The Pool Report interview was conducted by Christian Clark (The Athletic) with Crew Chief John Goble following tonight’s Pistons at Mavericks game.

December 18, 2025

QUESTION: Can you explain why Ausar Thompson was ejected?

 GOBLE: For aggressively approaching and making contact with the official.

QUESTION: Explain why J.B. Bickerstaff was assessed a technical foul just before half.

 GOBLE:  Continuous complaining.