I think what frustrates me is last night and the Orlando game is how both teams seemed similar in talent to us. The Mavs need to work so hard to get good shots when teams are really dialed in. On the other hand, teams seem to get to the bucket easily on us and get open shots. I am really hoping KP being out is a big factor in this. This team really needs a 4 who can get baskets. Easy buckets would be ideal. You really feel how limited our front court is when KP is out. The Mavs just lack that burst where they can run away from lesser talented teams. Teams like PHX can play with their food and then come last 6 minutes of a game go on a 15-4 run and put the game away. Dallas always seems like they are clawing all game long and then late in games is always an adventure with this team. Not sure if better players are needed....change in philosophy.. or internal growth...or something else. Just needs to change.
I was really worried about the offense with Hardaway out. Even with the Hardaway struggles. So far, I think the offense has been solid. They hit several rough spots last night. But the defense has looked pretty bad since Hardaway has been out. I am not saying this is due to Hardaway but I am just surprised how things have looked.
I was really worried about the offense with Hardaway out. Even with the Hardaway struggles. So far, I think the offense has been solid. They hit several rough spots last night. But the defense has looked pretty bad since Hardaway has been out. I am not saying this is due to Hardaway but I am just surprised how things have looked.