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The Mavericks’ offseason keeps getting more interesting. This week, Mark Followill and Brian Dameris break down the six-team NBA trade that brought Santi Aldama, Marcus Sasser, and Tarik Biberovic to Dallas, examining how each player fits the roster and what their arrivals mean for the Mavs’ short- and long-term plans. Then, with Summer League reaching its halfway point, Mark and Brian dive into the performances that have stood out so far including the Mavericks’ two first-round picks, Morez Johnson Jr. and Sergio De Larrea.

Mark Followill and Brian Dameris return for a special off‑season edition of Take Dat With You to break down the major changes shaping the Dallas Mavericks over the past few months. The duo dives into the hiring of Dusty May as the team’s new head coach and the decision to select one of his former Michigan standouts, Morez Johnson Jr., with the No. 9 pick in the draft—setting the tone for a new era in Dallas.

Mark Followill and Brian Dameris jump into Studio 41 to discuss the Mavericks’ hiring of Masai Ujiri as President and Alternate Governor. During the show, breaking news emerges that the Mavs have also hired Mike Schmitz as General Manager. Mark and Brian share their immediate reactions and what the revamped front office could mean as Dallas heads into the NBA Draft Lottery.

Mark Followill and Brian Dameris jump into Studio 41 for an emergency pod after Cooper Flagg is named the 2025–26 NBA Rookie of the Year. The guys break down the key performances, moments, and statistical milestones that ultimately swung the vote in Flagg’s favor.

It’s the Take Dat With You season finale as Mark Followill and Brian Dameris jump on to unpack the biggest takeaways from the Mavericks’ season. The guys dive into Cooper Flagg’s growth over his rookie year and highlight several other players who made significant jumps, including Naji Marshall and Max Christie. They also walk through the offseason timeline, discuss the assets the Mavs carry into next season, and wrap things up by sharing their favorite games from a memorable year.

Mark Followill and Brian Dameris are back on Take Dat Wit You to recap Cooper Flagg’s historic weekend, highlighted by a combined 96 points across his last two games. The guys break down both performances, what stood out on film, and how this scoring surge is shifting the Rookie of the Year conversation—one that may now be tilting firmly in Flagg’s favor.

Mark Followill and Brian Dameris are back on Take Dat Wit You with the latest on Cooper Flagg’s push in the Rookie of the Year race. The guys dive into standout performances around the roster, from Brandon Williams finding real consistency to Daniel Gafford once again reminding opponents that rent is always due in the paint. They close things out by tipping the cap to Klay Thompson for setting a Mavericks franchise record with the most bench threes in a season, and preview a loaded weekend ahead — highlighted by Luka and the Lakers rolling into town.

In this episode of Take Dat Wit You, Mark Followill and Brian Dameris lay out their case for why they believe Cooper Flagg deserves to be the Rookie of the Year. The guys also break down the key lessons learned from the Mavericks’ last three home games and spotlight several standout performers — including Daniel Gafford and P.J. Washington.To wrap things up, Mark and Brian highlight a few March Madness matchups Mavs fans should keep an eye on and preview the team’s upcoming road stretch.

In this episode of Take Dat Wit You, Mark Followill and Brian Dameris break down Cooper Flagg’s return to peak form as he shakes off the last of his injury recovery. With Daniel Gafford sidelined, the Mavs were forced into a small‑ball look—but P.J. Washington stepped up in a big way, delivering an impressive performance as the starting center.The guys also revisit Khris Middleton’s explosive 35‑point night against the Grizzlies and discuss the ripple effect his presence has had on Flagg’s development. From there, they shift the spotlight to Naji Marshall, who’s taken a noticeable leap this season and is coming off two standout performances that show just how far his game has evolved.

