On October 17th, the Mavs played the Clippers in Canada; albeit, it was a pre-season game, but still; the good guys won.
Sure, PG13/Bev weren't playing, but every one else was. Luka wasn't playing like he is yet, neither was KP defending like he is now; nor were our shooters actually shooting well - like they are now.
In that game, Mavs shot 45% vs 36%; 38% 3pt vs 24%.
Offensively, the Mavs shadow over the clippers. Nothing to be scared of there.
It's the defense that worries me. In that same game, Clippers forced 30 turnovers, had 15 steals, and also had 42 pts in the paint.
Needless to say; this game will be physical and we have trouble in physical games this year, again.
If the 3 falls for us, we win this. If not, it could be a long night.
GO Mavs!
Sure, PG13/Bev weren't playing, but every one else was. Luka wasn't playing like he is yet, neither was KP defending like he is now; nor were our shooters actually shooting well - like they are now.
In that game, Mavs shot 45% vs 36%; 38% 3pt vs 24%.
Offensively, the Mavs shadow over the clippers. Nothing to be scared of there.
It's the defense that worries me. In that same game, Clippers forced 30 turnovers, had 15 steals, and also had 42 pts in the paint.
Needless to say; this game will be physical and we have trouble in physical games this year, again.
If the 3 falls for us, we win this. If not, it could be a long night.
GO Mavs!