Game 36: HOU (21-10) @ DAL (12-23)

[Winter]

One of biggest question marks early was the play of Dlo. He almost had to be very good for this team to look good. Not only did he suck bad when he was on the floor, but Kidd wouldn't let him play into form. It really felt like Kidd wanted nothing to do with him.

I'm not sure what to make of the first 10-12 games, Nico getting fired, and playing without a PG. It's hard to know whether it was intent or fate. But it feels like most decisions about the future success of this team were determined early.