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Cooper Flagg played a part in the team&#39;s huge weakness, as he struggled to make 3-pointers. 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The reasons for this include many off-court endeavors, but the on-court fit would be intriguing as well.</description><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 17:59:18 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1233,h_693,x_1116,y_64/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/83/01kwmdd1x4wgxj8r5gt6.jpg" caption="LeBron James | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Noah Weber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Lakers&#39; disastrous offseason breathes life into dream Luka Doncic-Mavericks reunion</title><link>https://thesmokingcuban.com/lakers-disastrous-offseason-breathes-life-into-dream-luka-doncic-mavericks-reunion?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Austin McGee</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kwjfn8z5b2</guid><description>The Los Angeles Lakers&#39; questionable offseason moves spark excitement about Luka Doncic potentially returning to the Dallas Mavericks one day, as Rob Pelinka’s moves raise questions about Doncic&#39;s long-term future.</description><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2078,h_1168,x_2392,y_399/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/83/01kwjg4ahjpb7vgctr2v.jpg" caption="Luka Doncic | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Austin McGee"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mavericks’ free agency drought has an overlooked solution no one&#39;s talking about</title><link>https://thesmokingcuban.com/mavericks-free-agency-drought-has-overlooked-solution-no-ones-talking-about?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Will Miller</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kwjtddq7v8</guid><description>With limited guards available in free agency, Bennedict Mathurin might be the Dallas Mavericks&#39; last hope if they want to use their mid-level exception. He has been overlooked by Mavs fans, and he&#39;d be a great pickup.</description><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:00:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3333,h_1874,x_364,y_163/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/83/01kwk0jcxq8hzsx79fc0.jpg" caption="Bennedict Mathurin | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Will Miller"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mavericks miss out on perfect guard signing they easily could&#39;ve afforded</title><link>https://thesmokingcuban.com/mavericks-miss-out-on-perfect-guard-signing-they-easily-couldve-afforded?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Will Miller</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kwj9r4m3xr</guid><description>The Dallas Mavericks missed out on signing Anfernee Simons due to him signing for cheap with the Philadelphia 76ers instead, and this is an unfortunate bout. 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He is an excellent shooter, and he could carve out an NBA role one day if he continues to develop.</description><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:42:36 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1672,h_940,x_974,y_221/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/83/01kwhxamhtm1te1qxyx9.jpg" caption="Santi Aldama | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Noah Weber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mavericks&#39; stalled free agency finally comes alive with their first real target</title><link>https://thesmokingcuban.com/mavericks-stalled-free-agency-finally-comes-alive-with-their-first-real-target?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Noah Weber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kwhngr4pjf</guid><description>The Dallas Mavericks&#39; free agency has been quiet, but they&#39;ve shown interest in signing guard Anfernee Simons. He would give Dallas&#39; offense elite shooting and instant offense.</description><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:48:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1386,h_779,x_1037,y_119/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/83/01kwhnn1ds1gg5y1ntp3.jpg" caption="Anfernee Simons | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Noah Weber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mavericks&#39; already-hot trade rumor bound to intensify after Santi Aldama move</title><link>https://thesmokingcuban.com/mavericks-already-hot-trade-rumor-bound-to-intensify-after-santi-aldama-move?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Lorenzo Almanza</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kwfkp7axpy</guid><description>Daniel Gafford is no stranger to trade rumors, and his time with the Dallas Mavericks may finally be coming to an end with the recent acquisition of Santi Aldama.</description><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:39:39 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7130,h_4010,x_1126,y_636/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/83/01kwghra3z1bemetxr42.jpg" caption="Dallas Mavericks, Daniel Gafford | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Lorenzo Almanza"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mavericks&#39; Santi Aldama trade immediately puts fan-favorite&#39;s future in doubt</title><link>https://thesmokingcuban.com/mavericks-santi-aldama-trade-immediately-puts-fan-favorite-future-in-doubt?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Noah Weber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kwg595mmq1</guid><description>After trading for Santi Aldama, it seems like P.J. Washington may be the next player to be traded by the Dallas Mavericks.</description><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 01:29:24 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2129,h_1197,x_1465,y_238/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/83/01kwg5dvz3yv7312h7xn.jpg" caption="Santi Aldama | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Noah Weber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Lakers&#39; key departure shuts down Mavericks&#39; path to ideal Jazz trade</title><link>https://thesmokingcuban.com/lakers-key-departure-shuts-down-mavericks-path-to-ideal-jazz-trade?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Noah Weber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kwftge5bwc</guid><description>The Los Angeles Lakers lost Jaxson Hayes to the Utah Jazz on Wednesday, and this move shuts down one of the Dallas Mavericks&#39; most logical chances to trade Daniel Gafford.