The Klay Thompson Mavs Look TERRIFYING...

[@KhabibNelson]

The Derrick Jones Glazing makes me laugh. The Mavs defense looked really good last night. Grimes and Naji more than make up for Jones. I’ll take Klay shooting over Jones any day of the week

[@xavierb9061]

Lol trash team. Let me know when playing a superstar

[@djkido316]

@@xavierb9061 The same trash team who trashed every team in the west last season now with more shooters they're going for the chip.

[@Nice-sm5hr]

@@xavierb9061 good trolling should have a grain of truth in it and not be totally absurd

[@xavierb9061]

@@djkido316 spurs trash..let me know when play ant shai etc, with no jones

[@andygossard4293]

Hmm Naji and Grimes seemed to have an empty stat sheet. Am I missing something? And on top we traded away our best athlete Josh Green. So, assessment wise, our starters are awesome, our bench is down a notch or two.

[@swhoshing6237]

My god, why is DJJ such a factor for everyone. He was one foot out of the NBA before Mavs signed him and he had the best season of his career because he was playing next to Luka and Kai and now all of a sudden every so called NBA yt creator is all high on him like losing him is some kind of big deal for the Mavs. It was after PJ and Gafford joined that the Mavs defense started to show, not because DJJ is some kind of irreplaceable piece.

[@calebmorales6288]

Facts. I’m a heat fan and he was fun but limited. But when you play with Luka, who cares about your limits. Haywood Highsmith would be a god with Luka

[@juniorcarmona323]

Big facts and we have a front office thats knows that

[@steviechampagne]

So many casuals talking like they ball. These people don’t even watch the games and want to speak on the Mavs

[@Smido83]

We are not "lacking" wing defenders... that was a false narrative in the 1st place. MARSHALL replaces JONES JR - GRIMES replaces GREEN - THOMPSON replaces THJ At this point creators like this guy here have to compare the players wrong on purpose.

[@IanOBrien-g7u]

I think the biggest addition to the Mavs, and what is being overlooked, is the ball handling. Obviously Luka and Kyrie can handle the ball, but now they have Klay, Grimes, Marshal, Hardy and even Lively has improved his handles. I know it is just one game, but I see a lot more players who can dribble and pass the rock than last year!

[@RudCh01]

22pts on two dribbles. Klassic Klay. His release is faster in slow motion than most in normal speed.

[@davelynch1228]

Luka gives plenty of effort on defense these days, lazy ass take bro

[@MG-yj6lo]

You know how these creators are, if its not their favorite team, they go by media narratives.

[@DanielLimbirdman]

The Mavs started with some rusty shooting, but they found their rhythm by the end. Their defense looked strong, but the biggest highlight was Klay getting off to a fantastic start. His shooting form is back, answering all the preseason struggles and doubts. What a relief!

[@flickfellas9424]

It’s that time of the year where every game is gonna get over analyzed

[@kbdc]

fr. if klay performs like shit in the next game, everyone's vid is gonna be "Did Dallas Make a Mistake?"

[@flickfellas9424]

@@kbdc FR I will bet my house on that happening. NBA regular season is one Of the most over analyzing shit, which is crazy because there are so many freaking games.

[@Jewbacabra]

Yeah but it's nice seeing Klay prove the haters wrong cuz all summer he's been getting shat on. Twitter is on his neck and it's been quiet since this past game lmao

[@jmsjolly05]

I know!! I freaking love it!!!

[@Sonnel_James]

Luka and Klay first game playing together and already having iconic moments together.. nothing but good signs for the Mavs!

[@MG-yj6lo]

DJJ is good but not that good. Would i have wanted him to stay? Of course. But the defense changed when PJ Gaff and Lively played after the trade deadline. And really its not the D that Mavs are gonna miss from DJJ, as Naji and Grimes can replicate that. Its his lob threat on the break and even on a set play.

[@Dariusproductions]

Exactly

[@jonathansilal2669]

That’s the one thing I do agree on, buf they do go through deadline spending where the team is, Nico thus far has made solid adjustments to the team when needed.

[@Jewbacabra]

Why is no one talking about Lukas and kais defense lol. All that shit they talked about luka being a traffic cone he was locked in

[@Nice-sm5hr]

It’s just a narrative now and ppl are dumb, Luka would have to win DPOY for idiots to stop saying that

[@Velveteenvision]

No one ever notices the things Kyrie does.

[@derpherbert3199]

Luka even broke up a Wemby lob attempt at some point. Defense is so much more than athletic ability, size and wingspan. The Mavs interchangeability on defense is a true gift of a routine established off of whoever was helping DJJ's point of attack defense; now it's up to PJ, Naji, Klay, Maxi and hopefully Hardy to establish themselves in their defensive roles, Gafford and Lively are on their own levels imo. I'm still kinda grumpy when Ky or Luka have to defend 3s or get switched on to shooting big men like KAT & KP, no matter what they'll get shot over

[@Musso8771]

Luka broke the lob up and then the one time wmby tried to post him up Luka stole the ball. For such a terrible defender he seems to regularly make plays.

