Game 67: Dallas Mavericks (38-28) vs. Oklahoma City Thunder (45-20)

[dirkfansince1998]

I don't agree. There were rebounds Gafford would have got. He would have altered shots or limited their attacks. Maxi was no good tonight or anytime recently. Not saying they would have won, but Maxi hasn't done anything recently to justify closing a game. Maxi can't even shoot now. He literally is no help right now other than he can guard on the perimeter.

OKC hit two big 3s with Gafford on the floor before he was replaced. One from the top of the key (Holmgren). One from the corner (Dort). Both probably Gafford's rotations.
Gafford was getting attacked in the pick and roll. Just as bad Kleber. SGA went right at him. Maybe he grabs an extra rebound but that's about it.
At least Kidd risked it and tried something different instead of running the same stuff that allowed the Thunder to create a double digit lead in the early 4th.