</description><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:36:14 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1383,h_777,x_1638,y_318/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/83/01kwfv8ffd8fm6sph4fg.jpg" caption="Dallas Mavericks, Daniel Gafford | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Noah Weber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mavericks break silence with trade for 7-foot sharpshooter who solves longtime flaw</title><link>https://thesmokingcuban.com/mavericks-break-silence-with-trade-for-7-foot-sharpshooter-who-solves-longtime-flaw?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Noah Weber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kwfymts2yq</guid><description>The Dallas Mavericks ended their offseason silence by trading for Memphis Grizzlies forward Santi Aldama. 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major flaws have an underrated free-agency solution they shouldn&#39;t ignore</title><link>https://thesmokingcuban.com/mavericks-major-flaws-have-underrated-free-agency-solution-they-shouldnt-ignore?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Austin McGee</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kwfetwz3cs</guid><description>Anfernee Simons remains an underrated free agent who could solve the Dallas Mavericks’ shooting and guard depth issues in 2026 NBA free agency.</description><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:13:44 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1184,h_666,x_1413,y_30/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/83/01kwfmcwhd6zr9y97pj8.jpg" caption="Anfernee Simons | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Austin McGee"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mavericks miss out on dream reunion as ex-Maverick reunites with Luka Doncic on Lakers</title><link>https://thesmokingcuban.com/mavericks-miss-out-on-dream-reunion-as-ex-maverick-reunites-with-luka-doncic-on-lakers?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Will Miller</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kwffc7m8vt</guid><description>The Dallas Mavericks had the financial capability to sign Quentin Grimes in free agency, but he&#39;ll instead be rejoining Luka Doncic on the Los Angeles Lakers.</description><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:42:22 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3624,h_2038,x_2169,y_265/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/83/01kwfjvhfg7qzxr6t772.jpg" caption="Luka Doncic | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Will Miller"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Kawhi Leonard trade details prove Mavericks dodged a massive mistake</title><link>https://thesmokingcuban.com/kawhi-leonard-trade-details-prove-mavericks-dodged-massive-mistake?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Noah Weber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kwdd6qzwaz</guid><description>Kawhi Leonard was traded to the Toronto Raptors, and after seeing the package they sent to the LA Clippers for the star forward, the Dallas Mavericks dodged a huge mistake by not making a move for him.</description><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 03:34:07 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1200,h_675,x_2812,y_212/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/83/01kwdday6w5zfcgak0r9.jpg" caption="Kawhi Leonard | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Noah Weber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mavericks&#39; quiet offseason hides an obvious trade answer that&#39;s brewing</title><link>https://thesmokingcuban.com/mavericks-quiet-offseason-hides-obvious-trade-answer-thats-brewing?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Noah Weber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kwf18px2ws</guid><description>The Dallas Mavericks have been quiet this offseason, but this silence will likely be answered by Dallas trading for Detroit Pistons guard Marcus Sasser.</description><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:50:35 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1711,h_962,x_801,y_23/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/83/01kwf25zzz5tw2ym7jtw.jpg" caption="Marcus Sasser | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Noah Weber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mavericks&#39; silent free-agency start needs this simple but brilliant answer</title><link>https://thesmokingcuban.com/mavericks-silent-free-agency-start-needs-this-simple-but-brilliant-answer?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Noah Weber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kwewpmpngn</guid><description>The Dallas Mavericks didn&#39;t make a single move on the opening day of free agency, and they should end this silence by signing Moussa Cisse to a multi-year contract.</description><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:42:43 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1502,h_844,x_497,y_338/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/83/01kwewsw22gv7qmjned7.jpg" caption="Dallas Mavericks, Moussa Cisse | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Noah Weber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mavericks should cash in on Cavaliers&#39; LeBron James dream with trade for sharpshooter</title><link>https://thesmokingcuban.com/mavericks-should-cash-in-on-cavaliers-lebron-james-dream-with-trade-for-sharpshooter?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Noah Weber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kwdv096jan</guid><description>The Dallas Mavericks should help the Cleveland Cavaliers open up an easier path to sign LeBron James by trading for Max Strus.</description><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:06:33 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3563,h_2004,x_1789,y_182/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/83/01kwdvhzzk6bxkptv6t8.jpg" caption="LeBron James | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Noah Weber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Heat will soon learn Tim Hardaway Jr. lesson Mavericks fans know well</title><link>https://thesmokingcuban.com/dallas-mavericks-heat-will-soon-learn-tim-hardaway-jr-lesson-fans-know-well?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tyler Watts</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kwdw8x1ne4</guid><description>The Dallas Mavericks know Tim Hardaway Jr. well, and the Miami Heat will quickly be frustrated with his game.