In this episode of Take Dat Wit You, Mark Followill and Brian Dameris break down Cooper Flagg’s impressive return to the court—including his milestone achievement of surpassing 1,000 career points—and evaluate where he currently stands in the Rookie of the Year race. The guys also dive into Klay Thompson’s scorching hot stretch over the past week, analyzing what’s fueling his surge.Brian offers an inside look at this year’s MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference, sharing insights and trends shaping the future of sports data. And to wrap things up, Mark and Brian make the case for why former Mavericks head coach Dick Motta deserves a place in the NBA Hall of Fame.

In this episode of Take Dat Wit You, Mark Followill and Brian Dameris break down the Mavericks’ latest roster moves, including the team signing Ryan Nembhard to a multi‑year contract. They also dive into the positive momentum around Khris Middleton choosing to remain in Dallas and what that could mean for his future with the team.The discussion continues with a look at Coach Jason Kidd reaching a major milestone—his 200th win as the Mavericks’ head coach. And to wrap things up, the guys preview the demanding road trip ahead, with the team set to log 8,262 miles over the next two weeks.

In this episode of Take Dat Wit You, Mark Followill and Brian Dameris lay out the viewing guide for the rest of the Mavericks Season. They recap the Mavs last two games including Khris Middleton's impressive performance in the win over the Pacers. The guys also get into Kyrie's decision to miss the rest of the season and give an update on when Cooper Flagg could return. Speaking of Flagg, the guys take a deeper look into his stats and how they compare to one of the best rookie season of all-time in LeBron James. Then to finish the episode off, the guys look into how the Mavs have a tough road test ahead of them.

In this episode of Take Dat Wit You, Mark Followill and Brian Dameris break down the Mavericks trade of sending Anthony Davis to Washington. They breakdown everything the Mavericks received in return including both players and picks. They get into how this sets up the team’s trajectory for the rest of the year, and why it positions Dallas for long‑term success. The conversation also turns toward the future as they discuss how the franchise is fully committed to building around rising star Cooper Flagg.

Mark Followill and Brian Dameris are back with a loaded episode covering a wild stretch in Mavs basketball. The guys break down Cooper Flagg’s incredible 49‑point explosion against the Hornets and discuss the growing comparisons between the rookie phenom and Kevin Durant’s first year.They also take a closer look at the late‑game sequences from the matchups with Charlotte and Houston, breaking down what went right, what went wrong, and what it means moving forward.Off the court, Mark and Brian reflect on a special week honoring Mavs legends Mark Aguirre and Norm Sonju. Then the guys share their story of being stuck on a plane for four hours during the North Texas ice storm, and look ahead to the looming NBA trade deadline.

Mark Followill and Brian Dameris hop right into Studio41 straight from the airport to discuss the Mavericks big win over the Knicks. They talk about the confidence Max Christie is showing on the court and discuss how much of it came from being teammates with the man who has made the 4th most three-pointers in NBA history, Klay Thompson. The guys also discuss how the time off may have benefited Cooper Flagg and how Naji Marshall has turned into Mr. Automatic in the past five games. The guys then take a deeper look at the end of the roster with the impact the two-way players have made lately. Then to finish it off the guys get into how Caleb Martin is returning to his old ways and what type of impact he can make in the 2nd half of the season.

Mavericks legend Mark Aguirre comes down to Studio41 to reminisce about his playing days with Mark Followill and Brian Dameris. They look back on some of his favorite moments as a Mav and what it means to him to have his jersey number retired. Then Followill and Dameris look back on Flagg breaking through the rookie wall this past week. They also discuss the injury to Anthony Davis and how that will effect the Mavs going forward. The guys also take a deep looker at some of Dallas' younger players including Brandon Williams, Ryan Nembhard, and Miles Kelly.

The Mavericks got a much needed win over the Houston Rockets thanks to the return of Anthony Davis. Mark Followill and Brian Dameris discuss what his return means and how Max Christie has caught on fire in the past three games. The guys took a deep dive into where Cooper Flagg currently ranks in NBA's young players and how Jason Kidd is the perfect coach to help him break through the rookie wall. Then to finish it off the guys reflect on how how Brandon Williams has turned into a key contributor for the Mavericks in the past year.

