Mavrelous wrote:There are no perfect teams out there, well, except the Celtics, who have a 6 man unit of 4 all NBA level player + all defense guy + a vet big, and they have a good bench guard in Pritchard.
If PJW is integrated successfully in the remaining 30 games, can shoot 37-38% from 3, and Maxi remains at this level, you've got what you need, all that's missing is health and chemistry.
The team has the needed mixture of athleticism, length, rim protection, rebounding, they are lacking some shooting, and they are very deficient in chemistry and familiarity, but the general concept of the team is very good.
I'd definitely add Denver to that list. They have great offense, good defense, decent coaching and great playoff experience. They are playing with poise.
Murray-Jokic is probably playing the best two man game in the league, and most dependable one for playoffs. They are both clutch players and know how to operate in playoffs. They have pretty good size, height around those two. KCP-Gordon are both plus defenders. MPJ is not necessarily great defender but he has the physical tools. 6'10" with 7'0" wingspan at SF. In comparison, our SF rotation is playing DJJ (listed 6'5 b.ref) who is on vet min contract.
I think Mavs just become a respectable basketball team again since the WCF team. Making playoffs, then making to the next rounds will be our challenge. I'd like to be optimistic but DJJ, PJ Washington, Gafford are not playoff proven. Kyrie-Maxi injury risks are there. The team still needs to gel. I believe in Lively, Gafford but not so much about wing players.
