<p>The Dallas Mavericks’ tough start to the 2024-25 season continues. Following losses in Miami & Memphis, the team announced that Dereck Lively II sustained a foot injury & will be out for the foreseeable future. This follows news that guard Dante Exum will be out for the season due to a serious knee injury. The Mavs will play the Lakers Friday night in Los Angeles in their last</p><p>In this episode, we discuss:</p><p>🏀 How will Dereck Lively’s foot injury affect his future in Dallas?</p><p>🏀 AD could return for Friday night against the Lakers. Will he stay healthy & in shape?</p><p>🏀 D-Lo is not a starting point guard. Can this offense be fixed?</p><p>🏀 Cooper is the best defender on the 2nd best defense in the league so far. Where can he improve on Offense?</p><p>🏀 Draft Lottery & trade speculation</p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://mavsfilmroom.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_1">mavsfilmroom.substack.com</a>