The Mavericks closed down 2025 with a heartbreaking loss to the Portland Trail Blazers. Mark Followill and Brian Dameris breakdown how the Mavs ended up coming short but point out a few players that shined on the court. The guys recap the historic month Cooper Flagg had and reflect back on the monumental moments that happened for the Mavs this past year. The guys wrap up the episode previewing the big decisions that will be coming in 2026 including if Mark has a legit chance to be the Mavericks next GM.

Mark Followill and Brian Dameris stop by Studio 41 to breakdown this past rollercoaster of a week for the Mavericks. The guys reflect back on Cooper Flagg's first NBA games as an 18-year old and ask the question if he can be an All-Star this year? They also get into how Naji Marshall has been Mr. Automatic in the paint and how the team has been leaning on Brandon Williams in the clutch.

Mark Followill and Brian Dameris breakdown Cooper Flagg's record setting 42-point performance against the Utah Jazz. They also discuss how the Lively injury impacts the rest of the season and which players the Mavs will have to lean on. The guys also get into Naji Marshall's efficiency from the paint, and what trends in the NBA are sticking out.

Mark Followill and Brian Dameris come down to Studio41 to breakdown how the Mavericks have turned things around winning 4 of their last 5 games. They discuss how both rookies Cooper Flagg and Ryan Nembhard have had such an immediate impact. The guys also get into Anthony Davis playing at the 5, Klay Thompson's key contributions off the bench, and how Brandon Williams is the perfect lightning and thunder compliment to Ryan Nembhard.

The Mavericks rookies have led the Mavericks to their first back to back wins of the year so Mark Followill and Brian Dameris come into Studio41 to breakdown how they are making an impact so quickly into their NBA career. They also discuss the return of Anthony Davis and how he could be the key difference in these clutch games. They also get into how Dwight Powell has stepped up with the big men out and could Klay Thompson be a candidate for the 6th man of the year award.

Mark Followill and Brian Dameris drop by Studio41 to discuss how the Mavs continue to struggle to close out games. They also get into how both rookies Cooper Flagg and Ryan Nembhard have been making an impact. They discuss the some of the key players on the roster from Naji Marshall showing off against his former team, Max Christie being 5th in NBA 3pt%, and Klay Thompson stepping up as the much needed leader for this team.

Mark Followill and Brian Dameris stop by Studio41 to discuss how leading the NBA in clutch games has given Cooper Flagg an oppurtunity to shine. They also get into how the injuries to the Mavs big men has give Moussa Cissé an opportunity no was one was expecting.They discuss they switch up Brandon Williams starting and what advantages it is to have both Klay Thompson and D'Angelo Russell coming off the bench. 

Mark Followill and Brian Dameris hop into Studio41 to discuss the Mavericks relieving Nico Harrison of his GM duties.The guys breakdown what this means moving forward as Michael Finley and Matt Riccardi take over as co-interim GMs. They also discuss Cooper Flagg's break out performance against the Bucks and how the newest game plan from Coach Kidd could lead to some more wins.

Mark Followill and Brian Dameris are back in Studio41 to recap the Mavs first road trip of the season. The guys breakdown how the injuries to the Mavs big men has impacted them both offensively and defensively. They also discuss a few players that have stepped up lately including P.J. Washington and Max Christie. The guys take a look ahead as Dallas starts their NBA Cup games this Friday against the Memphis Grizzlies.

With the first week of the NBA season over with, Mark Followill and Brian Dameris are here to review where the Mavs first 4 games. The guys breakdown how rookie Cooper Flagg has looked so far and how Anthony Davis and P.J. Washington have been the most consistent players so far. They also discuss the blueprint of this Mavs team and what needs to happen in order for them to break through.

Opening Day of the NBA Season is almost here so Mark Followill and Brian Dameris are here to give you a season preview of the Mavericks season. From the expectations of the #1 overall pick Cooper Flagg. They breakdown how the new coaching staff will impact the Mavs new look offense. They also discuss the competition in the West and the historic 5 game home stand to start the season.

