Honoring Nellie

On this episode of Take Dat With You, Mark Followill and Brian Dameris reflect on the legacy of Mavericks icon Don Nelson, sharing some of their favorite memories of the Hall of Fame coach and discussing the profound impact he had on the franchise. The guys look at how Nelson's vision, innovation, and influence helped build the foundation that eventually led to the Mavericks' 2011 NBA Championship. Then, Mark and Brian dive into the Mavericks' 2026-27 schedule, breaking down key stretches, marquee matchups, and some of the biggest challenges Dallas will face throughout the season. To wrap things up, they discuss the Mavs' latest roster moves, including the acquisition of former No. 1 overall pick Zaccharie Risacher and the contract extension for Naji Marshall, and what those decisions could mean for the team's future.