The NBA season is officially here, and for the Dallas Mavericks, it’s kicking off with a serious gut check. Starting this Wednesday night, they’re plunging into a brutal stretch: three games in just four days, and get this, they won’t be favored in a single one of them.
The Gauntlet Begins: Three Games, Zero Favors
Yeah, you read that right. Three games in four days, and the Mavs are rolling into all of them as the underdog. It’s a rough way to start any season, let alone one where you’re already trying to find your footing. This kind of schedule right out of the gate can really set a tone, good or bad. It’s a true test to see what this squad is made of right from the jump, facing opponents who are expected to beat them not once, but three times in a row. Talk about a baptism by fire.
Cooper Flagg’s Preseason Drive and Tempered Hopes
We did get a peek at some action during the October 16 preseason game, where Cooper Flagg, rocking the #32 jersey, was seen driving to the basket against Nickeil Alexander-Walker of the Hawks. It’s always good to see young talent getting after it. But honestly, even with those glimpses, the general vibe heading into the regular season is, well, *tempered hopes*. The writer of the source piece shared that sentiment, saying they’re ready for it all the same, but the expectations are definitely grounded. It seems the team isn’t exactly bursting with sky-high predictions for the initial run.
So, buckle up, Mavs fans. This Wednesday night marks the real start, and while the hopes might be tempered for now, the team is stepping onto the court ready to fight. It’s going to be an interesting ride, that’s for sure.
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Originally reported by Mavs Moneyball.
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