Luka & The Mavs Are Defying Basketball, And The NBA Hates It | News (Dallas Mavericks, Kyrie Irving)

The Dallas Mavericks have sent about as big of a shockwave through the NBA world as anyone could have anticipated to start the Western Conference Finals vs the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2024 NBA Playoffs. After taking a 2-0 series lead winning game 1 & game 2 in Minnesota, the Dallas Mavs have found so many different ways to attack Anthony Edwards, KAT, Rudy Gobert & company that most people did not seem to anticipate.
Let’s start with the Dallas Mavs offense led by Luka Doncic & Kyrie Irving. The Luka Doncic game winner & buzzer beater in game 2 was just the icing on the cake for the powerhouse this side of the ball has been for DAL. Alongside both Kyrie & Luka, the bigs in Daniel Gafford & Dereck Lively have been incredible in serving the offense. Couple what they’ve done with pieces like PJ Washington, Josh Green, Derrick Jones Jr, Tim Hardaway Jr, even Jaden Hardy & Dante Exum, Jason Kidd has found a formula that’s paid dividends for this offense throughout the 2024 NBA Playoffs.
Then, there’s also the amazing Dallas Mavericks defense. Because after acquiring both PJ Washington and Daniel Gafford at the trade deadline, this side of the ball has only seemed to improve more and more over time. And if the Mavs can keep this momentum as the series shifts to Dallas, this team might be making an appearance in the 2024 NBA Finals to compete for an NBA championship.
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[@HoopsDigest]

How far will the Dallas Mavs make it? 👇

[@marcello1821]

Luka n Kyrie takes all👑👑👑

[@ChrisosIDK]

All the way baby!!!

[@stuntmandaniels3323]

Unless they start naz Reid an bench Rudy this might be ovdr

[@jaysonloggins7686]

Champs

[@EbizzerHH]

All the way baby!

[@donnikrasniqi5873]

Our centers combined always get 20-30 points, 15-20 rebounds, and 5 blocks combined. This is insane production. And also 12 fouls to give, and no fatigue because they split minutes, they are always going all out.

[@jmgonzales7701]

Production is always the most important

[@orangesilver4568]

Derek Lively II and Daniel Gafford play has been key for the Mavs on top of Luca Doncic and Kyrie Irving being clutch players.

[@JRMason-ri4ii]

And generally shooting 70%+

[@thedtmann]

All of this production from the bigs, the rest of team didn't shoot well, when they start shooting "lights out" like they're capable of, they can run any team in the NBA off the floor.

[@reivelt3715]

​@@thedtmannAgreed. Remember PJ and DJJ had their moment in Dallas' previous series? Yea. If they shoot at least decently, they are absurd

[@airflight03]

Mavs is the new Lob city

[@joshb.1118]

Lob Country....

[@truez815]

Lob galaxy

[@scottjames7243]

Lob Universe!!!

[@salmonkill7]

Anthony Edwards about to get that "MUCH NEEDED REST!!"!!

[@zigalisjak]

Yeah, in Cancun 🥥🌴🏖 🌊 💀

[@flavioroberto9960]

All funny until Antman rests and come back to MJ level potential...

[@Acuate18777]

​@@flavioroberto9960 wolves in 9!

[@reality4861]

He should not be called antman cause he can't carry his team and ants never tired unless the job is finish

[@gainedweight_]

@@Acuate18777😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@saiwaqa2573]

As a Mavs fan i was confident since the trade deadline. But the biggest surprise to me is the poise and dominance of our rookie. D live is that duuude! Bro won the battle against chet, has dominated against gobert, kat and reid, and he just continues to exceed expectations. If we are able to go all the way this year, its gonna be in large part because of D lively.

[@jeffreyyoungblood7438]

Dude is balling. I'm a duke fan and didn't even think he had this much nba potential. His ceiling is HIGH. And he absolutely turning it out during these playoffs. Unbelievable for a rookie especially.

[@ajdrums8075]

Lively D!

