Andrew Schlecht, Jay King, and Tim Cato talk about the Celtics' Game 3 win, Luka fouling out, Jaylen Brown's performance, and the resilience of the Celtics without Porzingis. They discuss the challenges faced by Doncic against the Celtics' defense and missed opportunities for the Mavericks.
Luca Doncic fouling out impacted the game significantly, showing the importance of his presence on the court.
Dallas Mavericks faced challenges in finishing near the rim, highlighting the need for improvements in offensive efficiency.
Deep dives
The impact of Luca Doncic fouling out
Luca Doncic fouling out of the game with four minutes and 12 seconds left in the fourth quarter had a significant impact on the game. His fouls, especially the questionable fifth and crucial sixth foul, affected the course of the game. Despite being a vital offensive player for the Mavericks, his frustration fouls and defensive challenges put him in a tough position. This recurring issue warrants improvement for Luca to reach his full potential.
Struggles with finishing and coverage in the paint
Dallas Mavericks faced challenges in finishing near the rim, with a decrease in efficiency throughout the game, notably in the restricted area. Defensively, Jalen Brown's persistent coverage and physicality added to the pressure on Luca Doncic, leading to tired finishing performances. The Mavericks encountered difficulties in paint coverage, affecting their ability to convert opportunities and impacting their offensive rhythm.
Dallas Mavericks' broader perspective and potential improvements
The Mavericks' season, while successful to reach the finals, revealed areas for growth and enhancements within the team. Issues such as a lengthy rotation in crucial moments, reliance on few key players, and strategic decisions highlighted areas for development. Ensuring internal development, enhancing depth and strategic rotations, and addressing finishing challenges are key considerations for Dallas moving forward. Despite the disappointment in performance, the Mavericks have opportunities for growth and improvements on multiple fronts.
Andrew Schlecht, Jay King and Tim Cato discuss the Celtics Game 3 victory over the Mavericks. Luka fouls out, Jaylen Brown steps up, and the Celtics without Porzingis rise above the Mavs and proving their regular season resilience was a good learning experience.