Western Conference Finals (Warriors vs Mavericks)

[btc_angela]

Luka now experiencing what Lebron has experienced when they were dominated by the Warriors. They'll be lucky if they will win one game, and game 4 is their only chance of winning, so they should not waste that opportunity as they are at home, at least give their fans one game to enjoy.

In my own opinion, Luka is slow,he's good but he's not unstoppable.

He's not actually slow, it's his style of play that looks like he slow coz he's using his size and strength as he is a bit oversized for a point guard position.
Anyways, it's not Luka who's the problem why Warriors are beating them. It's the whole Mavs team without no experience in the big stage against a veteran team who's been living in the Finals since  2015.

Right, that is deceiving, but what Luka do is control his phase and see how the defense will react, if the defense is slow, then he might take advantage to go to the basket or shot long distance. If the defense is close then he will go for an outside pass. And he is having a good series, but the rest of the whole Mavs are struggling at this high level of basketball, and maybe that is because they don't have the experience yet. So this is their last game to proved or at least get one win.

It's not about the experience, Warriors are just the better team and that's the real reason why they beat the Mavs 3 in a row. Curry and company are too composed in the game, they never panic, they always follow the game plan and everyone is contributing.

And that's why they are the better them because they have the experience. Just like they beat the Memphis, for sure we can call them the better team because they are the second seed but the Warriors beat them.

Game 4 though was a good game for the Mavs, no sweep at least getting 1 victory might be a complement for them against a very experience and caliber team in Warriors.

[goaldigger]

Mavericks finally won a game in this series. I was even waiting to see them winning the third game but they failed. They have a very difficult work to do now even though they won the fourth game. Because Warriors are already 3-1 ahead in the series and all of the remaining games are like a series point for them. Doncic had a solid game too by the way. He had 30 points, 14 rebounds and 9 assists. He just continues to take the most of the responsibility for his team as always. But it looks like this is the end of the road for Mavericks.

Doncic is a great player but that’s not enough to beat the whole Warriors team and if Mavs only rely to him, then this could be bad for them. Game 5 will be the deciding game and I also believe this is the end for Mavericks this season which is still a good one. Warriors will take the win, they are more composed and they work really as a team, still kudos to Mavericks for playing all out in the finals.

[harizen]

Mavericks finally won a game in this series. I was even waiting to see them winning the third game but they failed. They have a very difficult work to do now even though they won the fourth game. Because Warriors are already 3-1 ahead in the series and all of the remaining games are like a series point for them. Doncic had a solid game too by the way. He had 30 points, 14 rebounds and 9 assists. He just continues to take the most of the responsibility for his team as always. But it looks like this is the end of the road for Mavericks.

The closest first win should they have is back on Game 2 where they blew their 19-point lead. In Game 4, they also did the same as they blew again their 29- points lead entering the 4th quarter downed to 8 points.

With that performance, Mavericks' rally might end up in Game 5. It's a great experience for the young Mavericks to face the championship lineup of the Warriors to give them a good reference for their career. Warriors' young players too are doing their best.

It's hard to believe that the Warriors will lose 4 games in a row. It's technically possible but the chances are low to happen obviously. I do have a bet on Mavericks to win the series but I already concede with my bet.

[Dave1]

Mavericks finally won a game in this series. I was even waiting to see them winning the third game but they failed. They have a very difficult work to do now even though they won the fourth game. Because Warriors are already 3-1 ahead in the series and all of the remaining games are like a series point for them. Doncic had a solid game too by the way. He had 30 points, 14 rebounds and 9 assists. He just continues to take the most of the responsibility for his team as always. But it looks like this is the end of the road for Mavericks.

The closest first win should they have is back on Game 2 where they blew their 19-point lead. In Game 4, they also did the same as they blew again their 29- points lead entering the 4th quarter downed to 8 points.

With that performance, Mavericks' rally might end up in Game 5. It's a great experience for the young Mavericks to face the championship lineup of the Warriors to give them a good reference for their career. Warriors' young players too are doing their best.

It's hard to believe that the Warriors will lose 4 games in a row. It's technically possible but the chances are low to happen obviously. I do have a bet on Mavericks to win the series but I already concede with my bet.

Yes, I'm not seeing the Warriors losing 4 straight unless something bad happen to their players. So it's game 5, to be held on Warriors home court, so I guess they will have to finished it and have a good rest and then wait for their opponent for the finals. Luka though proved that he can carry a team in the playoffs and he is not a choker and I would say trash talker.  . Opening line for the Warriors for those who are interested, -6.5.

