Playoffs 2024 - R2 - G5 - Mavs @ Thunder (Wed., 9:30PMEST)

[ChipotleWest]

No big deal to me. I care about the Mavericks being up 3-2 that's about it really.

[dirkules_41]

I've lost some respect for SGA this series. I mean he's great at everything, he doesn't need to use elbows and flops and get cheap fouls. But it's almost like, if the refs are going to be dumb enough to reward him for it, why wouldn't he.

The closest to 2006 Dwyane Wade I've seen since 2006 Dwyane Wade. A disgusting flop show, that I wasn't really aware of from watching mostly his highlights.

[daoneandonly]

Other explanation is that Archx is sending him sms and bullying him how fat he's. Whichever is, it works. But unfortunately we won't get whining after this game, so game 6 is in a big danger.

Maybe they should start making fun of Kyrie. Maybe it will have the same effect .
And Green should have a triple-double every game if he reads daoneandonly's comments.

I don't believe anything could boosted Josh's performance much, Kyrie on the other can play a lot better, but for some reason he's untouchable at the moment.

I have a feeling that OKC's coach will gave Kyrie better chance in game 6, Luka just has to start game well and we will see double teams and traps and then it will be on Kyrie.

I gave Josh his "flowers" as the kids say when he deserved some, he hasnt earned any since. He is what he is, and giving him the extension rather than just let his play and market dictate his value was a mistake.

[Bob8]

Maybe they should start making fun of Kyrie. Maybe it will have the same effect .
And Green should have a triple-double every game if he reads daoneandonly's comments.

I don't believe anything could boosted Josh's performance much, Kyrie on the other can play a lot better, but for some reason he's untouchable at the moment.

I have a feeling that OKC's coach will gave Kyrie better chance in game 6, Luka just has to start game well and we will see double teams and traps and then it will be on Kyrie.

I gave Josh his "flowers" as the kids say when he deserved some, he hasnt earned any since. He is what he is, and giving him the extension rather than just let his play and market dictate his value was a mistake.

Josh's biggest problem is that he was drafted as defensive specialist, but unfortunately he can't defend anyone.

[Archx]

Good. Hope it continues like that in G6.

Mavericks co-star Kyrie Irving and Kidd have both had discussions with Doncic about not getting distracted by his frustration with not getting foul calls he believes he deserves. Irving has emphasized to Doncic that the Mavericks are at their best when the MVP finalist focuses on "the bigger picture" instead of stressing about whistles that don't go his way.

[BeiBeau]

Good. Hope it continues like that in G6.

Mavericks co-star Kyrie Irving and Kidd have both had discussions with Doncic about not getting distracted by his frustration with not getting foul calls he believes he deserves. Irving has emphasized to Doncic that the Mavericks are at their best when the MVP finalist focuses on "the bigger picture" instead of stressing about whistles that don't go his way.

Kyrie 13-0 in close out games let’s keep it going.

[ChipotleWest]

Hey guys watch this his plan is working although he said in 5 just a slight delay.

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[dygaction]

Mavs need to make sure to close out game 6 so that they can have longer, much needed rest before WCF than whoever coming out.

[HMFFL]

Lively making his free throws was a nice positive to see. I could see the confidence in him after each make and the excitement by his teammates. We hit with this young man and he's adjusted quickly with us.

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[HMFFL]

Mavs need to make sure to close out game 6 so that they can have longer, much needed rest before WCF than whoever coming out.

Ideally, that would be nice, but it's tough to trust this team. I actually believe this might be our most difficult test yet. Denver's players outside of Jokic and Murray have been very inconsistent. I like our chances against Minnesota due to Luna/Irving.

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[Teffer10]

Mavs need to make sure to close out game 6 so that they can have longer, much needed rest before WCF than whoever coming out.

That's why game 4 was so important to win.
Less games is less strain physically and lowers the risk for injury.

[Bob8]

Mavs need to make sure to close out game 6 so that they can have longer, much needed rest before WCF than whoever coming out.

That's why game 4 was so important to win.
Less games is less strain physically and lowers the risk for injury.

To be honest we don't know what would have happened in game 5, if we had won game 4.

[Teffer10]

Maybe they should start making fun of Kyrie. Maybe it will have the same effect .
And Green should have a triple-double every game if he reads daoneandonly's comments.

I don't believe anything could boosted Josh's performance much, Kyrie on the other can play a lot better, but for some reason he's untouchable at the moment.

I have a feeling that OKC's coach will gave Kyrie better chance in game 6, Luka just has to start game well and we will see double teams and traps and then it will be on Kyrie.

I gave Josh his "flowers" as the kids say when he deserved some, he hasnt earned any since. He is what he is, and giving him the extension rather than just let his play and market dictate his value was a mistake.

Signing him to the extension was clearly a knee-jerk reaction after losing Brunson for nothing.

I didnt fault Donnie for drafting him because he seemed to be the perfect backcourt mate for Luka on paper at the time.

I think people forget how highly touted he was as a defender/playmaker 5 star recruit for Arizona.

Personally, I wasn't impressed at the college level as Arizona was a huge disapointment in the big tournament and Green didnt do squat. That should have raised red flags from the beginning.

I was actually pissed the Mavs didnt select Bey when he was there and they passed. Not sure he would have done much better.

I think it is safe to say Green's glory days were in HS. One of those guys who relied on athleticism to dominate. I still dont mind him on the team in a limited role if he made the same as Powell, but signing the extension has put this team in a tough spot because they basically have that same player in Lawson at the appropriate price.

[hagredionis]

I just checked the defrtg numbers for the playoffs and Luka is the third best after Lively and DJJ. Just sayin'.

[daoneandonly]

I don't believe anything could boosted Josh's performance much, Kyrie on the other can play a lot better, but for some reason he's untouchable at the moment.

I have a feeling that OKC's coach will gave Kyrie better chance in game 6, Luka just has to start game well and we will see double teams and traps and then it will be on Kyrie.

I gave Josh his "flowers" as the kids say when he deserved some, he hasnt earned any since. He is what he is, and giving him the extension rather than just let his play and market dictate his value was a mistake.

Signing him to the extension was clearly a knee-jerk reaction after losing Brunson for nothing.

I didnt fault Donnie for drafting him because he seemed to be the perfect backcourt mate for Luka on paper at the time.

I think people forget how highly touted he was as a defender/playmaker 5 star recruit for Arizona.

Personally, I wasn't impressed at the college level as Arizona was a huge disapointment in the big tournament and Green didnt do squat. That should have raised red flags from the beginning.

I was actually pissed the Mavs didnt select Bey when he was there and they passed. Not sure he would have done much better.

I think it is safe to say Green's glory days were in HS. One of those guys who relied on athleticism to dominate. I still dont mind him on the team in a limited role if he made the same as Powell, but signing the extension has put this team in a tough spot because they basically have that same player in Lawson at the appropriate price.

Yea but the diff here is Josh would not have been a URFA, he'd be restricted. So really cant excuse them on that one