Welcome to the Mavs Step Back Podcast, where we discuss anything and everything related to the Dallas Mavericks: game coverage, breaking news, rumors, you name it! Dalton Trigg and Matt Galatzan are your hosts, and you can follow along with their Mavs conversations on Twitter: @dalton_trigg, @matt_galatzan. This podcast is featured on DallasBasketball.com, which is a Fan Nation site powered by Sports Illustrated. Thanks for listening! Previous guests include: Mavs' owner Mark Cuban, former M ...
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Luka Doncic, Mavs Force a GAME 7 vs. Suns With 113-86 Blowout in Game 6!
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After blowing out the Suns in Game 6 by the final score of 113-86, the Mavs have forced a winner-take-all Game 7 in Phoenix on Sunday. On this episode, hosts Dalton Trigg and Matt Galatzan are joined by a handful of listeners on Spotify Live to discuss the Game 6 win at length and what to expect heading into Game 7. Will Luka finally have a good sh…
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WE HAVE A SERIES: Mavs Defeat Suns in Game 4, Tie Semifinals at 2-2
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After falling down 0-2 to start the series, the Dallas Mavericks have come all the way back to tie things at 2-2 after a gritty Game 4 win over the Phoenix Suns at AAC on Sunday night. Luka Doncic did his thing, putting up 26 points, 11 assists, 7 rebounds and 4 steals, and Dorian Finney-Smith torched the nets to the tune of a career-high 8 three-p…
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Doncic, Brunson Lead Mavs to 4-2 Series Win Over Jazz; Suns Up Next!
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On this live-recorded episode, host Dalton Trigg is joined by DallasBasketball.com colleague Grant Afseth and a handful of excited Mavs fans on Spotify Live to break down the Mavs eliminating the Jazz in Game 6 on Thursday night. Dallas won 98-96 in a tightly contested close-out game and won the series 4-2. The guys give their final thoughts on the…
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Luka Doncic Dominates Jazz in Game 5; Mavs Up 3-2!!!
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On this live-recorded episode, host Dalton Trigg is joined by his DallasBasketball.com colleague Grant Afseth to break down what they witnessed in the Mavs' 102-77 beatdown of the Jazz in Game 5. Luka Doncic was magical, Jalen Brunson continued to do his thing, and Dallas' rugged perimeter defense is starting to take a toll on Utah. Now up 3-2 in t…
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Brunson, Dinwiddie Lead Mavs Past Jazz in Game 3; Take 2-1 Series Lead
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On this episode, hosts Dalton Trigg and Matt Galatzan are joined by a handful of guests on Spotify Live to discuss the Mavs' thrilling Game 3 win over the Jazz to take a 2-1 series lead. As Luka Doncic is close to making his return, the Mavs, led by Jalen Brunson, Spencer Dinwiddie and the rest of the supporting cast, have taken care of business wi…
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'Delirium In Dallas!': Jalen Brunson EXPLODES For 41 Points As Mavs Tie Series With Jazz, 1-1
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On this episode, host Dalton Trigg is joined by DallasBasketball.com colleague Grant Afseth and NBC News senior reporter Ben Collins to talk about the Dallas Mavericks' thrilling win over the Utah Jazz in Game 2 to tie the first-round series at 1-1. From Jalen Brunson's career-high 41 points, to Maxi Kleber breaking out of his funk by going 8-11 fr…
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Mavs-Jazz Playoff Preview: How Serious is Luka's Injury?
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On this live episode, hosts Dalton Trigg and Matt Galatzan are joined by a handful of callers to discuss the Mavs sweeping the Spurs, Luka Doncic's unfortunate calf strain in the third quarter, his availability for the playoffs, which begin on Saturday, and a Mavs-Jazz Playoff Preview. Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p…
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Luka Out-Duels Giannis, Mavs Playoff Preview, Gobert to Dallas?
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On this episode, host Dalton Trigg is joined by his DallasBasketball.com colleague Grant Afseth to talk about the Mavs' big bounce-back win over the Bucks where Luka Doncic out-dueled Giannis Antetokounmpo with 32 points and 15 assists. The guys then talk about how Doncic deserves more MVP recognition from the national media, a Mavs Playoff Preview…
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Doncic, Mavs Pass Jazz for 4th in West; Chasing Warriors for 3rd!
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On this episode, host Dalton Trigg talks about the Mavs' big win over the Jazz, giving them sole possession of 4th place in the West. Although getting home court would be huge, the Mavs now have their eyes set on catching the Warriors for 3rd, as they're only two games behind Golden State with a favorable schedule ahead. Will LeBron James (ankle) p…
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Like It Or Not, Luka Doncic Should Get Legit MVP Consideration
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On this episode, Dalton Trigg talks about the very important weekend of Mavs basketball coming up against the Timberwolves and Jazz. From there, he discusses Luka Doncic's tired legs and Maxi Kleber's continued struggles with a guest before finishing out by making the case for Doncic winning the MVP over Joel Embiid and Nikola Jokic. Thanks for lis…
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Luka Doncic's MVP Candidacy: How Does He Stack Up to Jokic, Embiid & Others?
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On this episode, Dalton Trigg is joined by DallasBasketball.com colleague Lance Roberson to discuss the MVP candidacy of Dallas Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic, who has been on an absolute tear in 2022 and coming off a 35-point, 16-rebound, seven-assist performance in a win against the Utah Jazz. Can Doncic realistically win MVP with players like N…
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Luka 'Head-Hunter' Doncic, Clutch Dinwiddie; Mavs on FIRE, baby!
