Mavs originally intended to tank in March but Doncic and Irving refused to sit
According to Kevin O’Connor of Fan Duel TV, the Dallas Mavericks originally intended to tank in March
According to Kevin O’Connor of Fan Duel TV, the Dallas Mavericks originally intended to tank in March.
Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic, who both refused to miss any games, opposed the choice.
“Dallas coaches gathered with players in late March to establish a strategy for Markieff Morris and Javale McGee to play more frequently.
When the club waved the white flag, O’Connor claims, “that’s when the tanking was supposed to start, but Luka and Kyrie were upset and both refused to sit.”
The NBA on Friday levied a $750,000 punishment on the Mavs for their tanking behavior and remarks during their contest against the Bulls on April 7.