# The Mavs Are Too Good to Tank

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Podcast: [Mavs Film Room](https://stenobird.com/podcast/mavs-film-room-1311833)
Published: 2025-12-09T01:42:47+00:00
Episode link: https://mavsfilmroom.substack.com/p/the-mavs-are-too-good-to-tank
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In this episode we discuss whether the Mavs have surpassed the threshold needed to be one of the worst teams in the NBA and land a top-5 or top-10 draft pick in the loaded 2026 Draft. 🏀 Cooper Flagg is too good to tank and will only keep getting better 🏀 Why winning in the short term could be good for an Anthony Davis trade 🏀 The importance of signing Ryan Nembhard to a long-term contract 🏀 Why getting under aprons should be a priority for the Mavericks 🏀 Could they conceivably ride out this season as is? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mavsfilmroom.substack.com

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