Lively was the difference maker. Came back on with 2 mins to go and the Mavs went on a 9-2 run. His defensive effort was critical in the win tonight.

His vertical scoring ability as a lob threat completely changes the dynamic of the Mavs offense. Stopping Luka and Lively going downhill is going to be a challenge for the league with Luka’s elite playmaking and scoring ability

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      1 year ago

      I can see him being a perimeter threat one day since he has pretty good form, but I don’t see it happening any time soon. He has too much to work on to commit to what is likely to be an inefficient play.

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      1 year ago

      Some of his pre-draft workout videos had him going like 12 for 12 from three so the potential is there. I don’t think they will ask him to incorporate that into his game anytime soon though. Focus will be hanging on defensively in games and continuing to improve his rim rolling with Luka/Kai