How Naji Marshall Became the HEART & SOUL of the Dallas Mavericks in win vs Steph Curry & Warriors
The Dallas Mavericks extended their winning streak with a dominant performance over the Golden State Warriors, showcasing the relentless fight and hustle of the current Mavs roster. Cooper Flagg, Naji Marshall, Max Christie, and the team proved they’re too good to tank, all while key topics like Anthony Davis trade rumors, the impact of Kyrie Irving, and NBA playoff possibilities are at the forefront.
Nick Angstadt and Slightly Biased break down how the Dallas Mavericks controlled the game against the Warriors, the emergence of Cooper Flagg, analysis of Naji Marshall’s efficient 30-point night, and discuss contributions from Max Christie, PJ Washington, Dwight Powell, Brandon Williams, and (not) D’Angelo Russell. The hosts also cover how Jason Kidd’s rotations, Warriors struggles without stars, and players like Draymond Green, Steph Curry, and Jonathan Kuminga factored into the matchup. Discussion includes Mavs roster moves, Anthony Davis trade speculation, what Kyrie Irving’s return means, and how this stretch will shape the NBA’s playoff picture.
0:00 Mavs’ Win Streak & Naji Marshall Impact
13:08 Team Defense & Cooper Flagg’s Growth
22:23 Max Christie 3s and Mavs’ Role Players
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34 Comments
What's 1 reason the Mavs beat the Warriors?
And then we often hear you guys say you'll trade Naji for a first. Can you guys tell me, after you get your Dybansta, what NBA player are you getting for a 1st rnd that's as good as Naji. Or are you gonna draft them like you got Omax?
I stand by what I said, Mavs fans and reporters after Luka trade == all emotion no logic.
Nick and slightly have tried to not be that. But darn… I keep wondering when these tankers want to get a chip worthy team around Coop if they trade away such great current players.
Whem is slightly gonna do the elden ring death free throw
This team is doing just fine without AD. Trade him either now or in the off-season but it's obvious the Mavs don't need him.
Naji bullying through the Dubs.
The tech on Naji was ridiculous.
This management can't trade, can't make decisions and can't even tank properly… We need a GM now, Cuban and Dumont clearly can't make up their minds..on anything.. Three players in this draft is Cooper level and we are going to lose the chance to draft them..🙄
Absolutely love seeing this team not tank if only to see Nick and Isaac disappointed. Rooting for garbage basketball is an insult to get a potential prospect that 9/10 times does not work out
DP starts mavs win !!
I was at this game, great win! Met Nick talked basketball great night! 😊
He’s been the most important player on this team post Luka trade
It's started. If the Mavs win the rest of their games, they'll finish in the top three.
RFK Jr flipped the food pyramid, so meat is on top now.
Mavs will dump a backend player for cash considerations in the deadline. That may be about it.
Dwight Powell appreciation post
I still believe the best Naji's new nickname is – PICASSO IN THE PAINT. Describes perfectly the skill and that tint of chaos Naji brings to the game…
As a mass fan looking at this team, they are a decent team. I still don’t think they’re a playoff team, but they could fight their way until playing game, but one thing is for sure Anthony Davis should never play another game for the Dallas Mavericks putting him on ice along with Kyrie Irving trade both those guys let Jason kid coach his ass off and if we’re lucky, we can get into the plane and who knows what will happen we can get in to the playoffs
I just want Clippers and Mavs to be in a WCF game 7.
Looking at the standings… man, LAL vs DAL 7-8 play-in game would be insane
Oh thank goodness…Finally we are talking about the team and the games.
10 games until Kyrie makes his decision. If we go 7-3 or better, then maybe Kyrie activates himself. We create our own destiny from here on out.
I hate all the "what ifs" around this team 😭😭
AD needs to inherit Dwight's durability man. Dude's getting hit hard on all parts but still plays.
dude, you do not need 230g of protein. who the hell told you that. that's what 300lb pro bodybuilder levels of protein. 1g per 1lb lean body mass. you need 130 to 150
Speaking of bad whistle, our man, Kyrie should be in the top 3
You can’t tank with Nnaji Marshall. It’s a tale as old as time. The more minutes you give him the more likely you are to win.
Mavs should trade ad and Irving now …I think mavs will win game if they continue fast play and shoot 3 more
Sheeesh to be on a 4 game win streak, this comment section is depressing asf 😭
Did you tell him how you think the team sucks and should tank and trade them all away. This podcast is 🤡 talk. They always get to change the narrative and play innocent.
This team has been fighting since last year. No matter the haters who wanted to trade em all away.
I don't like when you downplay these victories saying well the warriors don't have Butler, they don't play defense… like do the Mavs have everybody? We play without AD, Kyrie, Lively, Gafford, Exum, Pj just returned from injury. Who's in worst shape?? We have to give all the credit to these players who always fight like dogs despite difficulties.
S team takes on the personality of their coach
Just trade everyone and get it over with, let coop play by himself
I want to go to a game with slightly so badly