Mavs Archives

Former Maverick Randell Jackson joins us for this episode (recorded in November 2021) After a year with the Washington Wizards, Jackson played one game for the Mavs before an untimely, and ultimately significant injury ended his NBA career. In this episode, a Jackson discusses his basketball journey from memories of his time as 1995 McDonald's All American, to his NBA and overseas basketball experiences. Thanks for listening, I hope you enjoy this episode. #MFFL

Mavs legend Devin Harris joins us for this episode. One of only two players to suit up for the Mavs for three different stints, Devin Harris electrified Mavs fans as a young player, before becoming one of the Mavs most steady and reliable playmakers in his later years. In this conversation, Devin looks back on his time in Dallas fondly from his time as a young NBA player, to his eventual returns to Dallas both in 2013 and 2018. Listen to Devin talk about everything from his time under Don...

This episode features a return guest, former Mav Chris Anstey. More than generous with his time to me over the years, Chris was gracious enough to come on the podcast again and discuss his new book, "Tall Tales : What the Whiteboard Never Taught Me", as well as reminisce a bit on some more of his Dallas Maverick memories. If you're a Mavs history fan, or just a fan of awesome stories in general, I highly recommend you buy Chris' book, which just recently became available for shipping to the...

EDITOR'S NOTE : We encountered some technical difficulties at the beginning of this episode and lost the opening minute or two of our conversation. The rest of the episode is available. Former Maverick Terry Davis joins us for this episode. Davis played for the Mavs from 1991-1996, spanning two different eras in Mavericks History. Davis began his Dallas years as a teammate of Rolando Blackman, Brad Davis, and Derek Harper, before becoming a veteran leader for Jason Kidd, Jimmy Jackson, and...

Former Mav Kyle Collinsworth joins us for this episode. During our conversation, Kyle shares his experiences along his basketball journey, from his time at BYU, taking a two year hiatus from basketball to serve on a religious mission trip to Russia, his goal of becoming an NBA player, his lifelong Mavericks fandom, and his experience playing in Dallas. Kyle also shares his passion and knowledge for helping people get healthy through building good habits in diet and exercise. Today, Kyle is...

Former Maverick and fan favorite, DeShawn Stevenson, joins us for this episode. An integral part of the 2011 championship team, Stevenson looks back on his NBA career and time with the Mavs in this episode. Mavs fans will enjoy this episode as DeShawn shares thoughts on the 2001 playoff series vs the Mavs while a member of the Utah Jazz, a memorable game vs the Mavs in Dallas in 2005 as a member of the Orlando Magic, and of course, the 2011 team. In addition, DeShawn provides some background...

Former Maverick Charlie Villanueva joins "Mavs Archives" for this episode. A 2004 NCAA Champion with the UConn Huskies, Charlie enjoyed an 11 year NBA career with the Raptors, Bucks, Pistons, and Mavericks. In this episode, Charlie discusses his recruitment process to UConn, getting traded after a successful rookie season in Toronto, and of course, his time with the Mavericks. Charlie looks back on coming to the Mavs on a non-guaranteed deal, and ultimately making the team and becoming an...

Maverick legend Rolando Blackman joins us for this episode. One of three players to have his number retired in Maverick history, Ro takes us back to his childhood in NYC discovering the game of basketball, shares some memories of his high school and collegiate career, and reminisces on his time with the Mavericks. (Note : While we did discuss the Maverick's "Moody Madness" game of 1984, we encountered some technical difficulties during that part of the conversation. If you would like to hear...

Former Maverick, Brandan Wright joins the show for this episode. A fan favorite from the early post 2011 championship teams, Wright certainly endeared himself to Mavs fan across the world. With his high flying dunks, shot blocking, and elite efficiency, it's safe to say Mavs fans still miss Wright to this day. This episode takes a look back at Wright's memorable time with the Mavs, looking on his free agency decision to join Dallas, playing with Dirk and Vince Carter, how he fit into Rick...

