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How Cooper Flagg ELEVATES Mavs Defense & Why Kevin Durant TRANSFORMS Rockets Into Contenders

Houston Rockets poised for Western Conference dominance? Can the Dallas Mavericks achieve Nico Harrison's vision with a top-5 defense?

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by Locked On Mavs host Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) to discuss the Rockets' potential as legitimate contenders, exploring their defensive prowess and offensive firepower. The discussion shifts to the Dallas Mavericks' defensive transformation, with Anthony Davis and Cooper Flagg bolstering their frontcourt. Gatlin offers insights on Durant's impact on young talent like Jabari Smith Jr., while Angstadt breaks down Cooper Flagg's expanded role in the Mavs' offense. The hosts also examine the growing trend of versatile big men reshaping the Western Conference landscape.

Tune in for expert analysis on how these pivotal changes could alter the NBA's power dynamics in the upcoming season.

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