05-20-2024, 07:38 AM
(05-20-2024, 06:31 AM)HoosierDaddyKid Wrote: The key to this series will be Minnesota's defense. They didn't play particularly well in game 7 on Sunday, but their defense in the 2nd half won them the game. Dallas can't turn the ball over. They thrive on them. And PJ, THJ, Green, and DJJ have to keep them honest by continuing to make shots, because of they're size, the matchups are different. Both will hunt mismatches as they both switch on defense. Rebounding will also be key, because the Wolves are good on the offensive boards. Bench play will decide this series IMO.
Probably this post is as close as I get to any analysis.
I would add that Minnie seems to have to be coaxed to play hard defense. They don't do it naturally. But really, I don't see many advantages for the Mavs. Luka may be the best weapon we have.