[@cheap272]

Because he also looked good in the west playoffs last year on defense until he got to the finals and he started sitting on the floor crying to the refs again instead of getting back on defense

[@darkvader2024]

Am I the only one who feels like Klay and Kyrie are going to average like 25-27 mins each, and allow for these other defensive guys to get minutes. Naji might avg 20 mins and Quitin Grimes and Maxi like 15mins. It works in a way because theres a lot of time for different lineups. But also, I think moreso Klay playing under 30mins makes sense. He can get enough shots up in 25mins. And he doesnt get worn out in the regular season when theres depth.

[@Jewbacabra]

Yeah well Klay or Kai don't have to play 30+. They are so deep. Spencer dinwiddie is like 8th man now lmao. It's good so they can rest since they are the older guys on the team currently

[@Jewbacabra]

Once naji and Grimes get comfortable and find their role it's about to look scary. Kai and Luka played ehhh in their first game now imagine when Luka and Kai are spazzing. It's GGs for anyone they facing

[@Sled27don]

@@Jewbacabracrazy how dinwiddie only came on during garbage time 😂😂 they fr deep

[@Velveteenvision]

All I know is Kyrie’s ppg will probably drop by like 5-10 points this season because of the addition of Klay. All the passes go to Klay now.

[@정민영-b1c]

@@Velveteenvisionpasses go to whoever is cooking. Kyrie can go get his own.

[@TheMockedy]

Djj was replaced my Naji. Defense wash, but added play making. Klay replaced THJ! That's both a defence and offense win.

[@Velveteenvision]

Defense is needed. Not everyone needs to be a play maker.

[@Velveteenvision]

Klay isn’t going to keep up with the level of defense for 82 games + post season

[@NoWayBro88]

Between Grimes, Marshall, PJ, and the 2 centers, I think the defense will be alright...

[@정민영-b1c]

Plus defenders: Naji, Grimes, PJ, Gafford, Lively, Maxi, Exum Defense is solid! 😂

[@Velveteenvision]

Hope you’re right, I just don’t see the new guys as great defenders. The Mavs need at least 1 elite defender. Right now it’s just average.

[@kaiskajani5305]

Luka is winning mvp no doubt

[@destinsuggs5265]

Dawg PJ was easily the best defender last years for the Mav’s so I have no idea why you didn’t factor him into “guarding Kevin Durant”. He started the game on the Alien and helped hold him to one of his worst games.

[@Velveteenvision]

PJ and DJJ together made the defense so strong.

[@OCLProductionz]

This guy doesnt freaking know what he's talking about. This feels more like a hitpiece on the Mavs and Luka than factual basketball analysis. Like how can you still say Luka doesn't try on defense when that's what he did all game, does he need to turn into prime Tony Allen??

[@brandonsanford1766]

How come every year at the beginning of the season people call the lakers “contenders” the very fact you just mentioned the lakers with “contenders” is laughably cringe.

[@moses9647]

As a Mavs fan im trying not to get toooo excited but man it looked good. Not only was having Klau a breath of fresh air but there was a lot more diversity in the offense as a whole (which may have been impacted by having Klay). Yes, Klay will have some duds at some point. But I also wouldnt be surprised if he had a 25 point quarter type of game. Its just something we havent had in a third option for a very long time.

[@seppuku404]

Mavs and Lakers look hella scary right now and it's still the first week of the season. Can't wait to see how they will improve further.

[@ravendunlap8524]

People forget about PJAIL! Clamped everyone’s best player at the end of last season to get us that playoff seed.

[@calioumarx4289]

Clay Thomson is great defender too

[@5wisher5weet]

Lets go Mavs! Super deep. Best roster we have ever had

[@JoshHanes-p4c]

Still wild to me that we got klay over Tim hardaway for less money💀

[@ireqsavagevocaldinosaur5795]

Naji and Grimes will hold down the perimeter, they have good team defensive scheming because of Sweeney, and having twin headed athletic centers will help clean up some mistakes

[@teslamarleykingx1176]

Naji Nah G Marshall with the clamps

[@Velveteenvision]

Really?

[@michaelstephens169]

There much better than last year it’s pretty obvious.. playoff experience matters

[@krisharkleroad8]

Their defense is much better than you think. Luka is a small forward people. He played good defense last night. Kyrie is a really good defender. Lively and Gafford have the middle covered. They were one of the best defensive teams in the second half of the season.

[@TheMockedy]

Mavs so deep

[@zipo1039]

The thing about this team is you dont know who gona have a blast theyre all about teamwork!

