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Don't even think about typing Tim's name in any conversation about Dirk. I don't care what context, good or bad. Those two names can never be used together.
So shall it be written, so shall it be done.
As much as I dislike Dirk, he seemed to be the only one out there in a Mavs uniform that wanted to win the game.
Don't even think about typing Tim's name in any conversation about Dirk. I don't care what context, good or bad. Those two names can never be used together.
So shall it be written, so shall it be done.
The only thing wrong with Dirk is he's been made the franchise player. This next contract, he has to decide whether he's willing to get payed less to be on a better team... that simple. Real franchise players find ways to win.
If he takes a pay cut and Dallas brings in a dominant inside player, there's no beating the Mavs. If Cubes continues to invest in so-so centers and so-so wings, there's nothing to be said.
How wild-ass would it be if Cuban coached the team?
Geeezuz you guys sure do mail it in quick I see. The last time I checked a team did need to win 4 games to win a series.
Who, though, is this dominant inside player of which you speak? I can't think of one around the league right now. None are available. You have Dalembert, couple white stiffs out in Utah, maybe Nene if Denver lets him walk but he's not exactly dominant. Unless you can swindle a team out of their big man, I don't see it happening.
I'd prefer a 2-guard that can drive.
the mavs need to follow the Thunder's model, build a team with long defensive players surrounding an elite offensive player. The mavs need to find shot blockers, Thunder is the no.1 shot blocking team in the league, that's why their defense is so good.
C: Haywood
PF: Tyrus Thomas(block shots and get O rebounds, like Ibaka)
SF: Dirk
SG: Corey Brewer(defend and shoot 3s, kinda like Sefalosha)
SG: Roddy (scoring point and defense, kinda like Westbrook)
true, tbh. Just like how no Peyton fan can ever say he's greater than Brady after that turdheap of a Super Bowl.
honestly to ever say Dirk was even in Tim's ballpark in terms of greatness has always been ridiculous. but now you just sound like a victim of extreme trauma to the head to try and compare them.
where is JJ Barea included in this mix?
I think Bosh and Dirk could complement each other well, but it would take a gesture from Dirk.
lol failing at reading comprehension.
An atheletic post player would compliment Dirk very well.
The problem they have is that guys like Jet who can still ball can't penetrate like did a few years ago. I remember this guy torchin our line ups inside and clutching his jumpers. He seems to have dropped a step but that stroke of his is still there.
Atheletic energy players in the 4/5 and a 2 that has the steps to slash consistently would make this team scary. That finals team was a beast of a team. They had a healthy mix of these things.
You have to consider also the mid season change up these underwent. RC biggest mistake I think is never really gel'ing out a proper rotation with this crew. Regardless how this series ends up I think the Mavs have a lot of the pieces to a beast of a team. They certainly have the roster depth to pull some changes via trades or they can look into what they can pull in the off season to cement their rotation in to order.
I won't call this team a choker of team. I see a series where someone wants it a lot more right now
That didn't even make sense. Try to read what the conversation is about.
These guys will be Mavs next year:
Dirk
Kidd
Jet
Marion
Carroll
Beaubois
They will probably resign Haywood because they'll have nothing at C after Damp is traded.
Dampier/Butler/Stevenson/Barea total $30 million in expirings that they can use to revamp the roster.
My wish list for the off-season: a new backup PG not named Barea. Actually, somebody who can play 18-20 minutes a night to keep Kidd's minutes down to about 30-31 mpg. A legit 2-guard, something we haven't had since Michael Finley circa 2000-2002. An athletic Serge Ibaka type at C to complement Haywood.
Beaubois can be used as a sweetener in a deal involving the expirings in my humble points of view.
I've felt all along (unrelated to being down 1-3) that next year is the last year for the Mavs as far as trying to compete for a championship is concerned.
I think Dampier will join back with Mavs for MLE. No team will offer him higher than that and this dude doesn't seem too useless this season. Time for Mavs to try availing this loophole.
If Carlisle remains as Mavs head coach for next season, I'd like to see Beaubois leaving for another team where he'll get a chance, at least a ing chance to prove himself instead of being frittered in Dallas. On the other hand, if the Mavs get a good coach to replace this idiot in summer, then I would like to retain this french lad. Indeed Beaubois is such a talented lad that is well worth 15-20 m/g in rotation and he will surely prove it if given more chances. At least a Mavs version of George Hill shouldn't be too much to expect.
^ tbh this seems like the first Rogue troll where he tries not to post like Rogue, but ends up doing it anyway.
Mavs seriously need a number 2 option they can rely on... the team is one really good player and a lot of good role players. Problem is that other teams will just force Dirk to beat them alone or try to contain Dirk and make the role players do it.
Butler/Marion/Terry aren't viable #2 options for a contender. Butler can be on a scrub team I guess.
Kidd is good, but lacks that scoring outside of the 3pt shot, which even that looks really ugly.
Lose damp, get a cheap mobile center and trim the talent from the bench to get someone that can slash to the rim that isn't 5 feet tall. Mavs seem close TBH, but talent is too spread around.
Either way, still a series that needs finishing first.
Everything in this post is accurate. Solid Post
lol shoulda kept it a secret, mate.
very true. That's why Ghazi's smartness always arouses jealousy in the re ed side of Mavs crew, starring... well, what's his name? it's even longer than a phallus, that's all I can remember at this moment.
You seem better suited to answer that question.
Dirk had an open look with George Hill on him and passed it tonight. Wtf was that about?
First Kobe, now Dirk. Did the league's shooters suddenly get gun-shy?
Get rid of the coach. He's mishandled minutes in the playoffs and imo the regular season for playing Kidd so many minutes.
Kidd. He can't be playing as many minutes as he did this regular season since he's old and needs to be rested for the playoffs. He's at the point where if you can trade him, do so especially if you can get a Devin Harris type player. The West just has too many matchup advantages against old PG's and Kidd gives reasons to play Barea which isn't good.
Make trades happen. Mavs always seem to be in a good position to make big roster changes and this upcoming summer is no different. If they lose the series no one is safe from being traded except Dirk.
Dirk seems to have a similar problem that Duncan has had since David Robinson - having pretty lackluster centers.
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