On a night where things seem to be stacked against our Mavs, they managed to pull out their 4th win in 5 games, giving them their best start since the 2007-2008 season. No Dirk. No Marion. No Brand. No Beaubois. No problem.
The “New Look” Mavericks stormed out of the gate, making this look like a runaway early. O.J. Mayo continued his shooting ways, and Darren Collison led the Mavs quick attack over and over, giving the Mavericks a 36-24 lead after the first frame.
“We’ve got guys picking it up while guys are injured,” Kaman said. “We’re on a little bit of a roll and we’re just going to try to keep it going.”
Speaking of Chris Kaman. We can now safely make the assumption that he is the best offensive center the Mavs have ever had. Kaman continued to make the Raptors’ big men look silly, finishing with 22pts,8rebs,and 3 asts. He hit a big hook to put the game out of reach.
“I anticipated playing a little more with Elton out,” said Kaman, who also grabbed eight rebounds. “I didn’t know it would be so much. I’m definitely not in the shape I was in before I got injured.”
Was it smooth sailing all the way through? No. Was it pretty at all times? No. All in all, the Mavericks continue to show that despite any injuries that come their way, their depth will be a key factor in what they do and how far they go this season.
The Mavericks are 4-1. They have been without Dirk for all 5. They win last night’s game without 4 guys. Can you imagine what these guys will do when “The Big German” comes back? Memo to the rest of the NBA: Watch Out For The Mavericks!
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