[cryptomaniac_xxx]

^^ I don't think we can compare the Suns and the Warriors though, just saying. But I will have to agree that it won't be beneficial for them if they lose the next game. So this game is very important, they need to bring their A-game in both ends otherwise it will be a sweep by the Warriors or 4-1 and then obviously the end of their season. Kevon Looney is the hero for the Warriors last game, maybe we will see another Warrior stepping up if they are going to win huge at Dallas.

This now or never for Dallas since if they lose, Warriors will have more confidence to end the season and claim tha trophy. I think they should have more sense of urgency here and have a better game plays for them to take care of the lead, Dallas can really compete with Warriors they just need to be consistent and execute their game plan, this is not yet over for them but they should take this game.

Those leads on the first half was a great one, its just that the experience of warriors players came out and help the team take the lead back and win the game. Their next game will be more exciting since they are playing at the Dallas home court and this could be the best chance for Dallas to take a win and chase warriors to tied the series. This is far from over, Dallas is able to came back against the Suns and maybe they can do it again.

Fortunately, Dallas wins in Game 4 and you are correct, it's their best chance and that's what they did. Took a big lead, and then they try to hold Warriors to win that game.

However,' that's only one game and not Game 5 shifts to Chase center wherein GSW is very hard to beat. So this might be the final game for Dallas as the Steph Curry doesn't want to go back in Game 6 at American Airline as the crowd for sure are going to be hostile.

[Natalim]

^^ I don't think we can compare the Suns and the Warriors though, just saying. But I will have to agree that it won't be beneficial for them if they lose the next game. So this game is very important, they need to bring their A-game in both ends otherwise it will be a sweep by the Warriors or 4-1 and then obviously the end of their season. Kevon Looney is the hero for the Warriors last game, maybe we will see another Warrior stepping up if they are going to win huge at Dallas.

This now or never for Dallas since if they lose, Warriors will have more confidence to end the season and claim tha trophy. I think they should have more sense of urgency here and have a better game plays for them to take care of the lead, Dallas can really compete with Warriors they just need to be consistent and execute their game plan, this is not yet over for them but they should take this game.

Those leads on the first half was a great one, its just that the experience of warriors players came out and help the team take the lead back and win the game. Their next game will be more exciting since they are playing at the Dallas home court and this could be the best chance for Dallas to take a win and chase warriors to tied the series. This is far from over, Dallas is able to came back against the Suns and maybe they can do it again.

Fortunately, Dallas wins in Game 4 and you are correct, it's their best chance and that's what they did. Took a big lead, and then they try to hold Warriors to win that game.

However,' that's only one game and not Game 5 shifts to Chase center wherein GSW is very hard to beat. So this might be the final game for Dallas as the Steph Curry doesn't want to go back in Game 6 at American Airline as the crowd for sure are going to be hostile.

Game 5 is going to be exciting to watch for the Warriors, not sure if everyone is betting on the Warriors, but I would not hesitate putting my bet on the Warriors knowing they are extremely good at home, and this is a revenge of their game 4 lose to the Mavs.

[Kelvinid]

Game 5 is going to be exciting to watch for the Warriors, not sure if everyone is betting on the Warriors, but I would not hesitate putting my bet on the Warriors knowing they are extremely good at home, and this is a revenge of their game 4 lose to the Mavs.

We will know tomorrow if Warriors will end the series, as for the betting line, Warriors are currently -7 now, it's not that high considering the 1st and 2nd game, it's the Warriors who dominate the game, and they cover the spread on that 2 games. So maybe bookies value the win of the Mavs in game 4 big time, so they are only +7 now.

[Botnake]

Game 5 is going to be exciting to watch for the Warriors, not sure if everyone is betting on the Warriors, but I would not hesitate putting my bet on the Warriors knowing they are extremely good at home, and this is a revenge of their game 4 lose to the Mavs.

We will know tomorrow if Warriors will end the series, as for the betting line, Warriors are currently -7 now, it's not that high considering the 1st and 2nd game, it's the Warriors who dominate the game, and they cover the spread on that 2 games.

If we follow the trend, then we should not overthink, that -7 is already a gift for the Warriors bettors.
This is gambling, we have to take risk based on what we believe, and personally, Warriors are my bet to  win in the NBA Finals, so I'm also betting on them for this possible last game.

