The 3 things that must happen for Luka Doncic to win his first NBA championship
Dallas Mavericks comes in as one of the favorites to win the 2024/25 season: we analyze their options
The Dallas Mavericks reached the NBA Finals in 2024, and their goal for the upcoming 2024/25 season is to win the championship. As the season is about to start, we analyze the chances of Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, and Klay Thompson to succeed. There will be three key factors, all related to the offense and ensuring the team functions equally well defensively. Everything is built on the fact that Luka is currently, if not the best, one of the top 3 players in the league, being the most disruptive offensively against opponents.
1. Maintain Stability with Kyrie Irving
The Dallas Mavericks made a significant leap forward thanks to their defensive intensity and other details, but they wouldn't have made it to the Finals without the talent of Kyrie Irving. He contributed significantly on the offensive end during Luka's rest periods, providing active rest for the Slovenian and easing the pressure off other defenders who also had to watch out for Kyrie. He doesn't need to do more; they just need him to perform at least as well as last year (and also to overcome his fear of the TD Garden).
2. Continue Dereck Lively's Development
With Dereck Lively on the court last year, the Mavs dominated in the playoffs. It was evident when the rookie sat down, and Daniel Gafford came in with much less defensive impact. If Lively evolves as expected, if he can handle more minutes on the court, the Mavs' stability is assured.
3. Ensure Klay Thompson Defends and Makes Three-Pointers
When envisioning the potential best version of the Dallas Mavericks for the 2024/25 season, it includes Luka, Kyrie, and Klay on the court. Knowing that the first two are not the greatest defenders in history, it is essential for the former Warrior to be more active than in the last two seasons. While understanding he's not the same player as before his injury, the Texans cannot afford to have three poor defenders on the court simultaneously. Naturally, if he hits his three-point shots and plays defense, it opens up more options and increases their championship prospects.
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