Will Dallas take care of GSW for us?

by mp on Apr 14, 2007 10:22 AM PDT

Who do the Mavs want Round 1?

As Matt Pinto said last night, team psychology must also be considered at this time of year.

Dallas hosts Golden State this week. Do they go all out in an effort to establish that they are the better team? Or do they keep it close to the vest in case the Warriors are their playoff opponent?

Also, perhaps the Mavs, who have struggled against Nellie and the Dubs recently, would prefer to play LAC in the first round, thereby putting a pounding on Golden State.

On the other hand, could it be that a defensive minded team like the Clippers pose a greater danger than a vertically challenged bunch of chuckers like the Oaktown gang?

This could have implications on our hopes for the playoffs.

Of course, maybe the Kobettes drop their remaining two vs. SEA and SAC, and we both get in. I would love to have that 7th seed vs. PHX.

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Wishful/Practical

I admit to thinking the same thing on the way home from the game. If there is one team that would want to play one game to try to keep out another team its Dallas and Golden State. The head-to-head results, lingering Nellie feelings.

I was able to make up many reasons why if I was Dallas I would try hard in that game.

But was it wishful thinking, or practical thinking? I can't decide.

by John R on Apr 14, 2007 4:38 PM PDT reply actions

Haha

You can say what you want about the Warriors, but at least they didn't choke and lose to the Kings... AT HOME with a bunch of 2nd stringers playing in the 4th. Face it, the Clippers don't deserve to make the playoffs, and they will beat the Mavericks tomorrow no doubt... sorry guys.

by paperclips on Apr 16, 2007 9:05 PM PDT reply actions