ETHICAL TANK? Dallas Mavericks Lose to Kings, But it’s the Best Way Forward
The Dallas Mavericks suffered a competitive loss to the Sacramento Kings, but their journey in the NBA season continues to be vital for draft lottery odds, Cooper Flagg’s development, and the team’s future alongside Kyrie Irving. With the Mavs focused on “ethical tanking,” fans have plenty of reasons to follow every update, as the team maneuvers for a top NBA draft pick and maximizes opportunities for young talent and veterans alike.
Nick Angstadt breaks down the Dallas Mavericks’ loss to the Kings and what it means for the Mavs’ draft hopes, featuring insights on Cooper Flagg and the rest of Dallas’ young core. The episode dives into performances and updates for Klay Thompson and Naji Marshall, as well as thoughts on head coach Jason Kidd’s decisions and the future direction of the team. Hear the latest on Mark Cuban, the new arena, and front office changes involving Patrick Dumont, plus a discussion of opposing teams and players like DeMar DeRozan, Devin Carter, and the Sacramento Kings.
00:00 Ethical Tanking & Lottery Odds
10:02 Najee Marshall & AJ Johnson Impact
22:26 Dumont Visit Theories & Kings’ Future?
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21 Comments
unethical but I like it
00:00 Ethical Tanking & Lottery Odds
10:02 Najee Marshall & AJ Johnson Impact
22:26 Dumont Visit Theories & Kings' Future?
Do you believe the Mavs are doing an Ethical Tank, or are all Tanks Unethical?
We never beat Sacramento in Dallas. We always lose by double digits and give up shit loads of points to them in Dallas.
Dallas is not tanking really. They are just not very good. If you were tanking, you would keep it close throughout the entire game. Instead, they were down by 17 in the first half.
How I feel about the Mavs season at this point. SHUT IT DOWN!!!!!! LETS GO HOME!!!!
Also, as a player, I sure as hell would not want to tank. Having bad statistics hurts my chances of having a good next contract! You would have to be very dumb as a player to agree to tanking. You are screwing yourself and for what? The crapshoot of getting a good draft pick?
This has been a weird two years in Dallas. Luka leaving and then the other night, watching O-Max play for Memphis and actually doing pretty good. Hell, it is even weird seeing Boban show up at Luka press conferences. What sucks the most is I truly believe Dallas would have been contending for a title these past two years and this team was a team of really good guys. It all around sucks. I think Luka and Dallas both got screwed. Luka has to deal with Klutch Sports bull** and Dallas has to deal with years of losing.
were not even tanking . we just suck without coop
Tank? They suck! That's the reality!
W L Today, we can do it again tomorrow
But the lakers are fully healthy and still losing 😮💨
Let it ride 🎉
Tanking is tanking no matter the style. Looking back on first 2 months of season, did Kidd see this and throw Flagg at point, doom him for failure. All the praise being given to Flagg, how great he was as 18 yr old college player of the year, #1 pick. Surely he led his college team to championship? No. Then clearly in thar game in crunch time he dominated? No. We Dint know what Irving has left coming off ACL at 34 yrs old. Lively still big question mark. Klay not getting younger. Team needs retooling top to bottom.
Naji needs a rest day after that performance. Especially with Memphis up next!
If all these enormous disappointments have taught WE HAVE NO IDEA if these guys will be any good.
Or will be able to stay healthy.
Or will be a good teammate.
Peterson could be a bust.
Boozer could be average just like his dad.
Any of the PG’s could be no better than what we already have.
But MUCH MORE EXPENSIVE.
Ja, Zion, Risacher, Scoot, Jalen Green, Wiseman, RJ Barrett, Ayton, Bagley, Fultz, Lonzo, Ben Simmons and DLo!!!
Top 3 promises you nothing.
It’s mostly luck.
DUMB LUCK.
Really need to lose to Memphis tonight. This might be the game of the year. Flips that spot with Memphis to be either one game back or one game ahead.
Fun fact- you get free Chick Fil A every game if you just open the app….
Where Slightly?
never admit you watch the spurs. GROSS!
Why are you guys so hung up on ethical tanking? Who gives a shit if it’s ethical? The current system rewards tanking and teams will do what’s in their best interest. It’s just a fact of life