[@asalrxa]

He's honestly the Mavs new Tyson chandler

[@riconosberg7241]

@@asalrxa Im so happy we missed the playoffs last year. getting lively is so huge for this franchise future

[@asalrxa]

@riconosberg7241 no doubt, the Mavs have their big man of the future , what a gem 💎

[@kalanhitchens8782]

Gafford has changed this team entirely. Dudes game on both sides of the court has made Dallas a contender. Rim protection on one end, spacing and lobs on the other. Def underrated

[@HughMorristheJoker]

Washington also. His D and corner 3s are a huge boost.

[@asalrxa]

I hope they keep him!! After this season along with PJ

[@No1Armadillo]

He's also taken the burden off the rookie!!! So that now, they can both dominate in tag-team style... D-Live has a new life now!

[@bryanroberts3671]

I’m a bit disappointed that you didn’t say Gifford and Washington.

[@aFrench88channel]

biggest surprise is Dereck Lively being so good, so fast.

[@jeffreyyoungblood7438]

Dude is balling. I'm a duke fan and didn't even think he had this much nba potential. His ceiling is HIGH. And he absolutely turning it out during these playoffs. Unbelievable for a rookie especially.

[@sillyboyyt3708]

It's because of Luka..if lively come to other team he is trash because no one knows how to facilitate the ball like luka​@@jeffreyyoungblood7438

[@NateT3]

Tyson Chandler is one of the Mavs coaching staff and he's been training him since the start of the season.

[@Benedict_Savage]

The effects of a good organization with excellent players development team + Playing alongside Luka

[@kevinhowe3280]

Man I love that kid. He's only 20 yrs old and already a very good playoff performer. What is his ceiling? Could he be a giannis type riser?

[@sourkrygaming9847]

Versatility. The Mavs don't have just one way to play, they have multiple. And that includes what to take away from the opponents offense. Luka and Kyrie complete a very formidable and flexible defensive rotation, and both have the whole toolbox offensively; so no matter what rotation they're in, they never lack anything.

[@TheOrdener]

Really nice analysis. The new Mavs are not the old Mavs. Most analysts still haven’t really figured that out. Gritty, help-oriented hustle defense using the two bigs; opportunistic offense that pushes the ball when the opportunity is there, but can operate in the half court just as well; and an overall Zen-like patience and togetherness in the culture.

[@No1Armadillo]

.... the entire team reflects the personality of Jason Kidd....

[@user-df6jb3ts2x]

The split second look to PJ in 3s creates a reaction from KAT which made the dish to Lively possible... That is poise and genius...

[@brianjaramillo5126]

Tom Brady vibes, looking off the safety

[@Benedict_Savage]

Yeah, he's probably the best ever at faking out defenders with his eyes, he's been doing it since day 1

[@arielr9773]

Even when Dallas was loosing the game they somehow looked like the better team🤔

[@No1Armadillo]

...... the Mavs exude an intense sense of calm and focus....

[@wyeee]

Losing*

[@erichill4926]

Agreed 👍🏽💯

[@Dmv1260]

Luka had gobert running around like a new born giraffe trying to walk

[@erichill4926]

Good one

[@Eclectic.Nostalgia]

I'm glad that Jason Kidd's getting the recognition now.

[@oasisoflasvegas7925]

He’s always been pretty recognizable so it’s surprising it took so long for that to happen but I’m happy

[@mcnally1456]

Not a surprise he’s one of the best coaches in the league, he was a savant on the court.

[@No1Armadillo]

ABOUT TIME !!!! ..... seen him criticized by all the talking heads who all know how to play checkers while Jason has been playing 3-dimensional chess!!! For instance.... what the hell are they doing team-wise to wear Ant-man out two games in a row now??? ... then there's the high pick-and-rolls .... and the double-high pick-and-rolls... Masterful! The way the offense is set up, every play has multiple outcomes.... all based on the read.... which is where Luka is playing at a different level from others.... but bottom line, when you look at this team, player by player, they ALL look like Jason Kidd!! They all have that attitude, that mental toughness, that intelligence, and that team spirit, and that sense of total calm.... like the Musketeers out there, "All for one, And one for all!!" .... and it all goes back to the people he and Nico selected..... And that produced the Chemistry of this team! Good example, Grant Williams.... awesome player in all aspects but.... his head was somewhere else and got let go! ..... He has also navigated the waters of coaching two super-stars and it looks like a love fest out there! So, it's not that he's just a great coach, he's a great person and perfect mentor for this championship team!

