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Dusty May discusses Mavericks' new three-point defense strategy

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 11:32 PM

Last updated Nov 2, 2026

Dusty May discusses Mavericks' new three-point defense strategy

Summary

Dallas Mavericks head coach Dusty May outlined his team's improved three-point defense, attributing it to new officiating rules allowing more physicality. May noted that these changes enable his players to be more aggressive, leading to increased turnovers. Rookie Zaccharie Risacher has been instrumental, averaging 2.0 steals and 1.7 blocks in over 29 minutes per game, showcasing his conditioning and instincts. The Mavericks recently secured a gritty win against the Houston Rockets, demonstrating their ability to compete in physical games. They will face the Utah Jazz on November 6 in their next NBA Cup match.

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Status Watch

•Dusty May credits refereeing changes for Dallas' defensive improvement.
•Rookie Zaccharie Risacher averages 2.0 steals and 1.7 blocks per game.
•Dallas won a competitive game against the Houston Rockets.
•The Mavericks will play the Utah Jazz on November 6.

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11:32 PMYahoo Sports — Dusty May Reveals Dallas’ Three-Point Defense Secret

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Dallas Mavericks head coach Dusty May explains the surprising reason behind their jump in three-point defense, citing new officiating rules and rookie Zaccharie Risacher.
— Yahoo Sports

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