Dunc'd On Basketball NBA Podcast Nate Duncan

One of the best organizations in the NBA is finally rewarded with an elusive championship. What path did they take to get to this point, and how did the players, coaches, and organization evolve along the journey? Plus, where does this Boston team rank historically after dominant regular and postseasons?

What do we make of the Mavericks season after a great run ended with a loss in the Finals?

French big man Alex Sarr’s itinerant path from Spain to Overtime Elite to Australia has him in contention for the number 1 pick. How do Nate and Danny think he stacks up, and what are his big strengths and weaknesses?

Despite the absence of Kristaps Porzingis, the Celtics largely controlled Game 3 as they played their game and the Mavericks couldn’t play theirs.

We also remember the amazing basketball life of Jerry West.

The Dallas Mavericks are in an 0-2 hole, and despite their best efforts the Celtics still present the same major issues to them as in Game 1. How did the Celtics seize control of the series, and what counters remain to them?

Plus, we turn into ESPN for a few minutes at the end.

Boston serves notices that their system and personnel will be a totally different kind of nut for Dallas to crack, as most of their inherent advantages told in Game 1. How can Dallas adjust to stay in the series in Game 2?

The Wolves just had a dream season, but now must pay to keep this group together, and somehow get better. What will it cost ownership money-wise, and what are the restrictions if they do not avoid the dreaded Second Apron? Could they actually trade Karl-Anthony Towns, and would it make sense to do so as anything other than a money-saving move?

The Kings have Mike Brown back in the fold after some very public negotiations, but they are limited in how much they can pay Malik Monk.  What are their options for improving, both if they can and can’t retain Monk?