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Join Yahoo Sports senior NBA writer Vincent Goodwill and Tim Cato from DLLS & the ALLCITY Network on the latest episode of Good Word with Goodwill.
The discussion kicks off with a focus on the Dallas Mavericks, the reigning Western Conference champions who have been on a hot streak, winning 8 of their last 9 games. The return of Luka Doncic from injury has boosted the team, prompting questions about their current success, how they differ from last season, and whether they should consider exploring trade options in light of their recent performances without Luka.
Transitioning to other teams in the Western Conference, Vinnie and Tim analyze the surprising standings, with the Thunder, Rockets, and Grizzlies leading the way while traditional powerhouses like the Lakers, Suns, and Warriors lag behind. Tim attributes this shift to changes in the NBA’s Collective Bargaining Agreement, predicting a future where teams prioritize acquiring rotation players on rookie scale deals over offering max contracts.
The conversation then turns to the Milwaukee Bucks, who have also been enjoying a successful stretch, winning 8 of their last 9 games. The duo delves into the effectiveness of the Damian Lillard-Giannis Antetokounmpo pick-and-roll play and how role players like A.J. Green have been thriving alongside Giannis.
(00:30) – Insights on the Mavericks’ recent success
(21:20) – Youth movement in the Western Conference
(36:45) – The Bucks’ resurgence
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