The chapter analyzes a playoff game between the Wolves and the Mavericks, focusing on defensive strategies, offensive performances of key players like Luca and Kyrie, and the impressive defensive transformation of the Mavericks. It highlights the Mavericks' resilience, shot selection, defensive coverage, and player performance under pressure, contrasting it with the struggling offensive performance of the Timberwolves.
Zach and Kirk Goldsberry discuss the Mavericks win in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals, how both Dallas and Minnesota might adjust in Game 2, the All-NBA results, Cleveland firing JB Bickerstaff and what comes next for Donovan Mitchell, quick Pacers-Celtics takes, and Kirk's new book "Hoop Atlas."
Dallas grinds out Game 1 in Minnesota (2:17)
Kyrie Irving has been amazing for Dallas (15:52)
Derrick Lively was a homerun pick by the Mavs (24:10)
All-NBA Teams announced (39:17)
JB Bickerstaff out in Cleveland (53:35)
Pacers-Celtics (1:00:08)
Hoop Atlas (1:10:09)
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