256 [advance to the finals]
Damian Lillard's true expression of emotion, although it seems to make people cry, but at the same time, it also means that the season belonging to the Portland Trail Blazers is officially over.
Although the Western Conference Finals series is not over yet, it now seems that the Dallas Mavericks' advancement to the Finals has become a certainty.
Sure enough, three days later, at the same place, when Bayonet led the Dallas Mavericks to another victory, the end of this season's Western Conference Finals was officially announced.
When the Dallas Mavericks officially advanced to the finals, many people were filled with emotion.
Looking back before the start of this season, who would have thought that the Dallas Mavericks would be the team that advances to the Finals in the Western Conference this season?
At that time, who would have believed that Bayonet, a 22-year-old young man, would soar into the sky with the Dallas Mavericks.
From the beginning of the season to now, people have been accompanying the rise of the Dallas Mavericks, including their unstoppable run in the playoffs.
But at this moment, when everyone witnesses the Dallas Mavericks advancing to the finals, it still feels a little unreal.
Because many people know very well what it means for the young team of the Dallas Mavericks to easily advance to the finals.
"Let's not discuss whether the Dallas Mavericks can successfully win the O'Brien Cup in the next finals. In fact, when this moment really happens, we should think more about the league in the next few years.
The situation, I mean, with the Dallas Mavericks advancing to the Finals this season, it will mean that in the next few seasons, the Dallas Mavericks will still be one of the teams most likely to advance to the Finals in the league."
"There is a reason why I say this. Their configuration has too much potential. The duo composed of Bayonet + Luka Doncic will grow to an immeasurable height in the near future."
"People will see shadows of the 2012 Oklahoma City Thunder team in the current Dallas Mavericks, but in fact, what I want to say is that the combination of Bayonet + Luka Doncic is obviously less than the original Thunder duo.
The potential is higher”
After the Western Conference finals, famous ESPN commentator Jeff Van Gundy expressed emotion on Twitter.
It's clear that Jeff Van Gundy's words resonated with a lot of people, especially when he mentioned the 2012 Thunder team.
When it comes to the 2012 Thunder team, many people will have a feeling of regret. After all, the Thunder team with Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook, and James Harden advanced to the Finals for the first time and lost.
Lost the game.
But their additions were enviable, and their future was bright. At that time, almost everyone thought that the Thunder team would dominate the league in the following season.
But things are unpredictable. The Thunder management, which has always been very accurate in picking people in the draft, suddenly disintegrated what everyone thought was a dynasty because of millions of dollars.
Frankly speaking, this became one of the most regrettable trade operations in NBA history.
At this moment, the twin stars of the Dallas Mavericks are obviously a replica of the Thunder, and the reason why Jeff Van Gundy said that the ceiling of this Mavericks team is very high.
That's because neither Bayonet nor Luka Doncic will leave the Dallas Mavericks for the time being, and Dallas is a big city, and Mark Cuban is a generous boss.
With so many factors mixed together, it is not difficult to draw a conclusion, that is, the Dallas Mavericks, who have advanced to the finals this season, no matter what the fate of the next finals, they have actually successfully threatened the next few seasons.
Room for error for other teams in the league.
Usually, people call this situation the rise of a dynasty.
"With Mark Cuban's character and vision, he will never let go of such a good opportunity, so let's wait and see. In the upcoming offseason, the transfer market is destined to return to a bloody storm. The Dallas Mavericks are in
They have good salary space this summer, and once they win the O'Brien Cup, their trading capital will also appreciate. In this case, they will definitely use the Bayonet + Luka Doncic duo to carry out a trade.
The team of the dynasty is built, so, what I mean is that this summer’s Dallas Mavericks will undoubtedly have at least one giant player.”
ESPN columnist Bill Walton couldn't help but comment.
"Isn't Carmelon Anthony a giant? Or will Carmelon Anthony leave the Dallas Mavericks after this season?"
Many fans have questioned this.
It's obvious that Carmelo Anthony is definitely a star player today, although his state is still not comparable to his peak state.
But today, he is still better than most players in this league.
The most important point is that Carmelo Anthony is a forward player, a player that is extremely rare in this small ball era.
"Carmelon Anthony is of course a good choice, but his age is there. I mean, the Dallas Mavericks will hope that Carmelo Anthony stays, but it is absolutely impossible to offer him a new contract."
"On the other hand, for Carmelo Anthony himself, this will be his last chance to get a big contract in his career. If he goes to another team, no team will give him a big contract."
Bill Walton gave his reasons.
"Furthermore, with the presence of bayonets, the Dallas Mavericks do not lack immediate combat capability at the forward position. Not surprisingly, DeAndre Jordan will leave the Dallas Mavericks after the season. In this case, the Dallas Mavericks are actually the best choice.
What should be strengthened is the inside line.”
Bill Walton continued.
People agreed with his view.
It's just that everyone really can't imagine that in the upcoming offseason, where will there be outstanding inside players in the transfer market?
The Golden State Warriors' Draymond Green's contract has expired, but he may not be able to catch the eyes of the Dallas Mavericks.
"Let's wait and see. This year's transfer market is destined to not be calm. As far as the Western Conference teams are concerned, the three teams of the Golden State Warriors, Houston Rockets, and Portland Trail Blazers are likely to be reorganized, and the Los Angeles Lakers are also likely to be reorganized.
I will definitely go all out to build a real championship-winning lineup for LeBron James. In this case, any transaction is possible at that time."
Chapter completed!