If the playoffs started today: Lakers v. Mavs

[LkrFan]

Now that the Clipps are back to reality and the Lakers are in their rightful place - perched on top of the Pacific Division - it's time for the Lakers to exact some revenge against the Mavs.

If the standings hold, Kobe v. Dirk II - Lakers in 5. :toast

Discuss

[pass1st]

Both teams got a lot worse, would be interesting.

[mavs>spurs]

Yeah we suck ass as of late so it wouldn't really be much of an accomplishment, you aren't really going out on a limb here or anything. Last year, Dirk was able to shoulder the load on offense while having Tyson anchor the defense to have his back at the other end. This year, we have neither such luxury. A mavs team with Jason Terry as it's second option and 43 year old Vince carter as its only other offensive weapon, and no Tyson, isn't going anywhere without another historic year out of Dirk, which so far he has been unable to reproduce.

[LkrFan]

Both teams got a lot worse, would be interesting.

Not really. I expected the Lakers' offense to suck. Why? MB is no offensive genius and the Lakers needed to unlearn over a decade of the triangle. Meanwhile, they are steadily making improvements offensively.

The constant has been their defense. They have been top 5 all year. Until they fully get their offense together, defense will be their calling card.

Look at yesterday's game v. Heat. Wade had 16 pts on 17 shots. LBJ had 25 pts on 26 shots. Why? Defense. It's what's gonna carry us in the offs. Last year they didn't play defense and got swept. That won't happen this year no matter who we play.

[LkrFan]

Yeah we suck ass as of late so it wouldn't really be much of an accomplishment, you aren't really going out on a limb here or anything. Last year, Dirk was able to shoulder the load on offense while having Tyson anchor the defense to have his back at the other end. This year, we have neither such luxury. A mavs team with Jason Terry as it's second option and 43 year old Vince carter as its only other offensive weapon, and no Tyson, isn't going anywhere without another historic year out of Dirk, which so far he has been unable to reproduce.

Translation: one and done. :lol

[wanggi]

They are 50-50. No one knows who will win the series in the playoffs.

[pass1st]

Not really. I expected the Lakers' offense to suck. Why? MB is no offensive genius and the Lakers needed to unlearn over a decade of the triangle. Meanwhile, they are steadily making improvements offensively.

The constant has been their defense. They have been top 5 all year. Until they fully get their offense together, defense will be their calling card.

Look at yesterday's game v. Heat. Wade had 16 pts on 17 shots. LBJ had 25 pts on 26 shots. Why? Defense. It's what's gonna carry us in the offs. Last year they didn't play defense and got swept. That won't happen this year no matter who we play.


I don't like our perimeter defense so far, any team that's good at shooting the 3ball gives us a lot of trouble. In the inside, Bynum & Gasol could contend with any front court in the NBA.

[ElNono]

Tough series to call, tbh. Would be much easier if Odom would be playing like he can play with the Mavs, IMO

[LkrFan]

Tough series to call, tbh. Would be much easier if Odom would be playing like he can play with the Mavs, IMO

Not tough to me. The Lakers went to 3 straight Finals. Each of those 3 seasons included over 100 games. They ran out of gas and faced a well coached, hungry Mav team that took full advantage.

This year we're healthy. The Mavs have no one to deal with Bynum. Kobe is healthy. And they are playing defense this year. Not to mention the Lakers will play the Mavs with a huge chip on their shoulder.

Like I said, Lakers in 5 - tops.

[LkrFan]

I don't like our perimeter defense so far, any team that's good at shooting the 3ball gives us a lot of trouble. In the inside, Bynum & Gasol could contend with any front court in the NBA.

Their perimeter defense is mediocre. However, I do expect a marked improvement from their 2011 playoff showing. It's about defensive effort. MB, to his credit, is bringing that out of them.

[NewcastleKEG]

They are 50-50. No one knows who will win the series in the playoffs.
Won't happen

Mavs are a bottom feeder & Lakers aren't a #1-3 seed. Lakers will probably play (lose to) a Clippers or Grizzlies in the 1st Round

[DAF86]

Mavs beat the Lakers, Lakers beat the Spurs, Spurs beat the Mavs. That's how it goes.

[LkrFan]

Won't happen

Mavs are a bottom feeder & Lakers aren't a #1-3 seed. Lakers will probably play (lose to) a Clippers or Grizzlies in the 1st Round

:lol - that's funny. But are you guys getting past the Hype? Doubtful. :wakeup

[Robz4000]

Lakers could beat either of the Mavs or Spurs this year, but they'll get reamed by basically everyone else in the WC.

[irishock]

Mavs in 6 easily even without HCA.

[Giuseppe]

Fuck the Mavs.

I want the opportunity to get even with Chandler.

[wanggi]

Fuck the Mavs.

I want the opportunity to get even with Chandler.

Only Sisies and Gigolos play "I want the opportunity" card.

[Giuseppe]

Only Sisies and Gigolos play "I want the opportunity" card.

I'm a trend setter.

I set trends.

[Jodelo]

I have yet to see Kobe or Gasol win a playoff game against Dirk... Just saying!

[wanggi]

I'm a trend setter.

I set trends.

Only the Bendovers and gigolos set trends on SpursTalk.com

[Giuseppe]

Only the Bendovers and gigolos set trends on SpursTalk.com

I'm a trend setter.

I set trends.

[MR.SILVER&BLack]

Lakers in 7. JJ not around to Fuck bynum anymore.

[JamStone]

Lakers with the ball, down by 1, Dallas triple teams Kobe and forces a kickout to Gasol, STEAL BY LAMAR ODOM... Odom turns and alley oops to Andrew Bynum! Lakers win!!!!

[Brazil]

mavs in 6

[Giuseppe]

"Lakers with the ball, down by 1, Dallas triple teams Kobe and forces a kickout to Gasol, STEAL BY LAMAR ODOM... Odom turns and alley oops to Andrew Bynum! Lakers win!!!!"

...Kobe's bodyguard (that cute guy) runs out to protect Kobe in the ensuing melee, Odom overcome with grief at having nearly beaten the ones he loves grab's the bodyguard's piece (not that piece, Lefty), points it at Cuban's head and rearranges his appearance.

[ChrisRichards]

Lakers bench is too thin. They won't be able to hang with the Mavs. I also think Odom being the emotional guy that he is will have a huge seris against the Lakers just to show the front office that they made a huge mistake trading him.

[nowhereman523]

Dirk moves to 11-0 in his playoff career against Pau.

[nowhereman523]

Lakers bench is too thin. They won't be able to hang with the Mavs. I also think Odom being the emotional guy that he is will have a huge seris against the Lakers just to show the front office that they made a huge mistake trading him.

Dude you gotta change your sig

[Gutter92]

:lmao

Laker fans relying on other teams to get worse so they can beat them, rather than getting better themselves...:lmao

[Gutter92]

Lmao @ Dirk being undefeated in the playoffs vs. Kobe

[DAF86]

Can't even beat Detroit :lmao

[100%duncan]

who ever has HCA wins

[Giuseppe]

lmao @ dirk being undefeated in the playoffs vs. Kobe

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[Ryan Fitzpatrick]

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Crucify 'em, Cubby!...send these Mavs-piggybackers straight to the fuckin' tree

[Giuseppe]

Crucify 'em, Cubby!...send these Mavs-piggybackers straight to the fuckin' tree

It's half hearted, Ry. I ain't got it in me tonite. I'm gonna make some hot chocolate and eat a box of Animal Crackers.

Nite all. You son of a bitches!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!