Locked On Mavericks - Daily Podcast On The Dallas Mavs

The Dallas Mavericks are entering the NBA offseason with a new head coach in Dusty May, and how he handles Kyrie Irving could shape the Mavs' entire future. Cooper Flagg, Dereck Lively II, and the rest of Dallas' young core were on full display as the Mavericks kicked off NBA Summer League action. Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) breaks down why Dusty May's approach to Kyrie Irving looks nothing like...

The Dallas Mavericks kicked off NBA Summer League with a hard-fought loss to the Golden State Warriors, but Morez Johnson Jr.'s dominant debut has fans buzzing about the Mavs' frontcourt future alongside Cooper Flagg. Sergio De Larrea, Ryan Nembhard, and Vsevolod Ishchenko all made their Mavericks debuts, showing flashes that could shape how Dallas builds around Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving this...

The Dallas Mavericks have officially completed a blockbuster six-team trade, landing Santi Aldama, Marcus Sasser, and the draft rights to Tarik Biberovic while preserving their full spending power for the rest of the summer. With the Mavs' 2026 Summer League roster locked in, what do Cooper Flagg, Kyrie Irving, and the rest of the NBA need to know about every young Maverick fighting for a roster s...

The Dallas Mavericks are heating up this NBA offseason as Dereck Lively II's health becomes the center of attention alongside ongoing buzz around Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving. A viral walking video has Mavs fans and NBA insiders debating what it means for Dallas's frontcourt depth heading into next season. Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) breaks down the viral clip of Dereck Lively II walking at the...

The Dallas Mavericks are shaping a new identity in NBA Summer League, and rookies Morez Johnson Jr. and Sergio De Larrea are already turning heads. On the same timeline as Cooper Flagg, these two Mavs draft picks are giving fans a first real look at what Kyrie Irving's supporting cast could look like for years to come.  Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) breaks down insider scouting reports on Morez Joh...

The Dallas Mavericks are showing a new level of patience and strategic planning as they enter the Cooper Flagg era, focusing on building a strong foundation for future NBA success. How will this approach shape the Mavs alongside stars like Kyrie Irving and key offseason additions?  Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) breaks down what this new patient approach means for the Dallas Mavericks, how recent tr...

The Dallas Mavericks were connected to Rui Hachimura before he re-signed with the Clippers, and that rumor raises a bigger question about what Dallas has planned. Nick Angstadt breaks down why the Mavs, Cooper Flagg, Kyrie Irving, and the front office may be circling something much larger this NBA offseason.  Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) covers the Rui Hachimura rumor, the expected arrival of shar...

The Dallas Mavericks have officially set their Summer League roster, and Cooper Flagg, Kyrie Irving, and the NBA world are watching to see how the newest Mavs prospects fit alongside Dallas' stars. From Sergio De Larrea to Morez Johnson Jr., the Mavs' front office is putting its fingerprints on a roster built for shooting, size, and athleticism. Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) breaks down every playe...

The Dallas Mavericks officially signed rookie guard Sergio De Larrea to a four-year deal, and the Mavs now have to figure out exactly how he fits alongside Cooper Flagg, Kyrie Irving, and the rest of the roster. What does Sergio De Larrea's passing, shooting, and positional size bring to the Dallas Mavericks, and where does he fit in an already crowded NBA backcourt? Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) b...

LeBron James' free agency camp just put the Dallas Mavericks on a shocking business shortlist — and it has nothing to do with basketball. As Rich Paul's viral whiteboard makes the rounds, Mavs fans are asking why Kyrie Irving and Cooper Flagg never came up in the pitch to bring LeBron James to Dallas, and what that says about the NBA's wildest offseason yet. Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) breaks dow...

The Dallas Mavericks spent their NBA offseason attacking one glaring weakness — shooting — and the roster overhaul is dramatic. From Kyrie Irving's return to a wave of new marksmen, Mavs fans finally have real reason to believe the three-point struggles are behind them.  Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) breaks down every shooting addition Dallas has made, including Marcus Sasser, Serigo De Larrea, Tar...

The Dallas Mavericks offseason is heating up as the front office reshapes its roster around Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving. This breakdown covers a big free-agency miss, two fresh trade acquisitions, and what it all means for the Mavs and the NBA's most-watched rebuild.  Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) & Slightly Biased ( Slightly Biased ) break down everything the Mavericks have done so far this offs...

