03-17-2026, 08:55 AM
(03-17-2026, 08:16 AM)Chicagojk Wrote: It is weird watching the Mavs and hoping to lose. They have some really good moments and I think they are going to be too competent to tank the rest of the season. Then they have these just awful few minutes. It happens two or three times a game. It is not just one or two lineup configurations. I also don't think Kidd is trying to tank games. It just happens. Maybe that is just the definition of a bad team, but it is pretty remarkable how it pops up almost every game.
The defense was really bad last night. Playing without a big is certainly a factor but several guys have really dropped down a level or two on defense this year.
Well, the guys aren't stupid. Some have extensions in hand and don't have to worry about working next season while some are looking for the next contract, but don't want to get hurt in the process. There is still pride in their play, but, overall, I bet the team just wants it to be over.
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