So maybe bookies value the win of the Mavs in game 4 big time, so they are only +7 now.

We don't know, they make the odds or line based on the public perception.

[LogitechMouse]

Mavericks finally won a game in this series. I was even waiting to see them winning the third game but they failed. They have a very difficult work to do now even though they won the fourth game. Because Warriors are already 3-1 ahead in the series and all of the remaining games are like a series point for them. Doncic had a solid game too by the way. He had 30 points, 14 rebounds and 9 assists. He just continues to take the most of the responsibility for his team as always. But it looks like this is the end of the road for Mavericks.

The closest first win should they have is back on Game 2 where they blew their 19-point lead. In Game 4, they also did the same as they blew again their 29- points lead entering the 4th quarter downed to 8 points.

With that performance, Mavericks' rally might end up in Game 5. It's a great experience for the young Mavericks to face the championship lineup of the Warriors to give them a good reference for their career. Warriors' young players too are doing their best.

It's hard to believe that the Warriors will lose 4 games in a row. It's technically possible but the chances are low to happen obviously. I do have a bet on Mavericks to win the series but I already concede with my bet.

Yes, I'm not seeing the Warriors losing 4 straight unless something bad happen to their players. So it's game 5, to be held on Warriors home court, so I guess they will have to finished it and have a good rest and then wait for their opponent for the finals. Luka though proved that he can carry a team in the playoffs and he is not a choker and I would say trash talker.  . Opening line for the Warriors for those who are interested, -6.5.

The chances of this "something bad happen to their players" to happen? Low to no chance and as long as their all-star players will play, they will still have a high chance to win.
Like what you said, I don't see them also losing 4 straight games in the playoffs, or they will be the ones that will break the record, which sound very disappointing and humiliating to them. If that happens, I don't know what will the Warriors' management do to the whole roster.

Luka is proven already that he can carry his team. The only problem is that, they don't have a 2nd superstar that will help him because in order for a team to win, you must've at least 2 superstars. His trash talking skills are just normal, and it's part of the game. He is like Draymond Green . Good game to the Mavericks, but I see the Warriors ending the series in Game 5.

[mirakal]

^^ I don't think we can compare the Suns and the Warriors though, just saying. But I will have to agree that it won't be beneficial for them if they lose the next game. So this game is very important, they need to bring their A-game in both ends otherwise it will be a sweep by the Warriors or 4-1 and then obviously the end of their season. Kevon Looney is the hero for the Warriors last game, maybe we will see another Warrior stepping up if they are going to win huge at Dallas.

This now or never for Dallas since if they lose, Warriors will have more confidence to end the season and claim tha trophy. I think they should have more sense of urgency here and have a better game plays for them to take care of the lead, Dallas can really compete with Warriors they just need to be consistent and execute their game plan, this is not yet over for them but they should take this game.

Those leads on the first half was a great one, its just that the experience of warriors players came out and help the team take the lead back and win the game. Their next game will be more exciting since they are playing at the Dallas home court and this could be the best chance for Dallas to take a win and chase warriors to tied the series. This is far from over, Dallas is able to came back against the Suns and maybe they can do it again.

Fortunately, Dallas wins in Game 4 and you are correct, it's their best chance and that's what they did. Took a big lead, and then they try to hold Warriors to win that game.

However,' that's only one game and not Game 5 shifts to Chase center wherein GSW is very hard to beat. So this might be the final game for Dallas as the Steph Curry doesn't want to go back in Game 6 at American Airline as the crowd for sure are going to be hostile.

Yes, congratulations for those who ride the Dallas Mavericks in Game 4 because many have believed that the Warriors will lose that day as they are more likely to close the series on their home which is tomorrow. That particular game was a roller coaster and coach Kerr accepted their defeat much earlier that's why he let the bench players play but the said players even cut the huge lead.
If Steve Kerr let his main players play they could've go home that night with a win but they chose to let it happen in their home. Game 5 tomorrow and likely be the last game in WCF this season.

[OgNasty]

Game 5 tomorrow and likely be the last game in WCF this season.

I would agree with that statement.  The Warriors let their foot off the gas last game but I think they're ready to put the Mavericks away and send Luka on a trip to Cancun.  The guys on TNT have to be ready to do their fishing routine tonight, as it will almost certainly be the end of the Dallas Mavericks' season.  They did much better than I thought they would, but they just don't have the depth of talent that Golden State has.

