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Originally Posted by chumdawg

It doesn't have to be in a row. As those Spurs have proven, maintaining the winning tradition is in itself a worthy goal, a worthy goal that pays huge dividends.

Then it doesn't have to be in a row now either for Dallas. In addition to regular work through the draft, the rules have changed and will evolve over time where those who have done the proper work can take advantage of situations and can replenish their roster better than others can.

The Mavs have built their own winning tradition as well. Also, they've had their payoff. They just have done it their own way and haven't been as "successful" as the Spurs. To me, what they did last year or this year doesn't automatically result in them breaking away from that tradition.