Austin Bailey

Little Rock

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Manufacturing Never Made America Great. Unions Did.

2 months ago | nopartialtriumph.substack.com | Austin Bailey

This won’t come as a shock to most, but Americans are exceptional when it comes to romanticizing the past. It makes sense when you think about it. Our country’s history is riddled with slavery, genocide, and bloodshed—both against its own citizens and millions of others around the world.
Manufacturing Never Made America Great. Unions Did.

2 months ago | medium.com | Austin Bailey

Conservative’s misguided nostalgia for 20th century factory workThis won’t come as a shock to most, but Americans are exceptional when it comes to romanticizing the past. It makes sense when you think about it. Our country’s history is riddled with slavery, genocide, and bloodshed — both against its own citizens and millions of others around the world. It’s much easier to distort those events than actually wrestle their consequences. Even further, how they reverberate into the present.
Patrick Dumont's Statements on Luka Trade Prove His Ignorance

Mar 15, 2025 | lastwordonsports.com | Austin Bailey

Dallas Mavericks Governor Patrick Dumont recently took the stage at a real estate conference in his team’s hometown to discuss the rationale behind dealing superstar Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers. His statements not only put his basketball ignorance on full display, but also bring up a larger conversation around a trend of new owners who believe their success in other markets will easily transfer to the NBA.
Dallas Mavericks Draft Pick In 2025: What Will They Do?

Mar 13, 2025 | lastwordonsports.com | Austin Bailey

The departure of Luka Doncic and a mountain of injuries launched the Dallas Mavericks into a downward spiral of historic proportions. They’re now a .500 team with a record of 33-33 and continue to plunge down the Western Conference standings. But a descent into mediocrity means a more valuable draft pick. Will they trade it to maximize a tiny championship window, or keep it and look towards the future? Dallas Mavericks Draft Pick In 2025: What Will They Do?
Kyrie Irving Injury: The Superstar's $44 Million Decision

Mar 8, 2025 | lastwordonsports.com | Austin Bailey

It’s hard to imagine the Dallas Mavericks season getting worse. Then it did when Kyrie Irving tore his ACL in a matchup against the Sacramento Kings earlier this week. Injuries have plagued the team all season, sidelining most of the Mavericks starting rotation as well as newly acquired big man Anthony Davis. The Mavs are in shambles and Luka Doncic is gone for good. What does that mean for Irving’s future in Dallas?
Kevin Durant Trade to Mavericks Would Sink Franchise

Mar 3, 2025 | lastwordonsports.com | Austin Bailey

Recent reports indicate that Kevin Durant will be traded this summer. The Dallas Mavericks are among the rumored trade destinations. However, the Mavericks would be wise to steer clear of Durant. A possible Durant trade solves nothing for the Mavericks, in fact, it would be the final nail in the coffin. Let’s dive into why the Mavericks should avoid a Durant trade at all costs.
'I Just Don’t Believe It': Dallas Mavericks Superstar Dishes On Trade

Feb 27, 2025 | lastwordonsports.com | Austin Bailey

Dallas Mavericks superstar Anthony Davis counters the popular narrative surrounding blockbuster trade to his new team. ‘I Just Don’t Believe It’: Dallas Mavericks Superstar Dishes On TradeThree and a half weeks ago, a seismic event rocked the basketball world. A team that made the NBA Finals only a few months ago, the Dallas Mavericks, traded away their 25-year-old superstar Luka Doncic (turns 26 on Friday) to the Los Angeles Lakers.
New Mavericks Acquisition Proving His Worth

Feb 24, 2025 | msn.com | Austin Bailey

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Max Christie Breakout: New Mavericks Acquisition Proving His Worth

Feb 24, 2025 | lastwordonsports.com | Austin Bailey

Max Christie was already having a breakout season with the Los Angeles Lakers, and he’s been even better since joining the Dallas Mavericks. Max Christie Breakout: New Mavericks Acquisition Proving His WorthWhile he’s only played eight games with the Dallas Mavericks, Max Christie is already making himself invaluable. The Michigan State alum is playing over 32 minutes per game, averaging 15 points, five rebounds, and three assists.
'The Seal': Nico Harrison's $345 Million Dollar Error

Feb 22, 2025 | lastwordonsports.com | Austin Bailey

The Luka Doncic trade is already considered by many as one of the most lopsided in NBA history. Mavericks GM Nico Harrison continues to make it worse.