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On this LIVE episode of the Mavs Step Back Podcast, host Dalton Trigg is joined by a couple of return guests to talk about the streaking Dallas Mavericks who have now won 8 of their last 10 games. Luka Doncic continues to torch the nets as he slowly climbs up the NBA's MVP ladder, and Spencer Dinwiddie is proving to be a godsend for Dallas in clutc…
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Dinwiddie, Doncic Lead Mavs' 21-Point Comeback vs. Warriors!
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On this episode, Dalton Trigg is joined by his DallasBasketball.com colleague Grant Afseth to break down the Dallas Mavericks' 21-point comeback win on the road against the Golden State Warriors. Although Luka Doncic was the game's leading scorer with 34 points, Spencer Dinwiddie was the hero who led the fourth-quarter surge to push the Mavs over t…
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Potential Mavs Playoff Opponents: Jazz, Grizzlies, Nuggets; Can Luka Keep His MVP-Level Up?
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On this episode, Dalton Trigg and Matt Galatzan recap the NBA All-Star festivities where Luka Doncic shared an incredible moment with the great Michael Jordan. Can Doncic keep up his MVP-level of play in the final stretch of the season? Are the Utah Jazz actually a favorable playoff matchup for Dallas? What about the Denver Nuggets or Memphis Grizz…
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Exclusive 1-on-1 with Dallas Mavericks GM Nico Harrison: Porzingis Trade, Dragic Buyout & Much More!
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On this special episode of the Mavs Step Back Podcast, host Dalton Trigg is joined by Dallas Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison to discuss why the Mavs decided to move on from Kristaps Porzingis at the NBA trade deadline, the possibility of Dallas signing Goran Dragic or others on the buyout market, his friendship with head coach Jason Kidd an…
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Luka Doncic Relived by KP Trade?; Dinwiddie & Bertans fit with Mavs
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On this episode, Dalton Trigg is joined by Kirk Henderson of Mavs Moneyball and others to discuss Luka Doncic torching the Los Angeles Clippers with a career-high 51 points, the timing of the Kristaps Porzingis trade to the Wizards, the fit of Spencer Dinwiddie and Davis Bertans in Dallas, and why we shouldn't be worried about Jalen Brunson's free …
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Mavs Trade Kristaps Porzingis to the Wizards!!! REACTIONS
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On this episode, Dalton Trigg and Matt Galatzan discuss the Mavs trading Kristaps Porzingis to the Washington Wizards for Spencer Dinwiddie and Davis Bertans. What led to the Mavs making this decision? Do the guys think it was a mistake or a good thing going forward? Find out here! Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podca…
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NBA Trade Deadline: What Options Are Left For Mavs? Buddy Hield? Jerami Grant?
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On this special episode of the Mavs Step Back Podcast, Dalton Trigg and Matt Galatzan are joined by Grant Afseth to discuss what the Dallas Mavericks could potentially do at the NBA Trade Deadline. Buddy Hield, Richaun Holmes and Jerami Grant are all names that have been linked to the Mavs in trade rumors lately. Learn more about your ad choices. V…
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Dallas Mavericks & New York Knicks Trade Talk with Jon Macri of Knicks Film School
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On this episode, Dalton Trigg is joined by Jon Macri of Knicks Film School to discuss a number of Dallas Mavericks and New York Knicks related trade rumors and speculation. How serious are the Knicks about Jalen Brunson? Dalton's talk with Mavs owner Mark Cuban today might make the answer to that question not matter either way, though. Thanks for l…
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NBA Trade Deadline: How Aggressive Should The Dallas Mavericks Be?
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On this episode, Dalton Trigg hosted a room on Twitter Spaces to gauge fans on what they think the Dallas Mavericks should do at this NBA trade deadline. Should the Mavs be aggressive in attempting to shakeup their roster, or should they be more conservative given that this current squad has been on such an impressive run this calendar year? Let's …
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Mavs Trade Scenarios; Is Kidd an NBA COY Candidate?
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On this episode, Dalton Trigg and Matt Galatzan discuss the Dallas Mavericks' big win over the Memphis Grizzlies, Jason Kidd's chances of being a legitimate Coach of the Year candidate, and a handful of Mavs trade scenarios to think about as the trade deadline inches closer. Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoic…
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Luka Magic Returns; Mavs Catching Up to Jazz/Grizz
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On this episode of Mavs Step Back LIVE, host Dalton Trigg is joined by Kirk Henderson of Mavs Moneyball to discuss the triumphant return of 'Luka Magic,' as Luka Doncic dropped 41 points in a 102-98 win over the Raptors on Wednesday night. The guys then talk about how much staying power this Mavs' newfound elite defense has, the strategy change tha…
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Mavs-Grizz Talk, Luka Struggling & NBA Trade Rumors
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On this episode, Dalton Trigg is joined by Kirk Henderson of Mavs Moneyball, as well as a handful of listeners, to talk about the Dallas Mavericks' matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies, Luka Doncic vs. Ja Morant, Doncic's struggles with efficiency this season, swirling NBA trade rumors involving the Mavs and more! Thanks for listening! Be sure to …
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Mavs Dominate Bulls, Myles Turner Trade Rumor & JOSH GREEN SZN
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The Dallas Mavericks have won six games in a row with two of the last three being blowouts against the best teams in the Western Conference (Warriors) and Eastern Conference (Bulls). Today, Dalton Trigg is joined by a handful of listeners in his live Greenroom to breakdown this crazy run the Mavs are on right now. From Luka Doncic's massive triple …
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'Immaculate' Doncic & Brunson; Mavs Contender-Worthy Defense
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On this episode of the Mavs Step Back Podcast, Dalton Trigg and Matt Galatzan the success the Dallas Mavericks have seen while starting Jalen Brunson with Luka Doncic, as well as Dallas’ elite defense slowly making them legit contenders in the Western Conference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…