04-22-2021, 02:31 PM
(04-22-2021, 02:21 PM)omahen Wrote: I actually agree Suns might be weaker opponent. They were lucky whole season with basically zero injuries. Clippers certainly have more gears they can turn on. But, I don't think they are that mighty. I think Mavs are biggest enemy to themselves. If they play as they showed they can in some stretches, they can win against anyone.
I am opposing this kind of calculations, because they never end well imho. You can make a lot of "effort" to finish 7th and then Kawhi/George injure themselves in last game of the season leaving you as biggest loser. Or Suns just dominate being motivated "you" (as in Mavs in this hypothetical) thought they are the lesser opponent.
I think best way is just to give your best and come ready playoff time. No team is so much better that it would make a clear decision to avoid them.
Very noble approach. I agree about injuries and things you cant predict.
But i also guarantee, that Lebron is calculating, how and who he wants to play in a month. Best ones always do. If you watch sports long enough, its a fact. Teams who just give their best will finish like Utah will this year. And it will not be with a ring on their finger. I am 99% sure.