[@datukatsura12]

Lively Rookie year and becoming one the reason the maverick is now 2-0 in conference final

[@billflamank6882]

Gobert shouldn't have punched Doncic in the ribs, and got paid back

[@dk6173]

Luka took it personally.

[@carsonkahla9162]

I didn’t and still don’t understand that😂🤷‍♂️

[@jctv7428]

​@@carsonkahla9162 don't poke the bear 😅

[@russellbyrnes7215]

As someone who has watched the mavs closely all season, none of it really surprises me. Wolves are a good match up for them as their offence isn't great, I was more worried about OKC and their swipey defence and 5 out spacing. Celtics will present similar problems if they make it with all their shooting.

[@johnwheeler6839]

I agree with everything you said pretty much. I would add that I knew that Ant is not an elite playmaker yet and with this Dallas defense that was going to be exposed. The one thing about Boston is that while they have a defender in Holliday that can do similar work that Dort did on Luka he is smaller so it won't be as effective. I don't see anyone else that plays that relentless and physical defense that you would need to guard Luka.

[@ajclannachan]

If Dallas make the finals maxi will be back. Hes a way better three point shooter than anyone Dallas has currently playing. Luka should have a week’s rest as well if they manage to sweep the wolves. If it is Dallas in the final they’re going to be a problem.

[@johnjosephheronda9348]

Twolves relying mostly in 3points while Mavs attacking in the paint and lob pass, thats why Gafford and Lively combined 30 points mostly on lob pass and alleyoop,

[@Benedict_Savage]

I expect the mavs to play the Celtics which throw up the most 3s in the league, the same way. They'll dominate the paint since horford is good but not enough and too old, and chinal doll porzingis is softer than even gobert and KAT

[@dundalis]

Big difference is the two best ball handlers and playmakers in the series plays for Dallas. TWolves don't have the playmaking and ball handling to attack the paint vs Lively and Gafford and make great decisions. Unlike Kyrie and Luka, Ant is a straight line demon, he's not going to alter speeds, have patience and make elite reads. Thats not gonna change the whole series, TWolves have a huge job to figure out how to change things with such a disadvantage. Mavs can make big mistakes and miss many shots like the first half and still win cause their offense is schematically unstoppable. If Mavs play a full game at a high level with normal contributions from the stars and role players its gonna be a blowout.

[@dundalis]

@@Benedict_Savage Celtics will be a bit more difficult to guard than the Wolves are though, as their offense is def much more well rounded and consistent. Also Celtics have less pure length, but are more mobile defensively than TWolves, bit more similar to OKC.

[@Benedict_Savage]

@@dundalis you are correct, however the wolves were the no. 1 defense during regular and post season, not the Celtics, which means teams have figured them out to some extent. I don't think the mavs would have issues figuring out the Celtics defense as well, and it's all about having a good game plan. In general the Celtics have been less than impressive these playoffs and they have a tall order with this mavs' team

[@dundalis]

@@Benedict_Savage The thing I’d say about that is just matchups. Wolves also have a higher rated defense than OKC, but imo Mavs had more issues with OKC defense bothering them than they have had with Wolves defense so far just because of the matchups. I still think if Luka can maintain 75-80% of his capabilities the rest of the way and his health not deteriorate they win it all, but I can see Celtics being the hardest matchup for Mavs over anyone else. They will easily be the best offense the Mavs will face in post season.

[@DadsBoyz]

Mavs “You can’t effin’ guard me” To win it all.

[@deltadefconii4459]

LUKA LOOKED LIKE “JACK IN THE SHINING” 😂 #LUKADANGA

[@mrgjg]

Gafford and D-Live were 14-16 from the field for 30pts and 14 boards in 47.51 minutes. Thats crazy offense from the center position. Thats like having an at his best Giannis in the middle.

[@oliverenriquez5401]

Lively and Gafford.

[@COMMONFOLKMUSIC]

Dallas in 4

[@timothysullenger3465]

Dallas big men are the playing BIG in this series! This includes P.J and Jones Jr for the defense they're playing .

[@JungleFromHempstead-qv7kz]

5:19 Look how much confidence and trust Luka has in Kyrie …Kyrie is taking a 3 pointer 5 feet from the line and he(Luka) is walking away before the ball left Irving hands!! How you gone beat these guys??!!!

