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The Dallas Mavericks are studying what it takes to compete with the NBA’s elite teams in the conference finals. Can Cooper Flagg & the Mavs take lessons from the playoff success of squads led by stars like Donovan Mitchell, Jalen Brunson, and Kyrie Irving to catch up and make their next postseason run?

Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) & Isaac Harris (@IsaacLHarris) discuss how the Mavericks can learn from the Thunder, Spurs, Cavs, and Knicks, and what it will take to close the gap. The episode breaks down ways Dallas can build around Kyrie Irving, Luka Doncic, and young talent like Dereck Lively II, while referencing NBA stars including Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley, Jalen Williams, and more. Listen as the hosts evaluate New York Knicks players OG Anunoby and Josh Hart, analyze the frontcourt duo of Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley for Cleveland, plus talk about the value of defensive aces, scoring guards, and dynamic bigs. Other teams and players mentioned include Victor Wembanyama, Chet Holmgren, A.J. Mitchell, and Naji Marshall, as well as a discussion about what the Mavs can do to match up with rising Western Conference contenders.

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