Series Preview – Miami v Dallas
A rematch of the 2006 NBA Finals is on offer as the Dallas Mavericks travel to Miami for Game 1 of the 2011 NBA Finals.
I could never have predicted Dallas would be in the NBA Finals. I predicted Portland would win the 1st round series (and I wasn’t impressed with Dallas in this series either), then Lakers in the semi finals and OKC in the Conference Finals.
Initially when doing the ‘form’ for this series, Dallas was my tip. I cannot see how Miami has an answer for Dirk. I’m pretty sure he can go close to averaging 35+ ppg, 8+ rpg (all defensive of course).
You double Dirk, then Terry, Peja, Kidd will have wide-open shots. You play Dirk 1 on 1, he’ll shoot that fade-away from all over the court.
Dirk will get his.
But then I looked at Miami’s team and continue to believe that no one can stop Miami – certainly not James or Wade. Only they stop themselves (with poor shot selection, turnovers).
Dallas will struggle to contain Wade and James IF Wade and James play smart and coach Spoelstra actually coaches his team. Rick Carlisle has a massive advantage of Spoelstra, in his experience of coaching teams deep into the playoffs.
I see this series going 6 or 7, with a Miami win.
Having said that, I’m taking Dallas in game 1. Why? Wade has had time off going into Game 1 (something he likes to do because being prepared isn’t worth it when you’re THAT good – or so he thinks), plus I expect James and others to be battling nerves.
The Mavs, on the other hand, are a more experienced team and know that in many cases, this is their last chance to win one. Dirk come out firing (and has the experience of having been here before) and will receive balanced support from his team mates. They will be ready for this one – their chance at redemption.
Tips – Dallas in Gm1 / Miami win series in 6 or 7
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