Dallas Mavericks News: Legend Reveals Bold Round 1 Playoff Prediction
The Dallas Mavericks are set to face the Utah Jazz in the first round of the playoffs, and a team legend has revealed his bold prediction for the series.
Dirk Nowitzki, the former Mavericks star, believes that Dallas can upset the Jazz in six games.
Nowitzki was asked about his prediction for the series during an interview with ESPN, and he said, "I think the Mavericks can win this series in six games." He added, "They have a lot of young talent, and they're playing with a lot of confidence right now."
The Mavericks have been one of the most surprising teams in the NBA this season, finishing with a 52-30 record to earn the fourth seed in the Western Conference. They have been led by Luka Doncic, who has averaged 28.4 points, 9.1 rebounds, and 8.7 assists per game this season.
The Jazz, on the other hand, are the top seed in the Western Conference with a record of 64-18. They have been led by Donovan Mitchell, who has averaged 26.4 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 5.2 assists per game this season.
The two teams have met twice during the regular season, with the Jazz winning both games. However, the Mavericks have been playing well since the All-Star break, and they will be confident that they can upset the Jazz in the playoffs.
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