The Mavs are 0-5. That feels really weird to say. Maybe because it’s the first time it has ever happened.
But here we are. This was actually an enjoyable game, for me anyway, especially with the young guys getting some burn. In the end, Dallas had no answer for Damian Lillard. That’s okay though, I’m sure few teams do. Let chat about a few things.
New starting lineup, same result
With Andrew Bogut out at the last minute for “personal reasons,” Dallas elected to go full Nellieball with its starting lineup. Barea started in Bogut’s place, moving Wes, Barnes, and Dirk up a position each.