Mavs Archives
55 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★ - 14 ratingsMavs Archives (formerly known as Forgotten Maverick) is a new Mavs history podcast dedicated to celebrating and sharing memories of nearly 40 years of Mavs basketball. Whether it’s hearing directly from former players or just reminiscing with guests about their own Mavs memories, this podcast offers MFFLs a combination of firsthand recollections of moments throughout franchise history and plenty of nostalgia for all.
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Episodes
Randell Jackson (1999-2000)
March 28, 2022 10:59 - 25 minutes - 23 MBFormer 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
Devin Harris (2004-2008, 2013 - 2018, 2018-2019)
October 06, 2021 10:00 - 42 minutes - 39 MBMavs 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 un...
Chris Anstey & "Tall Tales : What the Whiteboard Never Taught Me"
June 30, 2021 10:00 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBThis 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 shippi...
Terry Davis (1991-96)
March 22, 2021 10:00 - 40 minutes - 37 MBEDITOR'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 Jack...
Kyle Collinsworth (2017-18)
December 21, 2020 11:00 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MBFormer 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...
DeShawn Stevenson (2010-2011)
October 22, 2020 10:00 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MBFormer 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 b...
Charlie Villanueva (2014-2016)
September 14, 2020 10:00 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBFormer 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 beco...
Rolando Blackman (1981-1992)
July 23, 2020 12:36 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MBMaverick 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 lik...
Brandan Wright (2011-2014)
July 06, 2020 10:00 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBFormer 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 i...
Eddie Najera (2000-2004 & 2010)
May 26, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBFormer 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 ...
Greg Buckner (1999-2002 & 2006-2007)
April 27, 2020 10:00 - 36 minutes - 33.9 MBThis 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.
Jason Terry (2004-2012)
March 27, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 71 MBThis 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. ...
Chris Wright (2013)
March 09, 2020 10:00 - 55 minutes - 50.9 MBFormer 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 ...
Looking Back at the Mavs vs Kings Rivalry with TJ Macias
February 11, 2020 11:00 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBThis 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!
Randy White (1989-94)
January 13, 2020 10:30 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MBFormer 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. #MFF...
Alex English (1990-91)
December 16, 2019 11:00 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBThis 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
Chad Lewis
December 02, 2019 10:00 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MBFormer 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 Mave...
Walt Williams (2002-03)
November 12, 2019 21:38 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBIn 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."
Walter Bond (1992-93)
November 12, 2019 21:36 - 50 minutes - 45.8 MBHall 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 ...
Uwe Blab (1985-89)
November 12, 2019 21:34 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBUwe 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.
Tony Delk (2003-04)
November 12, 2019 21:32 - 40 minutes - 37 MBIn this episode we catch up with former Maverick Tony Delk. A 1996 NCAA Champion and 10 year NBA veteran, Tony and I touched on a variety of subjects including his senior year NBA talent heavy college team, his rookie year, being present at the Latrell Sprewell incident in 1997, playing with White Chocolate in Sacramento, his time in Dallas, and more.
Stan Pietkiewicz (1980-81)
November 12, 2019 21:30 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBIn this episode, I caught up with former Mav Stan Pietkiewicz, one of the original Mavs from the inaugural 1980-1981 season. Stan's time in Dallas was the last stop of his NBA career, but he left his mark on the team, leading them in total 3-pointers made.
Skin Wade
November 12, 2019 21:29 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBJoining the podcast for this episode is Mavericks TV analyst Jeff "Skin" Wade. Skin has been a part of the Mavericks television broadcast team since the 2008/2009 NBA season and I'm excited to share this conversation with you. Among the items discussed were his beginnings as a Maverick fan, his journey to becoming part of television broadcast team, his passion for his work, and more!
Scott Lloyd (1980-82)
November 12, 2019 21:27 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBScott Lloyd played for the Mavs for just over 2 seasons in the early 80s and was one of the original Mavs in their inaugural season.
Samaki Walker (1996-99)
November 12, 2019 21:23 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MBSamaki Walker joined the podcast to talk about his time in Dallas and his NBA career. Walker experienced some NBA memorable moments during his career and I'm excited to share our conversation.
Rick Hughes (1999-00)
November 12, 2019 21:21 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBIn this episode we catch up with former Maverick Rick Hughes. In addition to a successful college and international career, Rick played for the Mavs for 21 games in the 1999-2000 NBA Season. Despite a short stint in the NBA, Rick had a memorable experience, spending the preseason under the tutelage of Karl Malone and John Stockon playing for the Jazz before moving onto the Mavericks where he played with the young trio of Michael Finley, Dirk Nowitzki, and Steve Nash.
