Hold up, Dallas fans, because there’s a serious sleeper pick about to turn some heads BIG time, and his name is Tarik Biberovic. Forget low expectations, our very own Mette Robertson already dropped a piece saying Biberovic has been a pro overseas for years, and trust me, that experience is about to translate into some serious minutes on the court.
Tarik Biberovic: The Overseas Sharpshooter You Didn’t See Coming
I’ve got an irrational belief, but it’s a strong one: Biberovic is going to exceed expectations in a huge way for Dallas this season. This guy isn’t just some rookie; he’s a full-grown man with an NBA body who has played for high-level teams overseas. And get this: he can shoot lights out! We all remember Dallas was below league average from downtown last season, right? So if Biberovic can step in and start draining threes, he’s going to lock down a spot faster than you can say “swish.” Plus, his defensive prowess is apparently nothing to scoff at, which just adds to his case for floor time. I’m telling you, he’s my vote for the newbie most likely to blow expectations away. People aren’t ready for how quickly his shooting is going to adapt to the NBA game.
Kyrie Irving’s Comeback: The ACL Injury Is Behind Him
Now, for my second irrational belief of the column: Kyrie Irving’s play in that one Macau game? Yeah, that’s absolutely going to continue into the regular season. Almost from the moment he got injured, I felt like Kyrie was the type of player who’d have a favorable recovery, and nothing has changed my mind. After seeing what he did in Macau, I’m more convinced than ever that he’s going to return to form. Kyrie just strikes me as the kind of guy who’s so focused on his craft, so dedicated to all the behind-the-scenes work, that he was perfectly suited to make a strong comeback.
Sure, his lengthy time away from the court might have made some fans nervous, but I honestly thought it was a good thing. He wasn’t going to forget how to play basketball, and he had training camp and preseason to shake off any rust. But more than that, I think the time away gave him even more space to get stronger and fully recover. Call me crazy, but I truly believe the ACL injury is behind him. At 34, we can probably expect some other dings, dents, and “load management” games throughout the season, but my gut says he’ll only get better as the season progresses and ultimately return to the player we remember.
So, get ready! With Biberovic’s surprising shooting and defense, and Kyrie returning to his superstar form, the team’s prospects are looking seriously different. This season is set to be a wild ride, and I can’t wait to see these two on the court making magic happen.
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Originally reported by Mavs Moneyball.
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