The Dallas Mavericks made a significant offseason move by acquiring Santi Aldama from the Memphis Grizzlies, adding a 7-foot shooting big that deepens a Mavs frontcourt already featuring Cooper Flagg, and signals that more NBA roster moves are on the way for Dallas. With Masai Ujiri building around Cooper Flagg for the future, Kyrie Irving's supporting cast is being reshaped with a clear emphasis...

The Dallas Mavericks made a shrewd offseason trade to acquire Santi Aldama from the Memphis Grizzlies, adding one of the NBA's rarest commodities, a legitimate seven-foot stretch five, to a roster built around Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving. With this low-cost move officially set to close on July 6th alongside the Marcus Sasser signing, the Mavs are quietly assembling one of the most versatile fron...

Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) & Isaac Harris (@IsaacLHarris) react to the trade of Santi Aldama to the Dallas Mavericks.     TEXT LINE : Be a Locked On Mavs Insider to support the show and get texts from Nick & Isaac on every Mavs Rumors, News Updates, Game Previews, Q&As, & More… 📲 https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonmavs 📲 TEXT: 214-643-8637     Everydayer Club   If you never miss an episode, it’s ...

The Dallas Mavericks have been quiet in NBA free agency while teams like the Los Angeles Lakers are making massive moves — but is Dallas actually winning the offseason by staying patient? With Marcus Sasser reportedly headed to the Mavs, Sergio De Larrea coming over for summer league, and Kyrie Irving's roster spot still needing reinforcement, Cooper Flagg's supporting cast is very much a work in...

The Dallas Mavericks went completely silent on Day 1 of NBA free agency, making no significant signings or trades as the rest of the league reshuffled rosters around them. With Cooper Flagg's supporting cast still uncertain and Kyrie Irving entering a pivotal season, the Mavs front office strategy is drawing major attention across the NBA landscape. Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) & Isaac Harris (@Is...

The Dallas Mavericks are making moves as NBA free agency heats up, with the Mavs front office navigating a critical offseason to build around Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving. With rumors swirling around potential signings and roster moves, every development could shape the future of this franchise heading into the new NBA season. Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) & Isaac Harris (@IsaacLHarris) break down...

The Dallas Mavericks have emerged as the leading suitor to acquire Detroit Pistons guard Marcus Sasser via trade, sparking major NBA offseason rumors about the Mavs' guard rotation, trade exceptions, and roster direction. With Cooper Flagg locked in as a cornerstone and Kyrie Irving leading the backcourt, Dallas must answer key questions about who can support them — and whether this Marcus Sasser...

Free agency is officially underway, and the Dallas Mavericks have decisions to make at the guard spot. Could Cooper Flagg's timeline align with a trade for a rising young defender, or will the Mavs play it safer in NBA free agency?  Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) & Isaac Harris (@IsaacLHarris) break down the Dallas Mavericks' free agency options, debating realistic and dream trade targets at guard,...

Dusty May's introductory press conference signals a brand new era for the Dallas Mavericks, with Masai Ujiri and the Mavs front office promising to bring winning and joy back to NBA basketball in Dallas. From Cooper Flagg's generational potential to Kyrie Irving's relationship with the new coaching staff, this episode breaks down everything you need to know about the new Mavericks regime.  Nick An...

The Dallas Mavericks are facing serious questions heading into NBA free agency after a concerning injury update on Dereck Lively II that could reshape the team's entire offseason strategy. With Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving as the cornerstones of the Mavs' rebuild, Masai Ujiri and GM Mike Schmitz must now evaluate every option at center and in the backcourt as the NBA offseason heats up. Nick Angs...

The Dallas Mavericks are at the center of the NBA's biggest offseason trade rumors, with reported interest in acquiring Kawhi Leonard in a deal that could send Klay Thompson, PJ Washington, and multiple draft picks to the Los Angeles Clippers. How does a potential Kawhi Leonard trade affect Cooper Flagg's development and the Dallas Mavs' long-term title window alongside Kyrie Irving? Nick Angstadt...

The Dallas Mavericks have made their pick and the NBA Draft analysis is here — find out why Morez Johnson Jr. may be the best big man selected and what it means for the future of the Mavs alongside Cooper Flagg. From defensive versatility to shooting projection, NBA draft grades, big man comps, and roster fit, this episode breaks down everything Dallas Mavericks fans need to know about their newes...

The Dallas Mavericks made one of the most surprising moves of the NBA Draft, selecting Morez Johnson Jr. as a top-10 pick — a player who arrived at Michigan as a bench piece and left as the first player off the board. Could this be the steal of the draft for the Mavs, and what does it mean for Kyrie Irving and Cooper Flagg's window in Dallas?  Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) is joined by Isaiah Hole...