Dallas Mavericks Vice President Basketball Strategy & Analytics Andrew Baker stops by Studio 41 to talk with Mark Followill and Brian Dameris about his journey to joining the Mavs and what are the challenges he and the front office face while chasing the NBA Championship.

The Dallas Mavericks schedule is out! Mark Followill and Brian Dameris break down everything about it with including the historic 5 game home stretch to start off the season to finishing off the journey with 10 of the last 12 games against Western Conference foes.

The Dallas Mavericks Summer League is officially underway! Mark Followill and Brian Dameris break down Cooper Flagg’s highly anticipated debut in a Mavs jersey. Brian shares his firsthand impressions of Flagg’s performance and what it was like seeing the future star up close. They also dive into performances from Ryan Nembhard and Miles Kelly in the first two games, along with the forming coaching staff, and they also play a Summer League version of "Stump the Followill."

After all the dust has settled and Summer League remains on the horizon, Mark Followill and Brian Dameris discuss the new look Dallas Mavericks for the 2025-26 season. The night of the 2025 NBA Draft was one to remember, and they talk about all of the memorable moments. They also talk about the latest with Kyrie Irving, the signing of D'Angelo Russell, and the newest two-way contract additions in Ryan Nembhard and Miles Kelly.

Dallas Mavericks Assistant General Manager Matt Riccardi stops by Studio 41 to talk with Mark Followill and Brian Dameris about his experience at the lottery, his journey back to the metroplex, and building the blocks of the Dallas Mavericks.

After a 1.8% chance of getting the first pick in the NBA lottery, the Dallas Mavericks will now have the franchises first lottery overall number one pick. Mark Followill and Brian Dameris recap their experience in watching the lottery, and breakdown what is next for the new Mavericks offseason. They also take a first look at projected first pick Cooper Flagg.

With the Mavericks season coming to an end, Mark Followill and Brian DeMaris recap both play-in games. The guys breakdown the possible moves ahead for Dallas, including how the Kyrie opting in or out decision will impact the roster. They discuss the vision for the roster moving forward and how long the Mavericks window is open with Anthony Davis.

The Take Dat With You crew are joined by Ben and Skin of Poor Spacing to preview the Mavericks play-in match up against the Sacramento Kings. The guys where the Mavs advantages are in this game and what they will need to focus on to slow down the Kings. The crew also takes time to recap Luka's return to Dallas.

The Take Dat With You crew are joined by Ben and Skin of Poor Spacing to preview one the biggest Mavericks regular season game with Luka's first game back in Dallas. The guys break down the emotions they will feel broadcasting the game along with how Anthony Davis and Luka Doncic will feel facing their former teams. They also take a deep dive into the play-in race and what the Mavs will need to do to clinch the 9th spot to get a home game.

After a 3-1 week on the road and a loss to the Nets at home, Mark Followill and Brian Dameris breakdown the 9th place Dallas Mavericks. The guys breakdown the possible huge lineups with Daniel Gafford and Dereck Lively II returning. They discuss the big performances from Jaden Hardy, Klay Thompson, and Naji Marshall on the road. They also say goodbye to 2-way players Kessler Edwards and Brandon Williams and the challenge of who to possibly bring back in the playoffs.

Mark Followill and Brian Dameris breakdown Anthony Davis first game back and how big of an impact he can have with the Mavs fighting for a playoff spot. The guys take a deep dive into the Mavs role players Spencer Dinwiddie and Naji Marshall stepping up this past week. They also get into the recent play of the 2-way players and how Kai Jones how has showed he could be a have a bigger role next season.

Mark Followill and Brian Dameris breakdown the Mavs loss to the 76ers and how it impacts the race for the 10th seed. They discuss the how strong P.J. Washington looked coming back from injury and how Max Christie is starting to look sharp again. The guys take a deep dive into the Mavs injury updates and they try to clear any confusion that the Mavs will not be forfeiting any games this season. They also get into the play of Brandon Williams and how he might be a key piece going into next season.