Rawle Marshall (2005-06)
November 12, 2019 21:19 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MBRawle Marshall, a rookie on the 2006 Mavericks team joined me for this episode. During a mid-season stretch, where the team was dealing with various injuries, Rawle started 9 consecutive games for the Mavs.
Nick Fazekas (2007-08)
November 12, 2019 21:17 - 48 minutes - 44.5 MBIn this episode, former Mav Nick Fazekas joined us to talk about his basketball career , including his brief stint as a Maverick 10 years ago. While he only played 4 games with the Mavericks, Nick definitely learned the business side of the NBA and shared some of the behind the scenes details of his life as an NBA player.
Moe Ager (2006-08)
November 12, 2019 21:15 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MBIn this episode I caught up with Moe Ager, a 2006 first round draft pick of the Mavericks. Moe and I discussed his playing days at Michigan State, getting drafted to the Mavericks, facing the warriors in the 2007 playoffs, getting traded to New Jersey, playing overseas, his time with Timberwolves, and his successful music career.
Mike Iuzzolino (1991-93)
November 12, 2019 21:13 - 32 minutes - 30 MBFormer Mav Mike Iuzzolino joins the podcast for this episode. Mike played for the Mavs from 1991-1993, before playing 10 more years of professional basketball in the CBA and overseas. Mike was also one of the Mavericks in the original "NBA Jam" arcade game, one of the most iconic video games of all time.
Martin Müürsepp (1997-98)
November 12, 2019 21:11 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MBJoining us for this episode is former Maverick, Martin Müürsepp. Martin is the only NBA player ever from Estonia and played the latter half of his rookie year and the following year with the Mavericks in the 1997 and 1998 seasons. After his NBA stint, Martin played professionally overseas for several more seasons.
Marquis Daniels (2003-06)
November 12, 2019 21:10 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MBThis episode has us catching up with former Maverick Marquis Daniels. An important contributor on some highly successful teams in the mid 2000s, Marquis had a memorable 10 year career with 4 different NBA teams. During our chat, Marquis shared some noteworthy details of his career, including how he ended up on the Mavericks, opening night in 2003, his unusual contract situation after his rookie season, the departure of Steve Nash, playing in the 2006 finals, and more!
Mark Followill
November 12, 2019 21:08 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBMark Followill joined the podcast for this episode. Serving as the Mavericks play-by-play man in either radio (2001-2005) and television (2005-present), Mark has been the voice of the Mavs for multiple generations of Mavs fans. In this episode we discussed his his start with the Mavs, some of his favorite NBA cities, his hobbies outside of work, and two seasons of Mavs roster trivia.
Mamadou N'Diaye (2004)
November 12, 2019 21:06 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MBA native of Senegal, Mamadou N'Diaye played 3 games for the Mavericks in the 2003-2004 NBA season, just one stop in a basketball career that included time with the Raptors, Hawks, and Clippers. After his NBA career Mamadou spent several seasons playing overseas as well.
Kurt Nimphius (1981-85)
November 12, 2019 21:04 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBJoining us for this episode is former Maverick, Kurt Nimphius. A 6-10 power foward, Kurt played 4.5 seasons for Dallas, the beginning of his NBA career. In this episode, Nimphius shares stories from his basketball journey, as well as some hilarious off the court stories from those early Maverick teams.
Josh Powell (2005-06)
November 12, 2019 21:03 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBOn this episode, we were joined by former Maverick Josh Powell. Josh was a rookie on the 2006 Western Conference Championship Team and has had a long, successful playing career. After playing for the Mavericks, Josh was on the 2007 Golden State Warriors team that upset Dallas in the playoffs. He later won 2 NBA championships playing for the LA Lakers.
Josh Howard (2003-10)
November 12, 2019 21:01 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBLongtime Mavericks great Josh Howard joined the podcast to discuss his time playing in Dallas. Josh was an integral part of the 2000s Mavs, helping lead the way to multiple 50 and 60 win seasons and becoming an NBA All Star in the process.
Joe Hassett (1980)
November 12, 2019 20:59 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBThis episode features former Maverick, Joe Hassett. Joe was a member of the Mavs' inaugural team in 1980, making the franchise's first three pointer ever. In addition to his time in Dallas, Joe was also a member of the NBA Champion Seattle Supersonics in 1979.
Howard Wright (1991)
November 12, 2019 20:58 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBFormer Mav Howard Wright joined the podcast for this episode. Wright played 3 games for the Mavericks in the 1991 NBA season, one of three stops in a brief NBA career. Wright also played professionally overseas for several seasons.