[@doomnarok]

I audibly gasped when Irving took that three from the damn logo.

[@draftmagicagain1000]

Dude is so talented! It’s really fun to watch. And then there’s Luka! And Edwards! And KAT! This series is so awesome. Us viewers are in for a treat

[@twinzl]

When talking about defense, everybody just kind of overlooks Mavs. They were #1 defense team in the last 20 games of regular season. Wolves were #7. Mavs are not the same team that they were at the start of the season. People do forget that.

[@No1Armadillo]

..... this team is so new, they really have not exploited everything they are capable of yet.... like, they have Gaff and D-Live practicing 3s !!! 😳😍

[@gemox3225]

I'm a Cleveland fan, but now that we've been eliminated, I'm rooting for Dallas because I like both Kyrie and Luka and I also like how their 2 bigs play.

[@HughMorristheJoker]

I was at the Cleveland v Dallas game in Cle late Feb when Struss won on a 60 ft 3 at the buzzer. Awesome game. Wanted to see that matchup in the finals.

[@elvisp9811]

Gobert shouldnt poke the bear lol

[@mockingbirdex3450]

If Lively plays his whole career with Luka, he too will be a HOFer.

[@HWZ_]

💯💯💯

[@pyrowastaken]

Can we talk about Gobert's constant moving screens

[@mrgjg]

That shot that Gafford made was craaaaazy! In a one point game it became necessary.

[@markv.m.9359]

I’ve been a Dallas casual so I’ve always thought about how Luka and Kyrie would’ve the front runners. But bruh, the other 3 on the court… those dudes are HUNGRY to win. That’s championship basketball

[@user-xh4le8fe2c]

Can't believe thats d defensive player of the year yet that the matchup Luka wants and rather anytime and anyway 😂😂😂😂

[@obitouzumaki9476]

4x Dpoy - Dancing Player of the year

[@jer-bearzy]

As a Mavs fan…surprised how surprised everyone is. “LUKA is playing out of his mind”, I hear this often and offensively he is slightly below average but defensively he is. For the rest of the league…keep doubting…i like it

[@jpvega1]

Love the breakdown. The biggest surprise to me is the mavs have not run away with either of the games. Mavs Broomwork. Mavs in 6 over Boston.

[@bobbycone2]

As a Dallas Mavericks fan for life it's not that surprising to me because I know how good this team is. However, I also know how good the Timberwolves are so the Mavs can't let up. I'll be there in person tonight and for Game 4 on Tuesday and I hope to see another couple of Ws!

[@Jesus-bs5fl]

They really put a target on Gobert's back naming him DPOY

[@HumpRx]

The vision of Luka and Kyrie is just next level. The court vision they both have makes the offensive numbers Gafford and Lively have inflated. Don't get me wrong they are both playing awesome, but it helps when you have two of the best point guards in the league knowing when to pass and when to shoot. If you notice kidd will sub out Luka or Kyrie, but they will never both be out at the same time.

[@HughMorristheJoker]

Kidd is doing an excellent job

[@draftmagicagain1000]

Must be a coaches dream. Two all time elite offensive ball handlers and playmakers on the same team. Never have to worry bout having offense disappear at random points Thru the game

[@jtexman24]

Most surprising is their mental maturity and how they’ve gelled since the trade. JKidd and Kryie’s attitude in the big game / big series is having a stabilizing influence here I think Mavs in 5 over Minnesota. It’s just a terrible matchup for the Wolves. They have no answer. I could still see Minnesota winning it, but I don’t think they will. Mavs are too poised, too versatile… and now they have the defense too. Nobody in the league wants to play them right now. Hard to call the champ this year, but I’ll say Mavs over Celtics in an epic Game 7 with Kyrie hitting the winning shot.

[@dannykrise9721]

I'm just gonna leave this here in case you're right lol

[@electropyro1899]

@@dannykrise9721same…a kyrie game winner in the garden…for the chip…

[@jtexman24]

@@dannykrise9721 well, I called the Wolves right… but I might have overestimated their abilities slightly against the Celtics 😊

[@brantleybeast]

This is a great video

[@landon4278]

People underestimating the fact that Alex Jensen, the former Utah Jazz assistant coach that pretty much built Rudy Gobert is on Dallas' bench.