</description><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 03:47:46 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1173,h_659,x_1158,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/83/01kwdwc4eabngfyxfqg7.jpg" caption="Dallas Mavericks, Tim Hardaway Jr. | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tyler Watts"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mavericks&#39; home-run offseason move shouldn&#39;t even come from free agency</title><link>https://thesmokingcuban.com/mavericks-home-run-offseason-move-shouldnt-even-come-from-free-agency?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Sameer Moosa</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kwcx7zn6sd</guid><description>With free agency starting today, the Dallas Mavericks should actually look to acquire Cason Wallace in a trade with the Oklahoma City Thunder.</description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 20:39:59 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1258,h_707,x_2205,y_435/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/83/01kwcxy2zvjfne80g80b.jpg" caption="Cason Wallace | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Sameer Moosa"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mavericks&#39; Anthony Davis trade quietly sets them up to chase a hidden gem</title><link>https://thesmokingcuban.com/mavericks-anthony-davis-trade-quietly-sets-them-up-to-chase-hidden-gem?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Austin McGee</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kwcp8y19vb</guid><description>The Dallas Mavericks’ Anthony Davis trade created multiple trade exceptions, opening the door to a potential Marcus Sasser deal. Dallas is reportedly the leader to trade for the current Detroit Pistons guard.</description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:35:41 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2091,h_1176,x_1763,y_239/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/83/01kwcpybw71pkxkkfn4e.jpg" caption="Anthony Davis | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Austin McGee"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mavericks-Kawhi Leonard rumors terrifyingly echo Nico Harrison&#39;s costly vision</title><link>https://thesmokingcuban.com/mavericks-kawhi-leonard-rumors-terrifyingly-echo-nico-harrison-costly-vision?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Will Miller</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kwazf4s8d5</guid><description>Kawhi Leonard is rumored to be in play for the Dallas Mavericks, and this is something the Mavericks should avoid given it&#39;s something Nico Harrison would do.</description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4786,h_2692,x_114,y_93/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/83/01kwb0bj9sj04qr5cfqy.jpg" caption="Dallas Mavericks, Nico Harrison | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Will Miller"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mavericks’ first must-make move of free agency is staring them in the face</title><link>https://thesmokingcuban.com/mavericks-first-must-make-move-of-free-agency-is-staring-them-in-face?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Austin McGee</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kwbb8ygmhd</guid><description>The Dallas Mavericks should re-sign Moussa Cisse to a multi-year deal after his breakout season, rather than risk losing him next offseason.</description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:25:25 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3765,h_2117,x_1725,y_647/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/83/01kwbbc9z5zacs68a79n.jpg" caption=" Dallas Mavericks, Moussa Cisse | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Austin McGee"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mavericks&#39; newest trade target would be a dream fit for Dallas</title><link>https://thesmokingcuban.com/mavericks-newest-trade-target-would-be-dream-fit-for-dallas?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Will Miller</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kwapdhzf23</guid><description>The Dallas Mavericks are interested in trading for Cam Johnson, and Johnson would be a perfect fit in Dallas for a variety of reasons.</description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4144,h_2331,x_298,y_87/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/83/01kwb5snpv90cqsgm8zp.jpg" caption="Cameron Johnson | Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Will Miller"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mavericks&#39; pointless Kawhi Leonard rumor followed by one that makes way more sense</title><link>https://thesmokingcuban.com/mavericks-pointless-kawhi-leonard-rumor-followed-by-one-that-makes-way-more-sense?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Noah Weber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kwam9b18th</guid><description>The Dallas Mavericks were in trade rumors for LA Clippers star Kawhi Leonard, but pursuing Cameron Johnson of the Denver Nuggets makes way more sense. Dallas has shown interest in Johnson according to a recent report.</description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 22:11:45 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1934,h_1087,x_955,y_42/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/83/01kwapqsv2896sv0kqhn.jpg" caption="Cameron Johnson | Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Noah Weber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mavericks prepare for free agency with no-brainer move Cooper Flagg will love</title><link>https://thesmokingcuban.com/mavericks-prepare-for-free-agency-with-no-brainer-move-cooper-flagg-will-love?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Noah Weber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kwa7wrwjff</guid><description>The Dallas Mavericks exercised their team option on Ryan Nembhard&#39;s contract ahead of free agency tomorrow. This is a move that Cooper Flagg will love due to his connection with Nembhard on and off the court.</description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 21:21:32 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4304,h_2421,x_1458,y_324/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/83/01kwa876h41kv1cqsr0a.jpg" caption="Dallas Mavericks, Cooper Flagg | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Noah Weber"></flatplan:author></item></channel></rss>