My five biggest things I want to see lively improve on 1. Strength- will help with rebounding, defending and finishing through contact, and injuries even though some of his injuries where just really bad luck injuries. 2. Blocks/interior defence - pretty much just average more blocks or change slot more shots without fouling. 3. The 3point shot- him being able to spread the floor at atleast even 30% this year would be absolutely massive and that’s me thinking positive. 4. Switch ability defence- him being able to guard the perimeter better will improve the mavs defence and his chance at all defensive tea. 5. I’m not even to sure about this last spot, those pretty much cover everything, maybe some post game but I don’t see that helping to much, maybe he posts someone smaller, a person comes to doubles and lively kicks to the open shooter That’s what I’d love to see lively improve on
D Live's issue in the finals was not his 3pt shot. He needs to develop a post-game. Tatum guarded him allowing him to switch on LuKai pick and rolls negating any advantage of a screen. If D Live is guarded by a wing he needs to be able to abuse that mismatch into submission like Porzingis did.
Definitely a post up game or finishing out of the short roll I think is even more important than a 3ball. Also finishing after an offensive rebound instead of looking to pass immediately
Agreed. A reliable post move, a reliable 5-10 ft push shot and shooting 70+% from the line constantly. If he is able to do at least 2 of those 3 things, I would be more then happy with his progression.
he needs to be in those chet and wemby convos for sure if he wasn't already. One of the biggest +/- in the playoffs out of anyone is a monumental feat as a rookie.
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18:30 Dana was basically describing prime Pau Gasol😅 a d DLive reminds me of him a lot because of his good foundation and smarts. He can be that kind of player for sure.
He needs to go spend the summer with Jokic. No one has better post moves than Joker and he does it with almost no athletic ability. You can see how many moves Jokic stole from McHale (maybe the best ever) and that's EXACTLY what Lively needs. A mini-hook, an up-and-under, and a good pump fake with the ability to nail the 2-5' jumper. That will make him devastating for the Mavs, and we already know he has touch if he wants to go to the 3pt line and take a few corner shots.
the fine would not have had to be paid at all if Kidd hadn't idiotically admitted to tanking after the game. A lot of teams tank at the end of the season, so who really cares about that? Only Knicks fans as they wanted the pick.
1st let him get some real post moves and become a reliable FT shooter. Dont force things he just isnt ready for. He is a Center, so built him up from the inside out over the next years. I dont need him shooting 3's. How about he would be able to get some post moves and a push shot 1st? You know, get an entry pass and get to work. How about he learns that 1st?
Before the assumption he has to develop his 3 shot, how about first development of 4 to 5 inside the paint with great footwork. Next work on free throws. Then move out to pick & pop shot 10 to 15 foot range and short corner shot. Do what we need you to do. We don't need him to shoot 3 ball in year two. Work on it? Of course. But there are other things he needs to improve on before saying hit multiple 3 per game. Great great comments from Danna on Liv. Enjoyed.
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I believe people are forgetting that Gafford has entered his prime years of basketball. I like DLive but Gafford is about to get a full training camp with Luka and Kyrie. Both Daniel and Derrick are extremely important talented pieces for the Mavericks, but Gafford is a grown ass man with a grown ass man body right now. If DLive shoots the 3 at 36% early, then that will set him apart.
Lively was better than Gafford even last season, as a rookie. Gafford is a premium backup, and could start on a lot of teams, but Lively is just better and his potential is just through the roof. Lively is more switchable, significantly bigger and longer, better passer and has shooting potential. The only thing that Gafford has on him is finishing, but that is not enough.
I think there is not alot difference but Liv upside is more. I think a full training camp with both being healthy then one will sho to Kidd as starter, but I think both getting +20 mins especially early season helps team and keeps both healthy. Back those 2 up with the 7'6 kid we are solid at tge 5 spot for at least the next 5 years.
If Gafford didn’t have his 7 ft wingspan and freak athleticism, he’d be another Powell. Yes he’s a good center. But he’ll thrive coming off the bench to relieve lively. Shit, this WHOLE offense would benefit greatly with him coming off the bench.
Does anybody know when Spencer is supposed to officially sign? Ever since Deandre Jordan flaked on us I guess nervous until they actually put pen to paper.
Liv is a rookie who had a good not great first season. The Good he finishes the lobs from Luka, sets good screens, good passer, ok but not great rebounder, and rim protector. Now the not so good, not good hands, not good footwork on either end of court thus uses his hands way too much resulting in silly fouls and getting into foul trouble. Also outside lobs or putbacks weak offensive skills at this time. But remember he was not a star at Duke and considering where he was drafted the tragic loss of his Mom, he will get better. His upside and potential is possible All Star level. Needs to get stronger, work on open shots & free throws. But we should great improvement next year. IMO by year 4 or 5 he is possibly an All Star. Keep working big fellow we need you. Also great we have Gafford to give us a solid center as well.