Greg Smith (2014-15)
November 12, 2019 20:56 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBThis episode features former Maverick Greg Smith. Looking back on his time with the Mavs, Greg talks about the Mavs successful start early that season, the impacts of the Rajon Rondo trade on and off the court, some memories of Dirk Nowitzki, and more. Today, he's continuing his professional career in Puerto Rico.
Gary Trent (1999-01)
November 12, 2019 20:54 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MBFormer Maverick Gary Trent joins the podcast for this new episode. Trent details how he went to Ohio University, his draft selection to Portland, coming to Dallas, teaching Dirk some trash talk, Mark Cuban's impact on the team, and more.
Etan Thomas (2000-01)
November 12, 2019 20:52 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBFormer Mav Etan Thomas joins this episode of the show. Mark Cuban's first ever draft pick, Thomas was never able to play for the team due to injury. Despite being relegated to the sidelines, Thomas recalls his time in Dallas learning from Mavs veterans and observing Mark Cuban in his first full year of owning the team. He was eventually traded to the Wizards in the latter half of his rookie year, but went on to have a successful career in the NBA. Today, Thomas is heavily involved i...
Erick Strickland (1996-2000)
November 12, 2019 20:51 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MBThis episode of the podcast has us catching up with former Maverick Erick Strickland. Erick played 4 seasons for the Mavericks from 1996-2000. During our conversation, Erick and I discussed an array of topics including his arrival in Dallas, playing against Michael Jordan in Jordan’s last game at Reunion Arena, his thoughts on the 1998 lockout, the 1999/2000 Mavs teams’ success against the San Antonio Spurs, Dennis Rodman’s impact on the team that same season, and more.
Dennis Nutt (1986-87)
November 12, 2019 20:49 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBFormer Dallas Maverick Dennis Nutt joins us for this episode. Nutt was a rookie on the 1986/1987 squad, one of the most successful regular season teams in Maverick history. Nutt details his brief time with the Mavericks, and his first hand experiences watching and playing against some of the most iconic NBA players of all time. It's obvious Nutt enjoyed his brief time in the NBA, and he was even on hand at his friend and former teammate Derek Harper's jersey retirement last year. ...
Dave Barnett (Radio 1981-88)
November 12, 2019 20:47 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBFormer radio voice of the Mavericks, Dave Barnett joins us for this episode. Dave became the voice of the Mavs in 1981 at just 23 years of age, and provided radio play by play for the team for 7 seasons through the 1988 Western Conference playoff run. Dave looks back fondly on his time with the Mavs in this episode, going into specific detail about the 1984 "Moody Madness" game, as well as some of his favorite games and players from those early Maverick teams.
Darren Morningstar (1993)
November 12, 2019 20:43 - 38 minutes - 35 MBJoining the podcast for this episode is former Maverick, Darren Morningstar. Darren played 22 games for the Mavs in the first half of the 1993-1994 NBA season.
Darrell Armstrong (2004-06)
November 12, 2019 20:41 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MBFormer Mavs player and current assistant coach Darrell Armstrong joins the podcast to talk about his basketball journey. From his time as a high school athlete, to Fayetteville State, playing in the minor leagues, working in a yarn factory, to his 14 year NBA career, to his coaching career, Armstrong certainly doesn't disappoint in this conversation.
Dan Dickau (2004)
November 12, 2019 20:40 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBIn this episode we catch up with former Maverick Dan Dickau. After an outstanding collegiate career in which he spent his final two years starring for Gonzaga, Dan played professionally from 2002 - 2010. His NBA career featured stops in 6 NBA cities, including a 4 game stint with the Mavs in 2004. Despite his short stint in Dallas, Dan credits an experience with former Mavs coach Avery Johnson with furthering his career.
Dale Ellis (1983-86)
November 12, 2019 20:37 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBFormer Dallas Maverick and NBA All Star Dale Ellis joins us for this episode. Dale never got a fair chance to showcase his abilties in Dallas, but went on to become an explosive scorer and one of the NBA's all time best 3 point shooters after his time with the Mavs. In this episode Dale talks about his time with the Mavs, his relationship with Dick Motta, becoming the "Pizza Man", the Reunion Rowdies, and more.
Chucky Brown (1993)
November 12, 2019 20:35 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBFormer Maverick and NBA champion (1995) Chucky Brown joins the show to talk about his entire NBA career. He only played one game for the Mavs in 1993, but enjoyed a long career while suiting up for an NBA record-tying 12 teams.