DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks have completely changed their approach as a team. To begin the 2024-25 season, Dallas' offense was its strength with Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving leading the way. The Doncic trade in February that led to Anthony Davis ending up in Dallas has given the Mavs a new identity. Last season, the Mavericks often utilized a lineup with one big on the floor — something that has changed following the trade.

Dallas started D'Angelo Russell, Klay Thompson, Cooper Flagg, AD and Dereck Lively II on Saturday night against the Charlotte Hornets. Flagg played well despite a 120-116 loss, while the lineup itself had its share of ups and downs. After the game, Lively addressed the big lineup with Davis (6'10”) and himself (7'1″) on the floor at the same time.

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