Former Maverick Bill Curley joins us for this episode. While only with the Mavericks for a matter of weeks in the fall of 2000, Bill looks back on a memorable basketball journey in this episode, reminiscing on his time at Boston College, his rookie year in the NBA, fighting through various injuries, and his time in Dallas. Thanks for listening, I hope you enjoy this episode. #MFFL

Forgotten Maverick

Episode 46 - Bill Curley (2000)

Former radio voice of the Mavericks, Dave Barnett joins us for this episode. Dave became the voice of the Mavs in 1981 at just 23 years of age, and provided radio play by play for the team for 7 seasons through the 1988 Western Conference playoff run. Dave looks back fondly on his time with the Mavs in this episode, going into specific detail about the 1984 "Moody Madness" game, as well as some of his favorite games and players from those early Maverick teams. Thanks for listening, I hope you enjoy the episode.

Episode 45 - Dave Barnett - Former Radio Voice of the Mavericks (1981-1988)

This episode features former Maverick Greg Smith. Looking back on his time with the Mavs, Greg talks about the Mavs successful start early that season, the impacts of the Rajon Rondo trade on and off the court, some memories of Dirk Nowitzki, and more. Today, he's continuing his professional career in Puerto Rico. Thanks for listening. #MFFL

Episode 44 - Greg Smith (2014-2015)

Former Dallas Maverick and NBA All Star Dale Ellis joins us for this episode. Dale never got a fair chance to showcase his abilties in Dallas, but went on to become an explosive scorer and one of the NBA's all time best 3 point shooters after his time with the Mavs. In this episode Dale talks about his time with the Mavs, his relationship with Dick Motta, becoming the "Pizza Man" the the Reunion Rowdies, and more. Thanks for listening, I hope you enjoy the episode.

Episode 43 - Dale Ellis (1983-1986)

This episode features former Maverick, Joe Hassett. Joe was a member of the Mavs' inaugural team in 1980, making the franchise's first three pointer ever. In addition to his time in Dallas, Joe was also a member of the NBA Champion Seattle Supersonics in 1979, Thanks for listening, I hope you enjoy the episode. #MFFL

Episode 42 - Joe Hassett (1980)

Thanks for listening to the show. This episode features former Maverick, Darrick Martin. Martin only played in 3 games for the Mavericks early in the 2001/2002 NBA Season. It was a brief stop in an otherwise successful professional basketball career, which included 13 years in the NBA, as well as a stint with the Harlem Globetrotters.

Episode 41 - Darrick Martin (2001)

Former Maverick Tom Garrick joins us for this episode. Garrick suited up for Dallas for 6 games towards the end of the 1992 NBA season. Today, he is the head coach of the UMass - Lowell, women's college basketball team. Thanks for listening!

Episode 40 - Tom Garrick (1992)

Former Dallas Maverick Dennis Nutt joins us for this episode. Nutt was a rookie on the 1986/1987 squad, one of the most successful regular season teams in Maverick history. Nutt details his brief time with the Mavericks, and his first hand experiences watching and playing against some of the most iconic NBA players of all time. It's obvious Nutt enjoyed his brief time in the NBA, and he was even on hand at his friend and former teammate Derek Harper's jersey retirement last year. Thanks for listening, I hope you enjoy the episode.

Episode 39 - Dennis Nutt (1986-1987)

Joining us for this episode is former Maverick, Kurt Nimphius. A 6-10 power foward, Kurt played 4.5 seasons for Dallas, the beginning of his NBA career. In this episode, Nimphius shares stories from his basketball journey, as well as some hilarious off the court stories from those early Maverick teams. Special thanks to Jeff "Skin" Wade for providing me with some talking points on this episode. Thanks for listening, #MFFL

Episode 38 - Kurt Nimphius (1981 - 1985)

Hall of Fame international motivational speaker and former Dallas Maverick, Walter Bond, joins us for this episode. Walter suited up for the Mavs in the 1992-1993 NBA season, his rookie year. In this episode, Walter shares some of his memories of Dallas, his drive to become an NBA player, and how he became even more successful off the court, building a motivational speaking business with his wife. Today, he is a world renowned motivational speaker for businesses and events all over the country and internationally as well. Thanks for listening. #MFFL

Episode 37 - Walter Bond (1992-1993)

Taking a break from former Mavs, I was joined by Adam Ryan, creator and host of "In All Airness", a Jordan - Era NBA History Podcast of which I am a massive fan. Adam and I discuss his show, a little of our podcasting process and background, and some funny anecdotes and memorable interactions with our guests. Thanks for listening. Please subscribe to Adam's show on Apple Podcasts, you won't regret it!

Episode 36 - Adam Ryan of "In All Airness" - NBA History Podcaster

Joining the podcast for this episode is former Maverick, Darren Morningstar. Darren played 22 games for the Mavs in the first half of the 1993-1994 NBA season. Thanks for listening, I hope you enjoy the episode. #MFFL

Episode 35 - Darren Morningstar (1993)

Former Mav Etan Thomas joins the Forgotten Maverick podcast. Mark Cuban's first ever draft pick, Thomas was never able to play for the team due to injury. Despite being relegated to the sidelines, Thomas recalls his time in Dallas learning from Mavs veterans and observing Mark Cuban in his first full year of owning the team. He was eventually traded to the Wizards in the latter half of his rookie year, but went on to have a successful career in the NBA. Today, Thomas is heavily involved in political activism, humanitarian work, and is a published author. Thank you for listening!

Episode 34 - Etan Thomas (2000-2001)

Former Maverick Gary Trent joins the podcast for this new episode. Trent details how he went to Ohio University, his draft selection to Portland, coming to Dallas, teaching Dirk some trash talk, Mark Cuban's impact on the team, and more. Thanks for listening, I hope you enjoy this episode.

Episode 33 - Gary Trent (1999-2001)

Former Mavs player and current assistant coach Darrell Armstrong joins the podcast to talk about his basketball journey. From his time as a high school athlete, to Fayetteville State, playing in the minor leagues, working in a yarn factory, to his 14 year NBA career, to his coaching career, Armstrong certainly doesn't disappoint in this conversation. Thanks for listening, I hope you enjoy the episode.

Episode 32 - Darrell Armstrong (2004-2006)

NBA Podcast catching up with Dallas Mavericks of years gone by. #MFFL

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