely overreacting to the Mavs tanking their last two games? Will the lucky horseshoe help any? All these important questions and more are asked on today's episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg previews what should be an exciting week, not only with the NBA conference finals starting, but also with the lottery set to take place on Tuesday. The Dallas Mavericks are taking drastic measures to increase their lottery luck given that they've never moved up in the lottery in franchise history. Thanks for listening! Be sure to check us out on YouTube as well! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Dalton Trigg is joined by return guest Richard Stayman, also known as @MavsDraft on Twitter, to discuss the Dallas Mavericks' odds in the 2023 NBA Draft Lottery, which will get underway on May 16 in Chicago. The guys talk about many different prospects, including the dream prospect of Victor Wembanyama. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg recaps all of the NBA playoff action from Wednesday's slate, including Jalen Brunson's Knicks eliminating Donovan Mitchell's Cleveland Cavaliers in five games, and Jimmy Butler's 8-seeded Miami Heat packing up Giannis Antetokounmpo's Milwaukee Bucks in five games as well. Is the Dallas Mavericks' Giannis pipe-dream back on??? That could depend on the draft lottery results on May 16. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode, Keith Smith joins host Dalton Trigg to break down the Dallas Mavericks taking on the Boston Celtics in the NBA Finals. From the juicy narratives of Kyrie Irving and Kristaps Porzingis taking on their former teams, to the actual X's and O's, the guys cover a lot of ground discussing what should be expected in this highly anticipated series. Thanks for listening, and be sure to SUBSCRIBE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg recaps all of the NBA playoff action that happened on Monday night, including LeBron James powering the Los Angeles Lakers to a 3-1 series lead over the Memphis Grizzlies and Jimmy Butler putting the No. 8 seed Miami Heat in the driver's seat against the top-seeded Milwaukee Bucks with a 3-1 series lead as well. Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Dalton Trigg recaps all of the recent NBA Playoffs action while also looking ahead to what's next for the Dallas Mavericks, who are forced to watch all that action from their couches at home this year ... including Jalen Brunson balling out for the New York Knicks. Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson wrap up the Dallas Mavericks' disappointing 2022-23 season while also looking ahead to some exciting NBA Draft Lottery possibilities ... not just prospects the Mavs could end up drafting, but the many trade opportunities that could pop up as well. Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg recaps the Dallas Mavericks' crushing overtime loss to the Atlanta Hawks on Sunday while also going over the scenarios needed for the team to make the Play-In Tournament with three games remaining in the season. If the Mavs don't make the postseason, what do their lottery odds currently look like? Offseason content could be coming in hot at Mavs Step Back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg takes a look at the Dallas Mavericks' postseason outlook with just five games remaining in the season. The Mavs are 11th in the West and just one game behind the Oklahoma City Thunder for the final play-in spot. He also takes a look at Kyrie Irving's postgame comments following the Mavs' loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday and what it could mean for Irving's future in Dallas. Oh yeah... and what about that Draymond Green and LeBron James to Dallas speculation??? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg recaps the Dallas Mavericks' blowout win over the Indiana Pacers from Monday night as Luka Doncic and Jaden Hardy both scored 20+ in less than 30 minutes of play. From there, he talks about the national media jumping the gun with the Kyrie Irving narratives and looks at the Mavs' play-in tournament chances with a standings update. Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg recaps the Mavs' disappointing loss to the Grizzlies after they surrendered a 16-point lead late in the game. He goes over all the reasons for the loss, and then gives an updated look at the standings with a huge game against the Warriors coming up on Wednesday night. Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg recaps the Dallas Mavericks' thrilling buzzer-beating win over the Los Angeles Lakers, where Maxi Kleber played the hero role. Kyrie Irving dominated with 38 points and six assists, including the final assists to Kleber for the buzzer-beating three. Irving is a great player, but he's also proven to be a great teammate as well. All that and more is discussed on today's episode, including a Western Conference standings update. GOOD VIBES ARE BACK, BABY WOOOOO!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg recaps the Mavs' 113-106 loss to the Pelicans on Wednesday night. From Jason Kidd's odd rotations, to Luka Doncic getting injured and getting his 15th technical, to Kyrie Irving and Jaden Hardy taking over the fourth quarter in a comeback attempt, we cover it all on today's episode live from New Orleans. Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg and Grant Afseth preview the Mavs' upcoming favorable stretch of games, including Tuesday night's matchup with the Utah Jazz and Wednesday night against the New Orleans Pelicans. Can the Mavs finally make a big run? Can the defense at least be average? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Dallas Mavericks are OFFICIALLY GOING BACK TO THE NBA FINALS for the first time in 13 years after blowing out the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals, 124-103. Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving's killer instincts were on full display as they combined for 72 points. Hosts Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson break down the Mavs' thrilling win from top to bottom while also looking ahead to a highly-anticipated NBA Finals matchup against the Boston Celtics. Thanks for listening, and be sure to SUBSCRIBE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Dallas Mavericks lost to the Phoenix Suns at American Airlines Center on Sunday afternoon in a star-studded matchup that lived up to every bit of the hype. Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, Kevin Durant and Devin Booker all eclipsed the 30-point mark as the Suns ultimately captured a 130-126 win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson recap the Dallas Mavericks' crazy win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday, as well as discuss the Christian Wood situation and the Mavs' current spot in the West Standings. Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg recaps the Dallas Mavericks' 124-122 loss to the Indiana Pacers from Tuesday night -- a game where Dallas had many chances to win but came up short on all six of its last possessions. What do Jason Kidd, Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving have to do in order to get things back on track? Would Goran Dragic and Nerlens Noel help get them over the hump? All that and more is discussed on this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg recaps the Mavs' disappointing loss to the Lakers one more time after taking the night to let things settle. Despite making some odd postgame comments, did coach Jason Kidd actually make some good points? How worried should we be about the Mavs' season at this point? We answer those questions and more, as well as break down all of the other Tuesday night NBA action on this episode. Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg gives an instant reaction to the Dallas Mavericks' embarrassing loss to the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday -- a game where Dallas led by as many as 27 points at one point. Trigg talks about the shortcomings of Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving, as well as coach Jason Kidd's not-so-great postgame comments that deflected accountability for what was objectively a poorly coached game on his behalf. As always, thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson recap the Mavs' blowout win over the Spurs from Thursday night. Fresh out of the All-Star break, Luka Doncic looked fresh, as he led the team with a 28p/7r/10a stat line with only one turnover. Kyrie Irving only had 23 points, but he led a fourth-quarter surge that put the Spurs away for good. Justin Holiday dazzled in his Mavs debut, scoring 15 points off the bench. What is the ceiling for this Mavs' squad? Can they keep the momentum going and beat the new-look Lakers on Sunday? We discuss all that and more on today's episode. Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg previews the Mavs' first game out of the All-Star break against the San Antonio Spurs, which is the first of six consecutive home games. He gives an injury update on Maxi Kleber and others, as well dishes on Luka Doncic looking rested and Mavs-Lakers ticket prices for Sunday being outrageous. Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg shares his optimism for the Dallas Mavericks' post-All-Star break stretch, and also talks about how the national media continues to push the Kyrie Irving-to-Los Angeles Lakers narrative despite all signs currently pointing to Irving staying in Dallas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg recaps the NBA All-Star Game, where Kyrie Irving put on a dazzling performance and broke two Mavs All-Star records. Luka Doncic, on the other hand, very much looked like he'd rather be in Mexico than playing in the All-Star Game. Given his workload this season, can we blame him? Let's talk about it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg recaps the Mavs' loss to the Nuggets on Wednesday night, which was their third loss in a row heading into NBA All-Star Weekend. Can the Mavs make a big run out of the gates of the break? They have a six-game homestand, so the chances are good. Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving and P.J. Washington didn't bring their A-games into Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals, and the Dallas Mavericks lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves, 105-100. Hosts Dalton Trigg and Drew Johnson break down what all went wrong for the Mavs, as they'll now have to travel back to Minnesota for a Game 5 on Thursday. As always, thanks for listening, and be sure to SUBSCRIBE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg previews the Dallas Mavericks' final matchup against the Denver Nuggets before the team gets a much-needed NBA All-Star break. With multiple key players being listed as questionable, can Dallas realistically beat the best team in the West in Denver? Can the Luka Doncic-Kyrie Irving duo show more consistency in the start of the game instead of just toward the end? What NBA action from Tuesday night and Wednesday night affects the Mavs in the standings? All that and more answered in this one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg recaps the Dallas Mavericks' loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday night, where they nearly erased a 26-point deficit after Kyrie Irving exploded for 26 points in the fourth quarter. Although Irving and Luka Doncic are putting up big numbers, are there still growing pains? What should we expect going forward? Will the Mavs sign LaMarcus Aldridge?! All that and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton Trigg breaks down Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving's first game together despite the Dallas Mavericks falling to the Sacramento Kings in overtime on Saturday. From there, he previews Monday night's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves and discusses the Mavs upcoming buyout market signing of 3-and-D bench wing, Justin Holiday. Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices