A showdown is coming! Comparing the lineups of the Mavericks and the Celtics, the gap between the two sides is clear at a glance

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2024-05-26 21:30Published in Guangdong

In the Eastern Conference finals, there was no suspense, Haliburton couldn't play, and the Pacers couldn't withstand the pressure at the critical moment and suffered a big reversal. Now that the series is 3-0, it is a matter of time before the Celtics advance. The West is also 2-0, and the Mavericks still won 2 away games, such a scene seems familiar, the last round of the Timberwolves also led 2-0 away from home, and finally won the Nuggets. There are only 6 times in history that they can achieve a reversal in this situation, which is extremely rare, and even the defending champion cannot create a miracle, and the Timberwolves are actually very difficult, and the probability of the Mavericks entering the Finals is also very high. Therefore, we can also boldly assume that the Mavericks and Celtics are about to face off in the Finals. So who is stronger? Comparing the lineups of the Mavericks and the Celtics, the gap between the two sides is clear at a glance

Point guard: Irving vs. Holiday

The two met in the playoffs, when Irving was still with the Nets and Holiday was the Bucks, and Irving was injured after playing less than four games. The four games scored 25 points, 22 points, 22 points, and 11 points, which is not much different from this year's performance. Holiday had 17 points, 13 points, 9 points, 14 points. It's clear that the two are not players at the same level, and even though Holiday may be better on the defensive end, it can't make up for the offensive gap.

Shooting guard: Doncic vs. White

This season, White has performed very well, and can even be regarded as the third big man of the Green Army, reaching the quasi-All-Star level, and even the thigh of the Green Army in some games. But there is no guard in the active league who can match Doncic, who is an MVP in the regular season and can go to the next level in the playoffs, and is a true superstar.

Small forward: Jones vs Brown

As one of the cores of the Celtics, Brown's ability is of course excellent, and in the 3 games of the Eastern Conference Finals, he even has an average output of 30+ per game, and dares to play key shots, and has a strong leadership temperament. Brown's failure to make the All-Star team is a matter of the league's selection, and his true level is in the top 15 of the league.

Power forward: Washington vs Tatum

The gap is even greater, this year Tatum was selected for the first team again, and at the same time ranked sixth on the MVP list, proud of his strength, even if he sometimes played abnormally, but it could not hide his superstar status. Washington broke out in the playoffs, once scoring 20+ in 3 consecutive games, but overall, he is still a role player, and he will have a lot of pressure against Tatum.

Center: Gafford vs Horford

At present, Porzingis' return is not scheduled, and his body is indeed prone to injury, even if he returns to face such a big intensity of the finals, it is likely that he will not be able to stand it, and the Green Army has to rely on the veteran Horford. In this year's playoffs, Horford scored 10.2 points, 7.2 rebounds and 2 three-pointers, and it can be said that the sword is not old, and G3 is that he shot 7 three-pointers and led the big reversal. Coupled with his rich experience and 179 playoff games, he has been more consistent in playing in key moments. Gafford is a blue-collar player in the Mavericks' role, the offensive area is limited to the basket, and the defensive end has a strong presence. Because they are younger and athletic, Gafford and Horford each have an advantage in the matchup. Of course, if Porzingis returns in time and is in good form, the Green Army's No. 5 position will still be stronger.

Sixth man: Lively vs Pritchard

Pritchard is one of the Greens' odd men, and his 45.2 percent three-point shooting is arguably exaggerated. He can often play a microwave-like role in the game, and he can create points as long as he is on the court, so when the Green Army can't open the situation, he is often arranged. Lively is actually the Mavericks' main center, and his role is similar to that of Gafford but he is taller and tougher, and he is the core of the team's interior for many years to come. Although not in the same position, Lively is still a little more capable because he is also important on the defensive end.

In the six positions, the Celtics have an advantage in the big and small forwards, as well as the center position, while the Mavericks are stronger in the guard and sixth man, and the two teams are definitely evenly matched. As a head coach, Mazzulla has good ability, and Kidd has also shown a strong foundation, and I believe this will be a series of wits and courage.

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