[stadus]

Mavericks finally won a game in this series. I was even waiting to see them winning the third game but they failed. They have a very difficult work to do now even though they won the fourth game. Because Warriors are already 3-1 ahead in the series and all of the remaining games are like a series point for them. Doncic had a solid game too by the way. He had 30 points, 14 rebounds and 9 assists. He just continues to take the most of the responsibility for his team as always. But it looks like this is the end of the road for Mavericks.

Doncic is a great player but that’s not enough to beat the whole Warriors team and if Mavs only rely to him, then this could be bad for them. Game 5 will be the deciding game and I also believe this is the end for Mavericks this season which is still a good one. Warriors will take the win, they are more composed and they work really as a team, still kudos to Mavericks for playing all out in the finals.

It is almost too hard to believe that this series will reach Game 7 because the Warriors only have 1 game left for them to move and wait in the Finals, they surely wouldn't want to exhaust themselves that much. Nobody can deny that the Mavericks are really impressive this season especially for Luka as this is his 1st playoff experience but he did try and carry the team to play in the position they have now, unfortunately, this might be their end this season.

[rhomelmabini]

Game 5 tomorrow and likely be the last game in WCF this season.

I would agree with that statement.  The Warriors let their foot off the gas last game but I think they're ready to put the Mavericks away and send Luka on a trip to Cancun.  The guys on TNT have to be ready to do their fishing routine tonight, as it will almost certainly be the end of the Dallas Mavericks' season.  They did much better than I thought they would, but they just don't have the depth of talent that Golden State has.

There are 13 times has made a comeback from a 3-1 deficit during conference finals and GSW should remember that they overcome that one in 2016 WCF. Moreover, we know how huge a threat GSW is on the offense and definitely would end it if they wouldn't trip and be focused.

[Captain Corporate]

There are 13 times has made a comeback from a 3-1 deficit during conference finals and GSW should remember that they overcome that one in 2016 WCF. Moreover, we know how huge a threat GSW is on the offense and definitely would end it if they wouldn't trip and be focused.

3-1 is something else, it could be 3-1 right now, but it was 3-0, meaning if they ever make a comeback, Mavs would be doing the first ever 3-0 comeback in NBA history as far as I know. And I am not seeing that at all. Don't get me wrong if you get Curry injured god forbid or something like that then things could maybe change. But to win 4 times in a row after losing 3 times in a row requires some serious changes and even a single game, a single stretch of not scoring properly, like anything that changes the momentum and you are done. Hence 3-0 is not something anyone can comeback from, I am not seeing Mavs getting this serious at all and giving a %0 chance to it.

[Johnyz]

There are 13 times has made a comeback from a 3-1 deficit during conference finals and GSW should remember that they overcome that one in 2016 WCF. Moreover, we know how huge a threat GSW is on the offense and definitely would end it if they wouldn't trip and be focused.

3-1 is something else, it could be 3-1 right now, but it was 3-0, meaning if they ever make a comeback, Mavs would be doing the first ever 3-0 comeback in NBA history as far as I know. And I am not seeing that at all. Don't get me wrong if you get Curry injured god forbid or something like that then things could maybe change. But to win 4 times in a row after losing 3 times in a row requires some serious changes and even a single game, a single stretch of not scoring properly, like anything that changes the momentum and you are done. Hence 3-0 is not something anyone can comeback from, I am not seeing Mavs getting this serious at all and giving a %0 chance to it.

There will be no come back anymore, Warriors is on a great lead right now and the way they are playing tonight compare to Mavs, they will surely eager to get the championship and they are heading to that title again, minutes from now. Warriors from the beginning of this conference, they know where they are heading and all their hard work slowly pays off, kudos to the coaching staff of Warriors.

[inthelongrun]

There are 13 times has made a comeback from a 3-1 deficit during conference finals and GSW should remember that they overcome that one in 2016 WCF. Moreover, we know how huge a threat GSW is on the offense and definitely would end it if they wouldn't trip and be focused.

3-1 is something else, it could be 3-1 right now, but it was 3-0, meaning if they ever make a comeback, Mavs would be doing the first ever 3-0 comeback in NBA history as far as I know. And I am not seeing that at all. Don't get me wrong if you get Curry injured god forbid or something like that then things could maybe change. But to win 4 times in a row after losing 3 times in a row requires some serious changes and even a single game, a single stretch of not scoring properly, like anything that changes the momentum and you are done. Hence 3-0 is not something anyone can comeback from, I am not seeing Mavs getting this serious at all and giving a %0 chance to it.