[@Red4350]

No way lol

[@kokopeds8588]

Tyson chandler teaching lively n gaffird. pretty obvious, those are Tyson's bread n butter plays.

[@draftmagicagain1000]

Teamwork!

[@hairlokk8672]

Mavs so calm. Down 18, no rush, just chip away little by little. I werent even nervous when they were down 2 with 13 sec to go

[@pb1709]

The edge is all in the experience at this level Luka and Kyrie gained either in Europe or in the NBA. They clearly outclass their counterparts in decision making in clutch moments Mavs in 4

[@saschk9917]

Bosten vs Dalles - das wär schon geil...

[@raybradley4939]

Very well put

[@mikecushing7276]

Excellent video enjoyed his breakdown

[@TheRealSlobo]

My bulls casually let go of DJJ and Gafford

[@No1Armadillo]

Thank youuuuuu!!!🥰

[@blytheskrieg]

Watched the video, didnt hear which rules the mavs broke and why the nba hates it

[@cuzmariosaidso]

Jamal Crawford called it

[@noexit7089]

Thank you...the best analyst 👍

[@TXprimeFishing13]

MAVS about to show Boston how we do things in TEXAS 💪🏼💪🏾

[@cloudunderweather9554]

There are a lot of surprises for me. 1) Kyrie has been more selective with when he wants to attack he isnt relentless on offense all the time. And he KNOWS it too, that the 4th quarter is his time. Game 2 he literally said "4th quarter" to luka after a 3. He know this is when his game is scariest. 2) Surprisingly, the most important defensive players have been luka and kyrie. They are not nearly the best defenders on the team, but these two are the biggest communicators, the most consistent helpers, close out defenders, and they rarely miss an assignment. Don't believe me? Look at what how they operate in both the gaps on defense. I never would have thought I'd see the day I'd say that about one of them let alone both 3) Derrick lively. He's been the best rookie in the playoffs. Who would have thought that on draft night. 4) Many things modern day basketball is telling you is bad or outdated, have been some of the maverick's biggest weapons. The mid range, traditional centers, isolation basketball, the mavs have taken them and reminded people these are still viable weapons.

[@kennethdias9988]

Rudy hit both Luka and Kyrie in the face in this game no fouls called

[@kingshearer2]

that would explain why Luka hurled abuse at him after the spectacular 3 pointer

[@daroniousmaximus]

When they started hacking that Minnasota blitz with Luka's insane passes...it was beautiful to watch. When Wolves noticed it wasnt working stopped blitzing, Luka was already hitting 3's ... Kyrie too. This game was beautiful to watch. Teams are gonna be studying this matchup.

[@johnbavender9775]

The Timberwolves have a match up problem with the Mavericks. Connelly cannot defend against any of the Maverick's starters, he is just too small, and he is not skilled enough to stay on Kyrie. But the Timberwolves need him to be their point guard. Edwards is gassed just trying to defend Kyrie, I do not think he has adjusted his body to a 100 plus game schedule yet, there is no way he could play the point guard. McDaniels is not strong enough to guard Luka and keep him from getting to whatever place he wants to shoot from. Cobert cannot defend on the permitter at all, and he is a complete offensive bust. Towns also has a problem with making quick defensive decisions between helping in the lane and hustling out to the tree-point line. Reed seems to be a more agile big man and should start over Cobert. Edwards should be tried to defend against Luka, but he will even more gassed by the fourth quarter. The Timberwolves just do not have enough defenders.

[@HowardBianchi-bu3rt]

ANT (what a terrible handle) has been horrible on both ends, Gobert and Towns have huge weaknesses. Reid is their best all around player; must play more minutes. No minn. Player can guard Gafford or Lively.. There best defensive rating is based on playing low scoring games.

[@freebrix8149]

Not enough defenders is not the problem. The mavs making them pick their poison every time. Nothing is forced but when u got Luka and kyrie coming off PNR at the elbow with the shooters they have and the bigs that are great lob threats and not slouches on Defense. The spacing Dallas gets is the difference maker. Antman is not able to get that great of space

[@HughMorristheJoker]

I saw Edwards try to defend Luka a couple times. No chance.

