The Dallas Mavericks are HEATING Up…

[@Velveteenvision]

Yeah Kyrie missed 1 out of 6 free throws in the Heat game. The missed one just came at the wrong time. But he was playing sick in that game too, so I’m giving him a little pass since he’s been elite so far this season. He redeemed himself when he came alive in the 4th quarter in the hawks game even tho he had the flu

[@MrThankman360]

The Luka slander after the way Luka performed last year is insane. Dude has to always perform perfectly or folks throw him under the bus so quick. That’ll change when he comes back and starts killing it again.

[@BIGGIECHEESE31]

He is one of the best players itw. High standarts are normal, and he plays so poorly

[@bigred9991]

Its funny, I don't see no one saying Kyrie should pass the ball more now that Luka isn't here. People say Luka shoots to much but are quiet when Kyrie is averaging damn near 30 shots a game without Luka. This team is a play-in or miss playoffs all together without Luka and with they're true championship contenders.

[@Velveteenvision]

@@bigred9991why is it always Luka vs Kyrie it’s so weird. They call each other brothers and for some reason this Mavs fan base is constantly comparing them and trying to prove who is better who is worse etc. it annoys me so much. The only reason Kyrie is taking more shots right now is because Luka is gone by the way. He was averaging 17 ppg when Luka was playing, and Luka was at 23 ppg. Kyrie takes A LOT less when Luka plays, which is fine.. he knows this team is Luka’s

[@supertrouperJC02]

It's more about effort than performance. You miss some shots, ok fine you'll get it back. You stand around and watch as you lose the game to a layup and don't contest the shot, meanwhile you complain every time down the floor because you want a foul every play, that's not acceptable from the star of the team trying to carry them to the finals.

[@Velveteenvision]

@@bigred9991 I just checked Kyrie’s ppg for the last 4 games without Luka and he took 18, 19, 21 and 28. When Luka was playing he took 11 vs pelicans, 15 spurs, 13 Warriors, 22 nuggets (the 40pt game), 17 pts suns. I could go on but I think you see that he is not averaging nearly 30 shots per game. He’s only taken close to 30 once and that was yesterday’s game without Luka. So tell me how is he a ball hog? I always see him getting his teammates involved.

[@Nix-qq5je]

You can't leave Klay open even if he's 0/10. That is why the Mavs signed him

[@iamchaunceman]

His spacing is noticeable to anyone who’s followed the Mavs. I love him on this team, I expect him to start going off. Hes always started slow, even in GS

[@Nix-qq5je]

@iamchaunceman i think he's just saving himself for later on. in the meantime, naji should start over klay temporarily

[@Ctekee100]

@@Nix-qq5jenaji shoild start over pj you shouldnt lose spacing for temporary production

[@DebasedAnon]

Imo Luka is the X factor this year. We've seen what we were hoping for, Naji is great and a big improvement over DJJ, Grimes is an improvement over Green and Klay, although having a rough start, is still a big improvement over THJ even at the worst of times. If Luka can play to the level he played last year I think the only threats they have are OKC and Boston and they seem to have OKC's number.

[@darkvader2024]

hundred percent - not only how well he plays but also how well he can play alongsidee eeveryone else

[@Jomiloju-xw6wg]

@@darkvader2024 very important, if he learns how to optimize this team there is no one we can't beat

[@Thawk126]

He has 5 consecutive seasons, over that span averaging 30-9-9. I have no concerns about Luka as long as he’s healthy

[@rila888]

literally if klay is not shooting well he is doing all types of things on the floor that thj could never do

[@Lemonpepperwett]

I'm not sure...... Luka could be the goat but needs to at least put some effort on the defensive end and play a little off ball there's so much offensive talent on this team. He should not be dominating the ball that much

[@RokStembergar]

I feel like there could exist a reality where Mavs could play like this, the majority of games. And when needed, you could bring in well rested, healthy, team killer in Doncic, a father of many sons, to make it absolutely sure, you are not losing that one 😅 Make Doncic THE bench player! :D😂

[@iamchaunceman]

Don’t sleep of Klay, if you’ve watched him you’d see him playing crazy d and being very passive if better shots are available. Hes using his spacing, that’s why he’s valuable. He always starts slow, even during his prime. It will come, later as expected due to adjusting to a new system. Hopefully when Luka is healthy, Klay is back, and Naji is MIP, we can get revenge on Boston. I see it playing out perfectly.

[@TrueCarbon]

I agree Klay is fine he doesn’t have to be spectacular mavs have a lot of pieces 13 ppg is good on this team

[@yazpatel1762]

luka we need you bonce back soon

[@jonathansilal2669]

I need them to get 1 more wing, and during the buyout market see if any guard available.

[@cvance37]

Mavs are a Derrick White type player away from being NBA Champs.

[@latinthriller4121]

They will ALWAYS need to build around him but HES THE PROBLEM. U KNO HOW MANY TIMES THEY CHANGED PLAYERS AROUND HIM. ITS A WASTE OF TIME. TRADE HIM FOR GIANNIS.

[@jonathansilal2669]

@@cvance37 I agree their Jrue is Klay, but he needs to play better, if they can get that kinda guy they will be even better.

[@jonathansilal2669]

@@latinthriller4121 I wouldn't say that it's a cohesion thing, last season they had the best cohesion outside the Celtics.

[@PeterWilson-c3u]

@@jonathansilal2669 Luka MUST win. Klay's legacy is cemented. People have made up their minds how they feel about Kyrie. Tatum/Jokic/Giannis have their rings. The media will soon turn on Luka if he doesn't win

[@dejopa_el_loquillo]

Keep it up

[@backyardbuckets829]

Yessir

[@fabienduquesne329]

Luka did not play in the Olumpics. Slovenia did not qualify

[@latinthriller4121]

GIANNIS FOR LUKA OR LUKA AND CLAY OFF THE BENCH, TRADE SPENCER HES INCONSISTENT

[@RoYalWChZ83]

😂😂😂

[@joshhutchins6747]

What's the trade market for Spencer Dinwiddie? A bag of chips?

[@nastyjag9767]

MFFL💙🤞🏽

[@shelohbuyante378]

If luka couldn't play defense he's letting his team down. Better bench him shame on him he's paid a lot of money but didn't have enough stamina to guard he'll be a generational talent with no ring at the of his career. Just practicing 😂

[@ashamsthomas6026]

Luka didn't play in the Olympics...Slovenia didn't qualify. do some research

[@LateOctober]

I thought he played in the qualifiers

[@alexy5611]

He participated in the qualifiers which kinda counts as related to the Olympics I guess

[@dpend]

Confidently wrong 😂 always a good approach

[@latinthriller4121]

LUKA=HARDEN TRADE HIS FOR GIANNIS MAVS WILL NEVER BE CHAMPIONS W HIS STYLE OF PLAY

[@tiromotsomane950]

​​@@latinthriller4121 no one will listen to you if you keep shouting

[@iguesss]

They are good without Luka cuz everyone can contribute to offense without it needing a Luka assist prerequisite.. they’ll struggle once he returns w the 4v5 defense

[@Liverpool-wi4lb]

The mavs literally reached the finals last year, yall gotta stop acting like Luka suddenly became that horrible liability

[@TheRealMoCY]

​@@Liverpool-wi4lbthey slow mane

[@sr16gotheextramile51]

Slow down man, Luka might have short comings but without him Mavs won't be successful.

[@cpluengo2010]

Mark your words...I'll come back here for the laughs

[@TheRealMoCY]

@@cpluengo2010 bet