POSTGAME: Anthony Davis is Injured Again, Dallas Mavericks Have the Same Question on Christmas Day
POSTGAME: Anthony Davis is Injured Again, Dallas Mavericks Have the Same Question on Christmas Day  
Podcast: Locked On Mavericks - Daily Podcast On The Dallas Mavs
Published On: Fri Dec 26 2025
Description: The Dallas Mavericks suffered a tough loss on NBA Christmas Day as Anthony Davis exited early due to injury, leaving the Mavs with ongoing questions about their roster. Cooper Flagg shined in the spotlight, and the team must find better ways to surround him and Kyrie Irving with the talent needed to compete at the highest level in the NBA.Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) analyzes the impact of Anthony Davis' groin spasms on the Dallas Mavericks, how Cooper Flagg performed, and the questions facing the Mavs going forward. This episode also covers standout games from Brandon Williams, PJ Washington, Naji Marshall, and delves into decisions by coach Jason Kidd. Golden State Warriors' stars like Steph Curry and Jimmy Butler, plus role players Al Horford and Moses Moody are discussed. Tune in for in-depth commentary on roster challenges, future plans, and how Dallas can build around their core of Cooper Flagg, Kyrie Irving, and Anthony Davis in the NBA season. 0:00 Anthony Davis Injury & Mavs Frustrations8:44 Cooper Flagg's Breakout Performances19:41 B-Will's Game & Mavs' Loss  TEXT LINE: Be a Locked On Mavs Insider to support the show and get texts from Nick & Isaac on every Mavs Rumors, News Updates, Game Previews, Q&As, & More…📲 https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonmavs📲 TEXT: 214-643-8637  Everydayer Club  If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. 📲https://lockedonmavericks.supercast.com/   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 📺 Locked On Mavericks YouTube Channel🎧 Locked On Mavericks Podcast Platforms  📲 Follow Locked On Mavs on Socials- Locked On Mavs Twitter @LockedOnMavs- Locked On Mavs Instagram LockedOnMavs - Nick Angstadt Twitter @NickVanExit- Nick Angstadt TikTok NickVanExit- Nick Angstadt Instagram @NickVanExit - Isaac Harris Twitter @IsaacLHarris- Isaac Harris Instagram @IsaacLHarris_  Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA  📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers Mint MobileTurn your expensive wireless present into a huge wireless savings future by switching to Mint. Shop Mint Unlimited Plans at http://MINTMOBILE.com/LOCKEDONNBA. Disclaimer: Limited time offer. Upfront payment of:  $45 for 3-mo., $90 for 6-mo., or $180 for 12-mo. plan required ($15/mo. equivalent). Taxes & fees Initial plan term only. Greater Than 35GB may slow when network is busy. Capable device required. Availability, speed, & coverage varies. See mintmobile.com.  QuoMake this the year where no opportunity and no customer slips away. Try Quo for free plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://www.Quo.com/lockedonnba. Quo — no missed calls, no missed customers.  ZocdocStop putting off your doctor’s appointments and get the care you need. Go to htps://Zocdoc.com/lockedonnba to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. RobinhoodYou expect more from yourself. Expect more from your money. Get started today at robinhood.com/yourmoney. Your money. Your move.All investments involve risk, including loss of principal. Options, futures, and crypto trading carry significant risk and may not suit all investors. Securities offered through Robinhood Financial LLC, member SIPC. Futures trading is offered by Robinhood Derivatives, LLC and not SPIC or FDIC protected. Crypto offered through Robinhood Crypto, LLC (NMLS ID 1702840), not FDIC or SIPC protected. Portfolio management offered by Robinhood Strategies, an SEC-registered advisor. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.