Tuesday, May 01, 2007

Mavericks vs. Warriors (Game 5)

OK, I've probably talked this one into the ground, sssooo I guess I will keep it short and sweet. Being game 5, it's "Do or Die in Dallas" for the Mavs. Should the boys in blue win here, they will then face have to do the same in Game 6 in Oakland.
Here's the probable starting lineup:
Goofy Spitball Pow-Wows:
  • PG: Byron Davis
  • SG: Monta Ellis
  • SF: Jason Richardson
  • PF: Stephen Jackson
  • C: Al Harrington
Dallas Mavericks:
  • PG: Jason Terry
  • SG: Greg Buckner
  • SF: Josh Howard
  • PF: Dirk Nowitzki
  • C: Erick Dampier

I guess the biggest key to this game is how much frustration can the Mavericks put on Golden State. When these kids get frustrated, they start making HUGE mistakes. I've noticed it happening to a masterful veteran team like the Mavericks, which is why they are in this hole. If the Mavs can turn it around and place pressure on the Warriors - they've snagged Game 5, and placed huge momentum back into their own minds. And that's all they need to do right now.

Forecast: Mavs win a "yawner" for the first time in the series for them - score: 108-89.

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