There will be no come back anymore, Warriors is on a great lead right now and the way they are playing tonight compare to Mavs, they will surely eager to get the championship and they are heading to that title again, minutes from now. Warriors from the beginning of this conference, they know where they are heading and all their hard work slowly pays off, kudos to the coaching staff of Warriors.

5 more minutes left and GSW is leading 13 points. Stephen Curry is being defended well and is shooting poorly. Thanks to GSW's multi offense squad, the other guys step up especially Klay Thompson with his 29 points. The experience and offense are too much for this short handed Dallas squad.

I am confident that this series is gonna get closed today. But my bet is at -6.5 and with that spread then it is still close.

[Fundamentals Of]

Congratulations to the Golden State Warriors for winning the western conference finals. They really are a great team. Even this early I think it is safe to assume that they have a great chance to be the NBA champion. Special recognition should be give to Klay, Wiggins, and Green for stepping up and taking over the game when their star Steph Curry is being strongly defended, at least in this game. Looney is also contributing a lot to the team's effort with his strong rebounds.

[Beparanf]

Congratulations to the Golden State Warriors for winning the western conference finals. They really are a great team. Even this early I think it is safe to assume that they have a great chance to be the NBA champion. Special recognition should be give to Klay, Wiggins, and Green for stepping up and taking over the game when their star Steph Curry is being strongly defended, at least in this game. Looney is also contributing a lot to the team's effort with his strong rebounds.

Agreed with this. GSW only proved that they are still strong if they have the complete line-up despite there bad run years when there star players are injured. I want to commend Luka Doncic on the fantastic run of the Mavericks on this season despite his teammate not playing well most of the time. He single-handedly carried the team during a crucial time when Mavs need the points to come back into the game. Without Luka, I'm sure Mavs will not go this far. I hope Mavs will rebuilt and get a good center to complete there line-up and to strengthen there defence.

[Johnyz]

Congratulations to the Golden State Warriors for winning the western conference finals. They really are a great team. Even this early I think it is safe to assume that they have a great chance to be the NBA champion. Special recognition should be give to Klay, Wiggins, and Green for stepping up and taking over the game when their star Steph Curry is being strongly defended, at least in this game. Looney is also contributing a lot to the team's effort with his strong rebounds.

Agreed with this. GSW only proved that they are still strong if they have the complete line-up despite there bad run years when there star players are injured. I want to commend Luka Doncic on the fantastic run of the Mavericks on this season despite his teammate not playing well most of the time. He single-handedly carried the team during a crucial time when Mavs need the points to come back into the game. Without Luka, I'm sure Mavs will not go this far. I hope Mavs will rebuilt and get a good center to complete there line-up and to strengthen there defence.

The 2 years recovery for Klay is all worth it now, he came back stronger and prove to still be a good player despite of what happened to them. Yeah, without Luka, Mavs will be on a different situation. Mavs should recruit more good players where the team doesn't need to rely on one player only, they should play as a team. Anyway, Congrats for Steph Curry for winning the finals MVP he really deserve it.

[LogitechMouse]

Congratulations to the Golden State Warriors for winning the western conference finals. They really are a great team. Even this early I think it is safe to assume that they have a great chance to be the NBA champion. Special recognition should be give to Klay, Wiggins, and Green for stepping up and taking over the game when their star Steph Curry is being strongly defended, at least in this game. Looney is also contributing a lot to the team's effort with his strong rebounds.

Looney is just a beast inside the paint. Double double again tonight and lets remember the game where he got 22 rebounds, 11 of them are offensive rebounds against the MEM.
Well, it's a bit expected I think that they will win in this game because we knew already what will happen when the Warriors lead 3-0. Maybe they gave Game 4 because they don't want to celebrate on the road team that's why they lost on Game 4 and win in Game 5 . JK

The Warriors are in the NBA Finals again and it's their 6th time in the last 8 years that will go to NBA Finals. The 2 years? They spent tanking to get some good picks for their future like Wiseman, Kuminga and Moody. I'm a Warrior fan since and if this roster will still be same, I think they can still win 2 championships at most . Congratulations to the Warriors for advancing. 4 wins more to get the title and for the Mavericks, good game to them still as nobody expected as well that they will defeat the Suns but they did it.