Mavs Pulse Podcast

Episode 5: Early Takeaways From Mavericks’ 1-3 Start — Offense Struggles, Rotation Changes, and Bright Spots

The Dallas Mavericks are off to a 1-3 start, raising questions about their offense, rotations, and early chemistry. In Episode 5 of The Mavs Pulse Podcast, Blake Elliott and Grant Afseth break down what’s gone wrong for Dallas, how Jason Kidd is managing lineup changes, and which players — including Anthony Davis, Cooper Flagg, DeAngelo Russell, and Max Christie — are showing promise. The guys discuss key takeaways from the Mavericks’ loss to the Thunder and win over the Raptors, analyze offensive efficiency issues, and highlight early bright spots as the team prepares for matchups with the Pacers and Pistons. Listen for in-depth Mavericks analysis, lineup insight, and early-season breakdowns all in one place.

Episode 4: Are the Mavericks Already in Trouble? | Breaking Down Dallas’ 0-2 Start, Anthony Davis’ Fit & Cooper Flagg’s Role

In Episode 4 of The Mavs Pulse Podcast, hosts Grant Afseth and Blake Elliott dive into the Dallas Mavericks’ rocky 0-2 start to the season. From Anthony Davis’ early struggles and Jason Kidd’s confusing rotations to Cooper Flagg’s growing pains as an 18-year-old initiator, the guys cover it all. They break down what’s working, what’s not, and why second quarters have been a recurring nightmare for Dallas. Plus, they share updates from practice, injury news on Daniel Gafford, and their take on what the Mavericks must fix before facing the Raptors and Thunder. Subscribe for in-depth Mavericks analysis, player insights, and exclusive coverage all season long. You

Episode 3: Mavs Season Opener Preview Spurs | Starting Lineup, Injury Updates & Key Storylines

The wait is over — Dallas Mavericks basketball is back! In Episode 3 of Mavs Pulse, Grant Afseth (DallasHoopsJournal.com & Roundtable.io), Blake Elliott (105.3 The Fan), and Seth break down everything you need to know heading into the season opener against the Spurs. We dive into Jason Kidd’s expected starting lineup, the latest injury updates on Daniel Gafford, Danté Exum, Caleb Martin, and Brandon Williams, and what to watch for as Dallas begins its 2025–26 campaign.We also discuss the team’s identity heading into the season, rotation decisions, and how the Mavs’ new “tall-ball” approach matches up with Victor Wembanyama and San Antonio.Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.Subscribe for weekly Mavericks content all season long.

Episode 2: Dallas Mavericks Preseason Takeaways, Lakers Game Recap, Cooper Flagg’s Growth, Ryan Nembhard’s Rise & More

In Episode 2 of The Mavs Pulse Podcast, Grant Afseth and Blake Elliott break down the Dallas Mavericks’ 121–94 win over the Lakers in Las Vegas to close out preseason play. The crew dives into Jason Kidd’s supersized lineup featuring Cooper Flagg at point guard, the ongoing rotation decisions involving D’Angelo Russell, P.J. Washington, and Klay Thompson, and what it means for opening night. They also highlight Ryan Nembhard’s poised playmaking, Dereck Lively II’s evolving offensive game, and where the defense stands heading into the regular season. Plus: lineup combinations they want to see more of, thoughts on Anthony Davis ramping up, and early predictions for the Mavericks’ season opener against the San Antonio Spurs.

Episode 1: Cooper Flagg Turns Heads in Preseason Opener, Takeaways vs. Thunder, More

On the first episode of the Mavs Pulse podcast, hosts Blake Elliott (105.3 The Fan) and Grant Afseth (DallasHoopsJournal.com) break down Cooper Flagg’s impressive preseason debut, what we learned about Jason Kidd’s rotations, and standout performances from P.J. Washington, D’Angelo Russell, and Max Christie.We’ll also dive into how Anthony Davis is fitting into the new offense, how Flagg’s feel for the game stood out, and which players are fighting for rotation minutes heading into the season.