Dallas Mavericks
Mentioned in 41 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
# Dallas Mavericks An NBA team frequently discussed in podcasts for their roster construction around star player Luka Doncic, including major transactions like the acquisition of Kyrie Irving and Grant Williams. Podcast commentary focuses on Doncic's championship potential, playing style, and the team's draft strategy—notably their successful tanking to acquire Doncic and speculation around Cooper Flagg as a future franchise player. The team has also been a subject of ownership speculation following Mark Cuban's 2023 sale of his majority stake to the Adelson-Dumont family.
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The Herd with Colin Cowherd · May 21, 2026
THE HERD - Hour 2 - Raiders have the right pieces, taking a look at the WCF & ECF, Jim Jackson
“NBA team discussed regarding Kyrie Irving trade possibilities and roster moves under new president Messiah Jerry”
The Pat McAfee Show · May 20, 2026
PMS 2.0 1557 - Adam Schefter, Shams Charania, Quentin Richardson, Jordan Agbanoma Makes His College Commitment, Erik Johnson, Brandt Snedeker, & AJ Hawk
“Discussed regarding Jason Kidd firing and organizational reset under new president Masai Ujiri”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · May 20, 2026
Knicks Historic Comeback Reaction + How Can OKC Recover vs. Spurs? & Kidd Out In Dallas
“Parted ways with head coach Jason Kidd; hired Masai Ujiri as team president for organizational reset”
The Herd with Colin Cowherd · May 15, 2026
Hoops Tonight - Lakers FAILED LeBron James, not the other way around
“Referenced as comparison for Dirk Nowitzki's single championship tenure”
The Ryen Russillo Show · May 13, 2026
Wizards President on the No. 1 Pick, Wemby & the Spurs Bounce Back, Plus Future Lottery Pick Nate Ament
“NBA team involved in trade discussions for Anthony Davis acquisition by Washington Wizards”
The Bible Recap Deep Dive · May 13, 2026
Week 19 (Days 127-133): Why was Uzzah killed for keeping the ark from falling?
“Marvin Walker serves as chaplain for the NBA team, mentioned as part of his professional roles”
First Take · Apr 16, 2026
Hour 2: What Does Kawhi Leonard's Future Hold?
“Referenced for Jalen Brunson's previous playoff performance before joining Knicks”
Club Shay Shay · Apr 11, 2026
Best of NFL News Part 1: HEATED DEBATE: KD or Ant Man to lead their team in the playoffs?! Giannis' FAKE LOVE for Bucks is only for his Nike shoe contract!
“Discussed regarding LeBron James performance and Luka Doncic vs Cooper Flagg comparison debate”
First Take · Apr 8, 2026
Hour 2: How Will Lakers Players Respond to JJ Redick Calling Them Out?
“Luka Doncic mentioned as playoff opponent of Anthony Edwards; series performance analyzed”
Almost Athletes with Dude Perfect · Apr 8, 2026
Dude Perfect RANKS Vanilla Ice Cream
“NBA team; hosts are fans; team struggling with Luca Doncic injury and playoff positioning”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Apr 8, 2026
Bulls Finally Moving In Right Direction + Playoff Seeding Battles You Need To Watch
“Mentioned regarding Luka Doncic trade history and current playoff positioning discussions”
The Pat McAfee Show · Apr 6, 2026
PMS 2.0 1529 - Final Four Recap, National Championship Preview, Jim Nantz, Shaquille O'Neal LIVE From The ThunderDome, Coach K, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk
“Cooper Flagg's NBA team; Jason Kidd coaching Flagg at point guard position”
First Things First · Apr 2, 2026
Victor Wembanyama scores 41 back-to-back, Raiders sign Kirk Cousins, Lakers vs. Thunder, BUD List
“Luka Doncic's team, third MVP candidate with 600 points in March and player-of-month honors”
First Take · Apr 2, 2026
Hour 2: MVPTake
“NBA team with Luka Dončić; referenced in Finals performance and media coverage discussion”
The Pat McAfee Show · Apr 1, 2026
PMS 2.0 1526 - Cooper Flagg, Chase Daniel, WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert, Dan Orlovsky, & Darius Butler
“Cooper Flagg's NBA team; struggling season discussed; Luka Doncic mentioned as star player”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Apr 1, 2026
Coaches Frustrated With SGA + Mark Cuban’s Biggest Regret In Dallas + LeBron’s Future
“Primary focus of Mark Cuban regret story; discussed ownership transition and basketball operations failures”
Nashville's Morning News with Dan Mandis · Mar 31, 2026
The Chris Cross Hand-Off
“Mentioned as potential team that could sign Jade Ivey; Mark Cuban's ownership discussed”
Nashville's Morning News with Dan Mandis · Mar 31, 2026
Hour 4 of NMN, Cpt. Shem Malmquist + The Chris Cross Hand-Off
“NBA team potentially mentioned as possible destination for displaced player Jade Nivey”
First Things First · Mar 6, 2026
Nuggets beat Lakers, Jayson Tatum to return from Achilles tear, Brou’s NBA MVP Ballot, Title Pie
“Playing Celtics tonight; analyzed regarding potential Max Crosby trade acquisition”
Nightcap · Mar 5, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Shai & Chet TAKE DOWN the Knicks + JJ Redick DOWNPLAYS CONFRONTATION With Luka + Celtics ANTICIPATING Jayson Tatum’s RETURN + Iso Joe AGREES with Max Kellerman that MJ could average 40-Point TRIPLE DOUBLE + Mr. Tendernism JOINS Nightcap
“NBA team featuring Luka Doncic, discussed regarding JJ Redick's coaching decisions and player substitution conflicts”
Club Shay Shay · Mar 5, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Shai & Chet TAKE DOWN the Knicks + JJ Redick DOWNPLAYS CONFRONTATION With Luka + Celtics ANTICIPATING Jayson Tatum’s RETURN + Iso Joe AGREES with Max Kellerman that MJ could average 40-Point TRIPLE DOUBLE + Mr. Tendernism JOINS Nightcap
“JJ Redick's sideline confrontation with Luka Doncic discussed; team beat Warriors 129-101”
Joe and Jada · Mar 3, 2026
Jalen Rose & God Shammgod on Fab Five & NIL, Kobe Bryant, Rucker Park & ‘Meal Ticket’ doc
“NBA team where God Shammgod worked as assistant coach during training sessions mentioned in episode”
Felger & Massarotti · Mar 2, 2026
Jayson Tatum’s Documentary // Patriots Offseason Spending // Lightning Round of Callers - 3/2 (Hour 3)
“Mentioned as potential opponent for Tatum's return game on Friday”
First Take · Mar 2, 2026
Hour 2: Problem with Draymond Defending Nico Harrison?