[@systemlfo]

If you listened to people like this and ESPN, you would think that Irving is the Mavs no.1 player. They always mention Luka after Irving

[@Velveteenvision]

Are you kidding? No one ever talks about Kyrie. And it’ll be even less now. The team is Klay’s now. Luklay. So don’t worry Kyrie will fade into the background

[@systemlfo]

@@Velveteenvision - worried about what ?? What are you worried about ?? The truth ?? Every American commentator will mention Kyrie first then Luka (or maybe skip him), when talking about Mavs playmakers. Why would you do that, when Luka has been the PG 1st NBA team for the last 5 years ?? Luka obliterates Irvings assists averages as well. They're already talking up Tatum and SGA for MVP. Meanwhile, Luka will continue to break records

[@Velveteenvision]

@@systemlfoare you okay? Why are you giving me facts about Luka when I already know all of this? I never said anything against Luka 😂

[@Velveteenvision]

@@systemlfowhy are you even comparing Luka and Kyrie as if they’re opponents or something. Everyone knows Luka is better than Kyrie. If you think the media leaves Luka out when talking about the Mavs you should prepare for how much they will talk about how great Klay is from now on. Luka and Kyrie will get ignored by the media even more now with Klay being the main focus.

[@systemlfo]

@@Velveteenvision - Klay is just the current focus, after a few weeks it will be back to 'Irving and Luka'. Its by design, they are trying to deny Luka an MVP until it is overwhelmingly obvious that he deserves it. Meanwhile, expect commentators to talk up SGA and Tatum (even though Tatum isn't Celtics best player)

[@Ruen_hkzet]

TNT saying Mavs are bottom 6-8 seed made me laugh so much. They got better roster, loosing DJJ is nothing, Klay dont even have to be top Klay - he just have to make 3s which he does + being great offball player means he fits so well with Luka being one of the most ball dominant player and Kyrie who can do both playmaking or offball, whatever is required. After Celtic series most obvious part was missing good 3 point shooters. PJ had good series against OKC shooting wise, but Celtic just ignored him and it got rewarded. Starting 5 last season had 2 guys who could be ignored - both PJ and DJJ. Now only is PJ left and if hes 3 point shooting is going to improve then Mavs can be unstoppable, with almost no weakspots. In meantime, Denver got worse, Wolves also look worse without KAT, Clippers are worse without PG, OKC got actually better. So saying Mavs are one the worse teams while getting better and main contenders worse is so ridiculous.

[@Velveteenvision]

Losing djj is nothing? …

[@eyemunchained8968]

Warriors looking like world enders.

[@gorevarix4036]

Its the start of the season, give the Mavs time.

[@aaronroberts616]

This team going all the way

[@Velveteenvision]

The Klay Thompson Mavs? Tired of him being on the Mavs already. It became *his* team over night somehow. I feel like Kyrie will just get pushed out now that Klay and Luka are the new duo. 🙄🙄🙄

[@vitasonxbox7019]

Ain’t no way, that’s a trio right there

[@ye87]

The lakers aren’t championship contenders they would need so much ref help it would become glaring and if they do win i will be 100% convinced the nba is rigged

[@specsxx3167]

🥹 The new splash Brothers

[@Velveteenvision]

No, why do people want to use that nick name that was Klay and curry’s for over a decade. It’s disrespectful and corny

[@richi1235]

Will win the chiperooo this seas

[@AJ-zy9jf]

DJJ isn't relevant. Please learn basketball.

[@Velveteenvision]

Yes he is!!!!!

[@RickDanner]

celtics better more athletic all around

[@pjpj2639]

lol old

[@RP-fv1js]

So this is the 15th NBA team that looks terrifying this year. Oh my God everyone is terrifying. I am so scared. At least the Mavs are not a problem for the NBA yet. I’m sure that’s the next video.

[@my_other_side473]

Except MAVs is a team that just went to the Finals last season. So MAVS are really legit.

[@MG-yj6lo]

Well this team just went to the Finals and improved their roster. They should be better

[@OldmanCarlson0311]

I like Luca but any team counting on Kyrie as their 2nd best player is going to be disappointed in the long run. Everywhere he’s been, Kyrie ends up self destructing. Maybe he’s matured and realized he can’t pull the kind of stuff he has in the past, but I’ll need more than last season to convince me he’s turned the corner on all the theatrics and is going to focus on helping his team win consistently.

[@정민영-b1c]

Kyrie is such a stabilising force. On and off the court. Actually if Kyrie is your Robin that would be the best Robin in the NBA.

[@Velveteenvision]

Shut up

[@Velveteenvision]

You are living in the past. It’s hilarious how brainwashed you sound.

[@OldmanCarlson0311]

@@Velveteenvision It’s hilarious how you’re so quick to dismiss the past. Kyrie is a ticking time bomb. It’s just a matter of time before the crazy comes out and he makes another franchise regret they took a chance on him. Just ask Cleveland. Just ask Boston. Just ask New York.

[@OldmanCarlson0311]

@@정민영-b1c I don’t think you’re aware of all of Kyrie’s past antics. Is basketball a new sport you decided to follow just recently? Because you sound completely ignorant.