The Mavericks shook the NBA world by absolutely demolishing the LA Clippers during the NBA's opening weekend of action. Was it a fluke performance, or a formula that can be repeated? The Athletic's Mavs beat writer Tim Cato and The Athletic NBA podcaster Dave DuFour recap the first few games of the Mavs' season, Luka, Dwight Powell, KP's injury status and more.

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