[@wonpak4737]

Basketball IQ. Luka and Kyrie are steps ahead of the wolves.

[@jecapeca]

Rudy will never learn. Luka did EXACTLY THE SAME THING to him when they played for national teams.

[@julietasalomon5015]

The best thing that ever happen 😊how Kyrie and Luka

[@motherlesschild102]

Didn't pay attention to what Dallas did at the trade deadline-at least at the time. Lots of surprises-that they can take apart a team as athletic and defense minded as the T Wolves the biggest one for me.

[@penguinpog6674]

If Dallas come out how they did in the second half last game. THIS WILL BE A BLOWOUT 😊

[@OmaAlkebulan-grace]

Best One Two punch in basketball 🏀

[@sylvanscarborough735]

Crazy analysis

[@onlyfacts3178]

BARKLEY saying you cant make a jump pass...well unless you are LUKA

[@kennethward4985]

Barkley never threw any pass, biggest ball hog ever, he cost the Suns a Title.

[@matthieusaade3616]

Gobert and Mac Daniels were sooo stupid on that last play . Let Luka drive to the basket, y'all are 2 points ahead don't let him shoot a 3 .

[@bhawk8791]

MffL since 94. Ref gonna try to take from us tonight we ready!

[@Nice-sm5hr]

It’s gonna be a bloodbath with the officiating from here on out 😬

[@bhawk8791]

@@Nice-sm5hr I think we got to go full throttle. Do not leave it in thier hands. PJ and D55 gotta hit those open looks. We get too many open looks. Also I think if we can attack The bigs and get them in foul trouble. Enjoy the game channel. Time to get Lucas some rest two more games. Week rest

[@daroniousmaximus]

I was scared at first with the time theyve been giving Hardy in such an important series... he has made some major rookie mistakes...but I know the Mavs want him to gain confidence if they invest in him. Hardy having the chance to play with Kyrie and Luka, I can't see him not eventually figuring it out and becoming that guy! His handles and athleticism are great. His being able to finish at the rim and make last minute decisions is where he's been messing up... but I've seen him already adjusting, and throwing up a couple of nice lobs and dishing out instead of fully committig to the rim expecting fouls.

[@jd2616]

It amazes me how much a jump shooter can shuffle his feet before he shoots while the refs just signal threeeeeee!

[@BelieverStarcraft]

Its crazy dallas has two guys that can just flip a switch and score at will

[@GODIAM-sy9qb]

Most suprising: 1. Media campaign on Luka. 2. D Live's learning on the go and embracing his role&potential.

[@jimmuncy5636]

Guess what, NBA? Dallas, Texas has a basketball team that you're going to have work very, very hard to eliminate. I'm a lifetime Mavs fan so I love it, but it surprised me. Those trades were magic, a tonic for this team, just what they needed and more. You really can't expect such a good turn of events or even ask for one. Luka's abilities, too, finally hit me with force: Hey, this kid has skills, amazing skills. He can do anything. (And he's doing it now on one leg.) I don't think they've reached their peak. They, like a storm, are still forming; I don't know what they might become. But, as always, Fate will start in with her tricks sooner or later: Good luck never lasts for long. Nonetheless, it's a joy to watch your team finally hit some pay dirt, at least so far. (If the Timberwolves start playing defense like they did against Denver, they could win the series, but they seem gassed and in disarray, which, of course, they could theoretically fix.) Talk later.

[@douglasburrell9437]

If Pj keeps playing the way been playing they are good!

[@daroniousmaximus]

My biggest surprise this playoffs has been the games where both Luka and Kyrie have bad to mediocre games... but we still pulloff wins with our roleplayers stepping up getting 20 plus points!! Mav in 4. Clean sweep.

[@justinekyle28]

let's goooooo Mavs

[@Theak47forall]

Lob City Mavs fueled by the almighty Lukai saiyan fuse !!!!

[@anthonyteichroeb917]

To mount a comback like that and put them in a 2-0 hole.. on the road? thats a mountain that Min has to climb.

[@Ornitorrincopozolero]

Lika gonna get his big men PAID

[@ericgreen6466]

Luka Magic

[@YtGgh-by6ro]

All around team

[@RobertoHernandez-bz2hh]

The best thing that happen to the Mavericks was the Maxi Kebler injury because this stop Jason Kid to continues to go the the small ball non sense with Kebler at the center position.

