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Originally Posted by Thespiralgoeson
That is a tremendous advantage indeed. If we can avoid Phoenix in the 2nd round, then we have a very good shot at making the conference finals. And while I do expect Phoenix would win a matchup with the Mavs, having the best player always gives you a puncher's chance. It's unlikely, but not crazy, not inconceivable, not ludicrous, that the Mavs would end up in the finals.
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Luka gives you a puncher's chance and injuries could always happen, opening up a path previously not believed to be there, so it's paramount to position yourself to benefit in case that path does open up.
Weirdly enough, I trust these Mavs to see that and play accordingly.