Mavs 4th in the West? How Could They Rise Above the Denver Nuggets?

Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, and the Dallas Mavericks are projected to be the fourth team in the Western Conference according to Vegas. Should the Mavs be ranked higher in the NBA standings? Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) & Slightly Biased (Slightly Biased) discuss the Dallas Mavericks' projected standing in the Western Conference according to Vegas odds. They debate whether the Mavs should be ranked fourth and analyze the strengths and weaknesses of other top teams like the Thunder, Timberwolves, and Nuggets. The duo also explores the potential impact of injuries and roster changes on the Mavs' season. Additionally, they delve into the middle-tier teams in the West, such as the Grizzlies, Suns, Kings, and Pelicans, evaluating which teams might rise or fall. Tune in for a comprehensive breakdown of the Western Conference landscape and the Mavericks' prospects. 0:00 Should Dallas be 4th in the West?13:26 West Teams Rising in Rankings22:08 Lauri Markkanen Signing with the Jazz  Subscribe to be a Locked On Mavs Insider to Get Texts from Nick on Mavs Rumors, Game Updates, Mavs Film Watchback Videos, Q&As, & More…📲 Locked On Mavs Insiders📲 214-643-8637  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 📺 Locked On Mavericks YouTube Channel🎧 Locked On Mavericks Podcast Platforms 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 LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNBA. Terms and conditions apply. BetterhelpThis episode is sponsored by Betterhelp. Make your brain your friend, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/lockedonnbatoday to get 10% off your first month.  eBay MotorsFor parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayMotos.com. Let’s ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. PrizePicksGo to PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100! GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuelScore early this NFL season with FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook! Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning FIVE DOLLAR MONEYLINE BET! That’s A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – if your team wins! Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. 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)