Derek Lively will be the second-best player in his draft class. What did Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, and the Dallas Mavericks do right in the NBA offseason to support this bold claim?

Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) & Slightly Biased (Slightly Biased) bring you another engaging episode of Locked On Mavericks. They kick off with a bold claim that Derek Lively will be the second-best player from his draft class, analyzing his potential against other rookies. The duo also debates the Sacramento Kings' offseason moves, questioning if increased talent translates to better performance. They touch on Jalen Brunson's departure from the Mavericks and its implications. Additionally, Slightly Biased makes a controversial claim that the Lakers have a better chance of winning the West than the Nuggets, sparking a lively discussion. Tune in for these hot takes and more on Locked On Mavs.

0:00 Lively 2nd Best in His Class?

8:36 Mavs Better off Without Jalen Brunson?

12:39 Sacramento Kings More Talent but Not Better?

19:53 Lakers Better Chance Than Nuggets?

26:08 NBA Bubble's Unique Challenges and Advantages

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