Mavs From the Past: Wang Zhizhi
Wang Zhizhi was born in Beijing, China. The 7’ 0” tall center became the first-ever Chinese-born player to play in the NBA.
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Episode 76: Media Day / First Day of Training Camp Highlights
Landon Thomas is joined by Ian Kayanja as they discuss what stood out from the 2022 Dallas Mavericks media day and the first practice of training camp.
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Mavs From the Past: Evan Eschmeyer
Evan Eschmeyer played in the NBA for a couple of years, unfortunately, injuries cut his career short, but he did achieve a dream that many basketball fans have, he made it into the NBA.
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2022-23 Dallas Mavericks Media Day
The Mavericks open Training Camp by holding their annual Media Day at American Airlines Center. This yearly event provides the Mavericks players and head coach to speak to media as they tip-off the upcoming 2022-23 season.
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History of Hispanic Mavericks Players
In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re taking a look back at the four Hispanic players that played for the Dallas Mavericks throughout the team’s history and the mark they left in the league.
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Dirk Nowitzki’s Pro Celebrity Tennis Classic
Returning after a three-year break, the beloved NBA champ and Dallas Maverick favorite hosted the fifth-annual Dirk Nowitzki Pro Celebrity Tennis Classic.
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Episode 75: 2022-23 Season Kickoff
Landon Thomas is joined by Ian Kayanja as they kick the season off discussing Luka Dončić and Slovenia in EuroBasket, Maxi Kleber extension, Spencer Dinwiddie starting again and the Mavs third ball handler.
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Mavs From the Past: Steve Nash
Steve Nash had an illustrious Hall of Fame career that spanned almost two decades. He’s continued to grow his legacy, now as an NBA head coach.
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Signing Another Ball Handler is Necessary for the Mavs
Right now the Mavs have several guards who could fill this need but none of them quite have all the traits that true ball handlers usually do.
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Mavs From the Past: Eduardo Nájera
Eduardo Nájera was born in Meoqui, Chihuahua, Mexico. He became the second Mexican-born player in NBA history and the first to be drafted into the league.
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Spencer Dinwiddie getting the opportunity to start again
Dinwiddie is part of their answer as to who can co-exist alongside Dončić and provide production when Dončić isn’t on the floor. Both elements are crucial in a Dončić-centered offense.
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The Dallas Mavericks Extend Maxi Kleber
The Dallas Mavericks have signed forward Maxi Kleber to a contract extension. Per Shams Charania of The Athletic, the extension is a 3-year, $33 million deal, which will lock him up through the 2025-2026 season.