“Team that traded Luka Doncic under GM Nico Harrison; discussed regarding draft lottery success with Cooper Flagg”
Nightcap · Mar 1, 2026
Best of NBA News Part 2: Shannon Sharpe GOES OFF on BROKE Gambler talking CRAZY to Russell Westbrook's WIFE, Cooper Flagg's CEILING as the Mavericks’ FRANCHISE player!
“Discussed as potential landing spot for Cooper Flagg as franchise player”
Club Shay Shay · Mar 1, 2026
Best of NBA News Part 2: Shannon Sharpe GOES OFF on BROKE Gambler talking CRAZY to Russell Westbrook's WIFE, Cooper Flagg's CEILING as the Mavericks’ FRANCHISE player!
“Analyzed Cooper Flagg's potential as franchise player and superstar ceiling in NBA context”
Nightcap · Feb 27, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Suns EMBARRASS Lakers DEFENSE + Luka Doncic WHINES too MUCH + Son Knueppel BREAKS ROOKIE 3PT RECORD + Hawks hosting MAGIC CITY Night + NFL Team REPORT CARDS + Nahir Albright JOINS Nightcap
“Luka Doncic's team; discussed regarding ball dominance, defensive limitations, and playoff viability”
Club Shay Shay · Feb 27, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Suns EMBARRASS Lakers DEFENSE + Luka Doncic WHINES too MUCH + Son Knueppel BREAKS ROOKIE 3PT RECORD + Hawks hosting MAGIC CITY Night + NFL Team REPORT CARDS + Nahir Albright JOINS Nightcap
“Luka Doncic analyzed for complaining with referees and ball-dominant playing style affecting team construction”
Club 520 Podcast · Feb 26, 2026
Club 520 - Grant Williams on being TEAMMATES w/ Jeff Teague, GUARDING Joel Embiid & Steph Curry, Luka vs. Tatum
“Team Grant Williams signed with as a free agent, playing alongside Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving”
First Take · Feb 26, 2026
Hour 2: Can Luka Lead a Championship Team?
“Team discussed extensively regarding Luka Doncic's championship potential and Nico Harrison's personnel decisions”
Pablo Torre Finds Out · Feb 20, 2026
The Sporting Class: Corrupt Union Bosses, the Dark Arts of Ownership & NBA Draft Abolition
“Mark Cuban's former team; used as example of successful tanking strategy to acquire Luka Doncic.”
Heed the Call NFL Podcast with Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler · Feb 19, 2026
Mailbag: Biggest Offseason Tropes, Bold Predictions & Having Fun with Bad Teams
“Justin Graver discusses Luka Doncic trade impact on his NBA fandom; example of how single transaction can destroy fan engagement”
The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz · Feb 12, 2026
Postgame Show: Go Be Great (feat. JuJu Gotti)
“Opponent in Lakers matchup prediction, discussed in context of recent major trade transaction”
The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz · Feb 12, 2026
The Big Suey: Vocal Masturbation (feat. David Samson)
“Subject of speculation regarding Mark Cuban's potential buyback after selling majority stake to Adelson-Dumont family in 2023”
The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz · Feb 12, 2026
Local Hour: The 'Dunk On Jeremy' Show
“Example of franchise that tanked after Finals appearance and acquired Cooper Flagg”
The Herd with Colin Cowherd · Feb 10, 2026
THE HERD - Hour 1 - Giving Sam Darnold the proper credit, defending Drake Maye
“NBA team experiencing ownership crisis after Patrick Dumanth's acquisition; Mark Cuban considering buyback”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Feb 6, 2026
Full NBA Trade Deadline Reaction
“Saved approximately $70 million in salary and luxury tax; acquired first-round picks”
The Zach Lowe Show · Jan 20, 2026
The Knicks May Have a KAT Problem. Plus, Butler Injury Aftermath and Trade Deadline Preview.
“Discussed for their lack of clear front office leadership and uncertainty around trading Anthony Davis and Daniel Gafford”
The Zach Lowe Show · Jan 15, 2026
Trade Partners for Jonathan Kuminga, Anthony Davis, and Ja Morant!
“Anthony Davis trade destination discussed; team over luxury tax and seeking upgrades around Luka Doncic”
PTI · Jan 7, 2026
Why Washington Star QB Demond Williams Entering Portal Sparked Drama!
“Drafted Luca Doncic in 2018 trade that sent Trey Young to Atlanta”
The Zach Lowe Show · Dec 18, 2025
Under-the-Radar Trade Candidates With Wosny Lambre. Plus, Alperen Sengun and Jalen Duren on Their Teams' Successes.
“Discussed as team needing ball handler and potentially trading Anthony Davis; struggling with spacing issues”