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Max Christie's slow start has reopened the Mavericks' shooting guard debate
Max Christie's slow start has reopened the Dallas Mavericks' shooting guard debate, giving Zaccharie Risacher a chance to prove his long-term potential.
Mavericks' once-concerning depth behind Kyrie Irving is suddenly a strength
While the Dallas Mavericks' depth behind Kyrie Irving once looked extremely concerning, Sergio De Larrea and Marcus Sasser have proven that they're more than capable of filling this role.
Dusty May can't keep Sergio De Larrea out of Mavericks' rotation any longer
After scoring 21 points against the San Antonio Spurs, Dusty May can't afford to keep Sergio De Larrea out of his regular rotation any longer. De Larrea's shooting, passing, and creation are strong, and he is clearly ready to contribute.
Mavericks deliver promising Cooper Flagg injury news after dangerous fall
The Dallas Mavericks announced that Cooper Flagg's injury on Friday night against the Indiana Pacers was a "mild shoulder sprain." This update is promising, as it shows Flagg avoided a serious injury after a hard foul by Aaron Nesmith.
Dusty May cracked the code to unlock Zaccharie Risacher for the Mavericks
Dallas Mavericks head coach Dusty May needs to unleash Zaccharie Risacher defensively, while not forcing him to do too much offensively, to fully unlock his game.
Mavericks better hope Cooper Flagg's scary shoulder injury isn't serious
The Dallas Mavericks better hope that Cooper Flagg's shoulder injury from Friday night's game against the Indiana Pacers isn't serious, as the team needs him healthy badly to remain competitive amid a brutal early-season stretch.
Naji Marshall is fully embracing the enforcer role the Mavericks need from him
Naji Marshall was the Dallas Mavericks' enforcer when he came to Cooper Flagg's defense amidst a dirty play by Aaron Nesmith of the Indiana Pacers, and this is exactly what the Mavericks need from Marshall.
Mavericks may have dodged disaster with Cooper Flagg's injury designation
Cooper Flagg injured his left shoulder against the Indiana Pacers, but since the Dallas Mavericks ruled this injury as "left shoulder soreness," the team may have dodged a disaster.
Mavericks' Walter Clayton Jr. signing sparks a two-way roster battle
After signing Walter Clayton Jr. to a standard contract this week, the Dallas Mavericks have a roster battle on their hands between Clayton, Jett Howard, and Tobi Lawal.
Santi Aldama is the missing key ingredient to the Mavericks' struggling offense
The Dallas Mavericks' offense looked clunky in their first game of the season, but Santi Aldama will help patch some of their holes when he returns from injury due to his floor spacing and versatility.
Marcus Sasser can't be the Mavericks' only reliable option behind Kyrie Irving
Marcus Sasser is off to a hot start for the Dallas Mavericks, but the team can't expect him to be the only answer behind Kyrie Irving in the backcourt. They need to add more depth if they hope to be a playoff team in the West.
Mavericks' roster has a clear imbalance that only a trade will fix
The Dallas Mavericks don't have enough shot creators and 3-point shooters, and the only way to fix these issues is through a trade due to the team's imbalanced roster construction.
Dereck Lively II is the key to fixing the Mavericks' struggling defense
The Dallas Mavericks' defense struggled heavily against the Houston Rockets in its first game, but Dereck Lively II offers a perfect solution once he returns to the court.
Mavericks' first step to winning games is fixing their transition defense
The Dallas Mavericks' transition defense was a major problem during the team's opening-night loss to the Houston Rockets, and Dallas has to fix this issue in order to start stringing together some wins and better control the game.
Marcus Sasser proved he should be the Mavericks’ backup point guard in just 1 game
While Sergio De Larrea had an excellent preseason, Marcus Sasser proved why he should be the Dallas Mavericks' backup point guard in their regular-season debut against the Houston Rockets due to his shooting and scoring off the dribble.
Zaccharie Risacher's ugly debut hid a silver lining for the Mavericks
While Zaccharie Risacher struggled offensively for the Dallas Mavericks in his debut for the team, he showcased some promise as a rebounder and brought good energy.
Marcus Sasser is already emerging as a much-needed weapon for the Mavericks
Marcus Sasser made an immediate impact in the Dallas Mavericks' season opener, showing why his shooting and ball handling will be vital for Dallas.
Mavericks' starting lineup shakeup was the right move all along
Dusty May decided to shake up the Dallas Mavericks' starting lineup by starting Max Christie over Zaccharie Risacher. While Dallas didn't play well on opening night, this decision was the right call due to Christie's potential as a shooter and fit.
Cooper Flagg's biggest step toward superstardom starts at the free-throw line
Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg shot 13 free throws against the Houston Rockets on opening night, and his increased volume will help him become a superstar. His body control and strength have both improved.
Mavericks' opening-night loss exposed their biggest roster-building flaw
The Dallas Mavericks' 128-110 loss to the Houston Rockets exposed their need for playmaking, as they didn't add enough backcourt depth in the offseason.
Mavericks’ longtime 3-point shooting problem is already haunting them again
The Dallas Mavericks struggled mightily from downtown in their opening game versus the Houston Rockets, and they can only hope they improve from last year.
Mavericks' once-hyped Zaccharie Risacher project already looks way behind
After just one game against the Houston Rockets, it's clear that it's going to take Zaccharie Risacher some time to develop for the Dallas Mavericks. Despite playing hard and crashing the glass, his shooting was nonexistent.
Walter Clayton Jr. signing just made the Mavericks' young core even more dangerous
The Dallas Mavericks had plenty of promising young players before signing Walter Clayton Jr., but his addition to this group gives the team the shooting and passing it needed.
Walter Clayton Jr. should be the first step in fixing the Mavericks' backcourt
The Dallas Mavericks' backcourt needs some help due to their lack of shot creation and 3-point shooting, and signing Walter Clayton Jr. is an excellent start.
Walter Clayton Jr. won't fix the Mavericks' thin backcourt on his own
Walter Clayton Jr. will give the Dallas Mavericks more guard depth if they sign him, but they can't expect him to give them enough production to fix their problems in the backcourt on his own.
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