If a rookie season is like an Intro to NBA class, consider Dorian Finney-Smith in the advanced placement section — and on the accelerated track.
“He just gains more wisdom as he gets his (tail) kicked,” Mavs head coach Rick Carlisle deadpanned recently.
Carlisle has even gone as far as to say Finney-Smith takes it personally when opponents score on him. He becomes upset when he makes a mistake, but not a volatile type of mood. He just takes pride in his defense. Before Monday’s game against Charlotte, Carlisle went a little deeper.
“He improves every game.