Former Maverick and current Mavericks scout, Eddie Najera joined me for this episode. A native of Chihuahua, Mexico, Eddie became a fan favorite in the early 2000s due to his hard work, hustle, and enthusiastic style of play. In this episode, Eddie reminisces on his basketball journey, from growing up in Mexico, transferring schools to the United States while in high school, his recruitment to OU, and of course, his time with the Mavs. Eddie was a great guest and I hope all MFFLs enjoy this...

This episode features former Mav Greg Buckner. Buckner suited up for the Mavs for a total of 4 seasons across two different stints. He was a key rotation player in the early 2000s as well as on the 2007 67 regular season win team. In addition to playing for the Mavs, Buckner has also served as a studio analyst on Mavericks broadcasts in recent seasons. Thanks for listening, we hope you enjoy this new episode of "Mavs Archives", part of the Dallas Mavericks Podcast Network.

This episode was quite a thrill for me, as Jason "The JET" Terry joined me to talk about his time with the Mavs, and even shared some details about other points of his basketball journey. I truly enjoyed reminiscing with Jet about his play in the 2005 playoffs, the 2006 NBA Finals run, and of course, the 2011 Championship run. JET was gracious enough to give us Mavs fans over an hour of his time, and did not disappoint! Thanks for listening, I hope all MFFLs enjoy this episode.

Former Mav Chris Wright joins "Mavs Archives" for this episode. During nearly an hour long conversation, Chris looks back on his basketball journey from high school to the pros, taking an in depth look at his time with the Mavs, his experience as the first known NBA player to play with Multiple Sclerosis, his international career, and more. March is Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month, and Chris shares his own inspiring story on the impact MS has had on his life and career. Thank you for...

This episode of Mavs Archives features TJ Macias, a writer for MavsSI.com, SacTown Royalty, and lifelong Kings fan. TJ and I shared our memories of some of those epic Mavs Kings games and playoff series between 2002-2004, the Chris Webber injury in the 2003 series vs the Mavs, Peja Stojakovic's Mavs' stint, and more. Thanks for listening!

Former Mav Randy White joins us for this episode. White, the 8th overall selection in the 1989 NBA Draft, came into Dallas with some lofty expectations and comparions to NBA legend and Hall of Famer, Karl Malone. In this episode, White talks about playing under the shadow of Malone, his experiences playing for multiple coaches during his time with the Mavs, some overseas memories, and more. Thanks for listening to Mavs Archives, part of the Dallas Mavericks Podcast Network. #MFFL

This episode features former Mav and NBA Hall of Famer, Alex English. One of only 4 NBA Hall of Fame players to have spent time with the Mavericks, English played his final season with the Mavs in 1991. English led the NBA in scoring in 1983, was an 8 time All Star, and scored more points than any other player in the 1980s. Thanks for listening! #MFFL

Former Mavs Equipment Manager/Assistant Strength Coach, Chad Lewis called into the show for this episode. Chad reminisces on his path to getting his foot in the door in the NBA as a basketball operations employee, and goes into great detail about his time in Dallas. From 1996-2002, Chad was one of the main guys behind the scenes, working directly with the players, managing all the equipment, and traveling with the team. Thanks for listening to Mavs Archives, part of the Dallas Mavericks...

In this episode we were joined by former Mav, Walt Williams. Despite only playing one season in Dallas, Walt definitely cemented his place in Mavericks playoff history during their sensational run to the 2003 Western Conference Finals. By providing clutch shooting and veteran leadership, there's no way the Mavs advance that far without "The Wizard."

Hall of Fame international motivational speaker and former Dallas Maverick Walter Bond joins us for this episode. Walter suited up for the Mavs in the 1992-93 NBA season, his rookie year. In this episode, Walter shares some of his memories of Dallas, his drive to become an NBA player, and how he became even more successful off the court, building a motivational speaking business with his wife. Today, he is a world renowned motivational speaker for businesses and events all over the country...

Uwe Blab joins us for this episode to talk about his basketball career, beginning in Germany as a teenager through his time in high school in Illinois, to college at Indiana University, and through his NBA career.