The Dallas Mavericks will face the Los Angeles Clippers in the first round of the NBA playoffs for the third time in five years. This matchup between star-studded teams is expected to be one of the most intriguing series due to their historical context.
The Mavs will open the first round of the NBA playoffs against LA for the third time in five years after clinching the division title on Wednesday.
Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic and Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard react after a call during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Dallas, Friday, Nov. 10, 2023. It’s a star-studded matchup that could wind up being billed as one of the most intriguing first-round playoff series due to the historical context between the two teams.
So who has the advantage? Here’s an early scouting report of the series, which also includes a look at the three-game regular season series that fell in L.A.’s favor:The Mavericks and Clippers had three meetings within the first two months of the regular season, a time that may no longer be relevant due to the substantial roster changes made by Dallas at the trade deadline. L.A.
In the 2020 bubble, Dallas lost in six games, but Doncic’s playoff debut was a memorable one: He drained aThis playoff series has six potential Hall of Fame-caliber players between both teams, which certainly increases the entertainment factor. But what happens when the ball is finally tipped into the air?should be able to match the scoring punch from L.A.’s leading scorers in Leonard and George.
Meanwhile, Doncic and Irving could be due for rest during the final two games of the season, especially since Detroit enters Friday’s matchup with the worst record in the NBA. A lengthy Mavericks postseason run will depend on the health of their two best players. Meanwhile, other players such as Gafford, Washington and Tim Hardaway Jr.
Mavs Clippers NBA Playoffs First Round Historical Context
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