After launching the championship in the last season of the NBA and ahead of the Boston Celtics in the final, the Dallas Mavericks decided to maintain the momentum that almost rise in the ring. During the summer, the franchise, led by Luka Doncic, made a bold move in incorporating Klay Thompson, who concluded his long stint with the Golden State Warriors alongside Stephen Curry.
This change was crucial for Thompson, who, at 34, sought to revitalize his career and collected more samples. His start with the Mavericks was his enabler. In the season opener, Dallas trailed the San Antonio Spurs by a score of 120-109. Doncic became the top commentator with 28 points, showing his potential to be the MVP of the season right from the start. Without embargo, I am not alone in my effort; Thompson contributed 22 points and set a franchise record.
The team had six 3-pointers in its first meeting with the Mavericks, tying the record for most 3-pointers in an NBA season opener by a Dallas player, a mark previously set by Jason Terry in 2008. The chemistry between Thompson and Doncic is already evident , as he demonstrated in a match where Doncic celebrated a Thompson hat-trick even before the ball entered the gold, confident in his environment.
The triumph in front of the Spurs marks an almost perfect start for the Mavericks. The crew, managed by Jason Kidd, now faces a high-level challenge in its next game against the Phoenix Suns, which knows stars such as Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and Bradley Beal. This matchup will be an important test for Dallas on their way to dominating West's save.
With a solid combination of experience and youthful talent, the Mavericks are well positioned to compete at the highest level this season. The incorporation of Thompson not only adds a reliable shooter, but also brings creativity and playoff experience, qualities that will be essential in the NBA's competitive environment.
The season promises to be exciting for Dallas fanatics, who hope that the Doncic-Thompson couple will bring them to new heights. With such a promising start, the crew has all the tools necessary to aspire to the title and correct the deception of the time that has passed. Anticipation grows as the Mavericks continue to demonstrate their potential on the pitch, making it clear that they are ready to challenge any rival in pursuit of the championship.
