'25 Playoff Rotation Predictions: A Collaborative Deep Dive

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Grimes/PJ/Lively is easily the trio going forward that should see plenty of minutes together. 

Not even insulting Klay. Klay has been good in his role. He certainly helps in games where Luka/Kyrie missing. And allows to bring Luka's minutes down, if you wanna do that.

100% agree.  That trio gives you three levels of excellent defense around Luka and Kyrie.  If Grimes and PJ can hit threes, the Mavs are a title contender.  

Luka, Kai, Lively, PJ, Klay, Grimes, Naji are top 7

Gafford/Kleber are the 8th in the rotation depending on matchup and Kleber's health.  If Kleber gets hurt again, you could look for help at small ball center.
Exum/Hardy are the 9th in the rotation.  If Hardy doesn't improve and/or Exum is hurt, you could look for help at backup PG.