09-29-2023, 12:13 PM
Dante Exum's interview highlights:
“There were a few teams that were interested. I think the Mavs provided a unique opportunity, where my strong suits are - pushing the ball and being fast, that’s kinda why I liked the Mavs.” - Dante Exum’s thoughts on coming to Dallas
“It’s great. Just seeing his growth as a player when I was watching him on the Mavs and the Australian team, what he brought us there. The steps he takes to be a professional, it’s amazing to see.” - Exum’s thoughts on Josh Green
“For me, I’ve always tried to be an energy guy. I like to push the ball and play fast, open court transition, that’s where I’m trying to excel. I think my spot shot is the best it’s been in my career.” - Exum on what he hopes to bring to the Mavs
“I like the challenge, I’ve never backed down from a challenge. When I first came to the league, Dennis Lindsey, who’s with the Mavs now, said ‘you’re a horrible defender’. I took that to heart.” - Exum on his confidence in his defensive abilities
Light moment from Exum: “I’ve actually been wondering, maybe you can help me: What is MFFL?”
Dereck Lively's interview highlights:
“Just trying to improve however you can [film, weight room, etc.], 1% every day.” - Dereck Lively on how he’s grown over the last 99 days since he was drafted
“He an amazing player, person, character. He’s someone I’ve already learned so much from, he always has something to say. Been able to tell me what I need to hear, not what I want to hear.” - Dereck Lively on Tyson Chandler’s influence
“It was the first day he came back I think we started to play a little 5-on-5, from then on I’ve been on his team. Seems like he likes what I do, I make his job easier.” - Lively on his connection with Luka
As far as active players go, Dereck Lively specifically mentioned Dwight Powell, Kyrie, and Luka as people who he consults for adjustments
“I feel like me and O fit in very well, we complement their flashy game with our dirty work game.” - Dereck Lively on his and Olivier Maxence-Prosper’s fit with the team
Dereck Lively II said the starting Center spot is something he wants to earn and he’s just focused on winning everyday.
Lively noted that he’s bulked up to 240 lbs lately with his diet plan
“For me, it helps me understand the game when I talk out loud. It helps me and my teammates whenever I’m [vocal]. …You guys will probably hear my voice when you’re on the sideline.” - Lively on his vocal disposition
“He’s on my ass about my bullshit and I’m on his ass about his bullshit.” - Lively on his bond with O-Max
“He’s definitely said that many times, I’m just grateful. At first I was never really familiar with Tyson’s game until I did my research and was like, wow, we do play the same.” - Lively’s take on the noted similarities with Tyson Chandler
Dereck Lively ended his press time asking @espn_macmahon what he ate for breakfast today
Omax interview highlights:
“How hard I play, my energy, how I defend. I can complement Luka and Kyrie on offense, knock down open shots and draw fouls.” - O-Max on how he can immediately make an impact
“I feel like summer league was big, 99 days ago feels just like yesterday to me.” - O-Max on how he’s developed since getting drafting
“Just understanding what my role’s gonna be like and being able to knock down open shots. Slowing down and not rushing so much on the court. Knowing defensive concepts. Keep being myself, make quicker decisions on offense.” - O-Max on what he’s done to improve since summer league
“There were a few teams that were interested. I think the Mavs provided a unique opportunity, where my strong suits are - pushing the ball and being fast, that’s kinda why I liked the Mavs.” - Dante Exum’s thoughts on coming to Dallas
“It’s great. Just seeing his growth as a player when I was watching him on the Mavs and the Australian team, what he brought us there. The steps he takes to be a professional, it’s amazing to see.” - Exum’s thoughts on Josh Green
“For me, I’ve always tried to be an energy guy. I like to push the ball and play fast, open court transition, that’s where I’m trying to excel. I think my spot shot is the best it’s been in my career.” - Exum on what he hopes to bring to the Mavs
“I like the challenge, I’ve never backed down from a challenge. When I first came to the league, Dennis Lindsey, who’s with the Mavs now, said ‘you’re a horrible defender’. I took that to heart.” - Exum on his confidence in his defensive abilities
Light moment from Exum: “I’ve actually been wondering, maybe you can help me: What is MFFL?”
Dereck Lively's interview highlights:
“Just trying to improve however you can [film, weight room, etc.], 1% every day.” - Dereck Lively on how he’s grown over the last 99 days since he was drafted
“He an amazing player, person, character. He’s someone I’ve already learned so much from, he always has something to say. Been able to tell me what I need to hear, not what I want to hear.” - Dereck Lively on Tyson Chandler’s influence
“It was the first day he came back I think we started to play a little 5-on-5, from then on I’ve been on his team. Seems like he likes what I do, I make his job easier.” - Lively on his connection with Luka
As far as active players go, Dereck Lively specifically mentioned Dwight Powell, Kyrie, and Luka as people who he consults for adjustments
“I feel like me and O fit in very well, we complement their flashy game with our dirty work game.” - Dereck Lively on his and Olivier Maxence-Prosper’s fit with the team
Dereck Lively II said the starting Center spot is something he wants to earn and he’s just focused on winning everyday.
Lively noted that he’s bulked up to 240 lbs lately with his diet plan
“For me, it helps me understand the game when I talk out loud. It helps me and my teammates whenever I’m [vocal]. …You guys will probably hear my voice when you’re on the sideline.” - Lively on his vocal disposition
“He’s on my ass about my bullshit and I’m on his ass about his bullshit.” - Lively on his bond with O-Max
“He’s definitely said that many times, I’m just grateful. At first I was never really familiar with Tyson’s game until I did my research and was like, wow, we do play the same.” - Lively’s take on the noted similarities with Tyson Chandler
Dereck Lively ended his press time asking @espn_macmahon what he ate for breakfast today
Omax interview highlights:
“How hard I play, my energy, how I defend. I can complement Luka and Kyrie on offense, knock down open shots and draw fouls.” - O-Max on how he can immediately make an impact
“I feel like summer league was big, 99 days ago feels just like yesterday to me.” - O-Max on how he’s developed since getting drafting
“Just understanding what my role’s gonna be like and being able to knock down open shots. Slowing down and not rushing so much on the court. Knowing defensive concepts. Keep being myself, make quicker decisions on offense.” - O-Max on what he’s done to improve since summer league
14x All-Star, 12x all-NBA, 1x MVP, 1x Finals MVP, 1 NBA Championship: Dirk Nowitzki, the man, the myth, the legend.
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