Mark Followill and Brian Dameris breakdown the mavs gritty win over the San Antonio Spurs. They discuss Klay Thompson stepping up on and off the court after Kyrie's injury. They also get into the role players stepping up with Kessler Edwards and Brandon Williams having career highs this past week. They take a deep dive into the Western Conference Standings and how the Mavs can create some offense while the bigs get ready to return.

Mark Followill and Brian Dameris discuss the latest Dallas Mavericks injury news after Kyrie Irving tore his ACL against Sacramento. They look at the roster challenges ahead as the Mavericks try to stay in the playoff hunt. Also, they discuss the history and performance of Kai Jones. They add context to the Moses Brown performance against Charlotte. Dameris and Followill also look at the games on the schedule in the next month.

Mark Followill and Brian Dameris preview the Mavericks facing Luka Doncic for the first time as a Los Angeles Lakers. They take a deep dive into how Kyrie Irving has stepped up both on and off the court since the Luka trade. They breakdown recent play of the under the radar hustler players like Edwards, Williams, and Prosper. Dameris and Followill also take time to talk the Western Conference standings and give an injury update to the Mavs big men.

Mark Followill and Brian Dameris take a deep dive into all the injuries for the Mavs big men and how they will have to adapt by playing small ball. They  breakdown the debuts of the Mavs new players Anthony Davis and Max Christie, and discuss what Caleb Martin will bring when he's available. Dameris and Followill also take time to talk about Kyrie Irving being named an All-Star and how Klay Thompson has started to shine these past few games.

Mark Followill and Brian Dameris take a deep dive into the Mavericks blockbuster trade. They discuss their emotional ride of from moving on from Luka Doncic and reflect on the magic he brought to Dallas for the past 7 years. Dameris and Followill also take time to talk about Maxi Kleber and Markieff Morris' impact on the franchise. They breakdown how big the immediate impact that Anthony Davis and Max Christie bring to this team and their future playoff hopes. 

Mark Followill and Brian Dameris breakdown what the Mavericks past can do moving forward with the roster after losing Derek Lively and Maxi Kleber to injury. They take a deep dive into the record tying performance of Klay Thompson scoring seven 3-pointers in the first quarter against the Wizards and how Omax Prosper has grown so far into his sophomore season. They take a look at the upcoming 5 game road trip and how Mavs can return home in good spirits.

Mark Followill and Brian Dameris recap the Mavericks past week including the controversial missed goaltending call against the Pelicans. They take a deep dive into the first half of the season and how injuries have gotten in the way but the Mavs still have a chance to achieve their goals if they can get healthy. They breakdown the loss against the Hornets and shine a light on how dominant Daniel Gafford was with his career high 31 points. They take a look at the upcoming "rivalry week" and how get through one of the toughest weeks of the season.

Mark Followill and Brian Dameris recap the Mavericks past week with the 2 big wins over the Lakers and Trail Blazers and how they let the Nuggets slip away with the win. They take a deep dive into the formula the Mavs have in order to get wins while their super stars are away even though it sounds like Kyrie may be returning sooner rather than later. They breakdown upcoming schedule and how the Mavs can even this "baseball series" against the Denver Nuggets.

Mark Followill and Brian Dameris discuss how the injury bug hit the Mavericks again with Kyrie Irving and Daniel Gafford missing time. They take a deep dive into which role players must step up like how Grimes did with against the Cavaliers when he had 28 point created in the 3rd quarter. They breakdown the Mavs tough January schedule and which games are key to win in order to stay in the playoff race.

Mark Followill and Brian Dameris breakdown the blueprint to how the Mavs can overcome the injuries to both Luka Doncic and P.J. Washington. They discuss what new year's resolutions for the Mavs are for 2025. They also take a deep dive into the tough January schedule for the Mavs including Fridays game against the Cavaliers.