[@AntonioSandoval-ql7ge]

Next game it's over Dallas 108 Minnesota 96 that's my prediction forgive me if I'm wrong ty

[@cryptopep1498]

I would assume mavs would’ve had trouble with gobert + Towns with lob dunks .. that being said if mavs play Celtics who does Celtics have that is going to disrupt the lob/dunks ?? Gafford + Lively take turns and always have a lot of energy 20+ points is crucial . Al horford ?? KP has to come back but it’s going to be bbq chicken holiday will try his best on Luka but Luka always does really good against the best defenders regardless big or small ?? Celtics fans please give me some of your feedback down low ?? Thank you no hate plz my perspective

[@OwskiiiGaming]

Holiday and white are to small for Luka they’d just be in the post, Jaylen brown nor Tatum are better defenders than mcdaniels and even he can’t do nothing with Luka in the p&r. Bro is just a wizard and best playmaker in the league.

[@stuntmandaniels3323]

Luka is doing what he supposed to do.. the lob stuff etc this was what made harden scary.. Luka is doing the same but upping production in playoffs.. lobs passing.. shit over now… ppl hitting shots roll man dives .. aslong as ppl hitting shots they not gonna lose… I mean it took Houston to miss 27 str8 3s too take an L lol imagine if they hit 2 they win..

[@robbynkurnia5131]

@@stuntmandaniels3323 agree man, harden houston just have 1 legit center in capella and their wings just competent in shoot 3s. mavs make a different play with their wings with all can shoot 3s and play in the paint, with 2 solid center and 2 solid PG mavs gonna be better than harden houston era.

[@acox3530]

jason kidd is a legit coach

[@jzam3220]

I’ve never been more outraged before in my life

[@daroniousmaximus]

First half was alost all because of unforced errors. PJ was horrendous on both ends first half (others too, but he stood out the most).

[@VisionsofBall]

Celtics vs Mavs finals will literally feed families

[@lightbeforethetunnel]

Ah, i thought this would be a video covering the illegal screens they set for Luka... similar to GSW and their illegal screens. The NBA allows stuff like this for certain teams because it's sports entertainment and they have financial interests. They'd lose millions if MN made the finals instead of Dallas.

[@FtwSportsHovel]

1. Gobert sets the same moving screen 2. Have had to hear every talking head annoint ANT as next Jordan 3. No call. No foul.

[@JungleFromHempstead-qv7kz]

Big S/O to Luka he doing the damn thing …damn near unstoppable but if this was the TWolves vs. a Irving less Mavs …Dallas had no chance

[@erix1971]

I always thought of Dallas as a“dark horse“ in the race to the championship… especially after the trades and looking at the last quarter of the season…so if Boston has to play without Kristaps in the finals - I think it could be title number two for the Mavs.

[@msx701]

Mav vs Nugget series would of been great. Obviously Nuggets chocked and can watch at home.

[@EnemyDestroyerNumber1]

Anthony Edwards cant hang to Kyrie Irving is what surprises me.

[@ihaveyourcrayola]

Mavs are the most complete team left in the playoffs.

[@user-li6ns2lk3z]

its simply mavs has more focus later in 3rd and 4th. wolves are used to having huge lead they thought it would demoralized other team and would get W. luka was euro champ/mvp and kyrie is nba champ. these 2 will not slow down in 3rd and 4th unless something unfortunate happens

[@TrevjuHurd]

that is OKC play they run it all the time with chet and jay will or chet and shai its crazyyy

[@Trizzer89]

Whats insane about that clip? When he carries and changes the direction of the ball 3 times before dribbling again

[@FOODTRIPOfficial]

dallas for the nba finals

[@johnnyaroman5246]

Big surprise is Luka playing hurt, putting all out there for his team… the way its looks Mavs seal this series at home… 4-0… they have to do it, so Luka can rest for the Finals

[@theo6348]

Luka & Kyrie boy

[@GODBLESSKELLHATEDLOVE]

Them boys like that ✋🏾😔

[@zigstra]

I thought DOPY means: dancing player of the year 😂