The Mavs Haven't Yet Looked Like the Team We Expected

In this episode, we discuss the Mavs' 134-127 loss to the Indiana Pacers, which saw them fall to 4-3 on the season. We discuss the issues that plagued the team such as another slow start to the 1st quarter, poor paint defense, and an overall lack of competitive fire. We also talk about how these issues have manifested in recent home games, namely the dispiriting loss to Houston last Thursday, which saw the Mavs give up 18 offensive rebounds. We share our thoughts on how these issues can be addressed, and also take time to recognize Naji Marshall (20p, 5r, 6a) for his strong performance tonight after a slow start to the year.