05-05-2022, 10:52 AM
I don't think there's anything more we can do on defense. I'm more concerned about the offense. CP3 and Booker are rarely tested on defense aside from when they are switched onto Luka but that is maybe only a handful of possessions all game. When you have an offense that is 1 on 5, that allows them to stand there and rest to be fresh on offense. Booker is not known for defense but even when Brunson tried to attack him, he easily guarded him.
The Mavs 5-out offense ends up being a big weakness against this team because no one else is a legitimate shot creator. I know centers without 3-pt range aren't ideal for this offense but even someone like Nurkic who has some skills inside and can score the ball + rebound would make a huge difference (see Valenciunas for the Pelicans in round 1 or Zubac vs. the Suns last year)
The Mavs 5-out offense ends up being a big weakness against this team because no one else is a legitimate shot creator. I know centers without 3-pt range aren't ideal for this offense but even someone like Nurkic who has some skills inside and can score the ball + rebound would make a huge difference (see Valenciunas for the Pelicans in round 1 or Zubac vs. the Suns last year)