How about some realistic expectations? A jump hook, shoot 8 to 10 footers facing the basket (and using the glass), one or two dribbles going to basket, fewer “silly” fouls, and increase free throw % by 5. A little better D would be nice, but he is already maybe the best Mavs have ever had. 3s are easy to practice and he can take 50 a day in practice and see how good he can get. He may be the same or a little worse, so keep expectations in check.
D Live is America's counter to Wemby!!! The Man is INCREDIIIIBLE!!!!!!! This incredible young man has unmatched athleticism and Vertical for that size!!! He will be a Anthony Davis type allstar sooooon! Mark my words!!!!!!!!💪💪💪💪 Absolutely believe he has the potential to be a great in this league 1 million percent!!!! Mental game is on point too!!!!!!!!!!!! Go DLive Gooooo!!!!!
Guys calm down we arent sharing our ideal player ideas lol. As a realistic expectation, commit less fauls, finish more wise and strong in short roll if he isnt sharing the ball after it. I dont think 3ball is this easy to implement but would i be surprised if he starts making threes after deadline and enters the playoffs with a 3ball threat??? Hell naw. Dude gained something really valuable every month last season.
One of my greatest fears is we are good but not great with Klay in the starting 5 and we start games AND END GAMES better with Naji in the starting lineup. That might be a hard pill for Thompson to swallow. Both were identical in three point efficiency (38.7) and I would have to assume Marshall would be a better fit and more impactful player on the defensive end. I’d prefer him on the court with Lively, PJ, Kyrie and Luka at the end of games and probably in the first six minutes of each half as well. I don’t think sixth man of the year potential holds much sway for a future hall of famer, even though Ginoboli made the Spurs unstoppable by deferring to Bowen and Kawhi in San Antonio.
Just on the efficiency end. Klay is the better 3 point shooter which includes volume. If Naji took as many as Klay his efficiency and percentage would most likely go down as seen with other low volume high efficiency shooters.
@@BossMkII agreed but who do you want taking big shots late in games? Luka, Kyrie or Klay? Because after the shot goes up we have to run back on defense. I’m not certain you don’t sit Kyrie late in games when we are ahead in favor of Grimes. Especially when we are well ahead. Running around screens defending against threes isn’t what those two guys do best. A defensive alignment of Lively-PJ-Luka-Naji and Grimes in the last 2-3 minutes WHEN WE ARE UP might be the best lineup we have. Something similar to what we had late in games last year with Jones and Green when we needed stops more than baskets. Besides Thompson might not freak out as much when he’s on the bench late if Kyrie is there with him. If we have a few dry possessions you reinsert Irving and Klay to go get a couple of Scores. I’ve watched about 20 warriors games from last year and I know this is a possible outcome at some point in the season. Regardless I’m excited to see how it all unfolds. Just win baby 😎……
I wouldnt compare them from 3. Klay shoots ridiculous volume off of action, with defenses focused on guarding him for the 3. Very few ever in the nba match his 3 pt capabilities. Taking a set 3pt shot off a pass with space doesn’t compare to what Klay does
This is why 3p% is misleading. 35% on 10 attempts is better than 40% on 3 attempts. Let’s take Exum for example; he has 49% on 2 attempts and Luka has 38% on 10 attempts. Now would you say Exum is a better 3p shooter than Luka? No.
@@smag7477 it’s not “misleading”. If Klay takes fewer threes at a much higher percentage that’s a good thing. If he’s not taking the shot on a possession Luka or Kyrie is. It’s about efficiency and taking the shots YOU CAN MAKE. What is underrated is guys who can get to the free throw line and don’t commit turnovers and offensive fouls. That’s what makes SGA so valuable. Led the league in free throw makes while only committing 2.2 turnovers a game (Luka was 4.0). Usually it makes more sense to lower your head and get to the basket, as long as you don’t turn the ball over a lot when you do it. You live by the three and in Klay’s case you sometimes die by it. He definitely did in Sacramento. As dumb as it sounds sometimes it makes more sense to take the 24 second violation than to give up the easy basket on the other end because you are late getting back in transition. Those ten missed shots just killed golden state in that game. He has a habit of doing that. So did Tim and so does Hardy occasionally. KP is another one. The reckless jump shot is a killer in the modern nba. Put your mouthpiece in and get physical in the paint. IF YOU CAN.
They only asked him to do what he's great at. As much as luka spoon fed him buckets, lively unlocked the luka ran offense. Forcing a 3 on 2 in the pick and roll and setting up corner 3s. If lively can develop a scoring threat out of that short roll(draymond or sabonis), the league is in trouble. They didn't ask him to shoot but he can knock down 3pters
I don’t think D-Live will make a huge leap because he’s already so good. Some players learn quickly so they reach or get close to there ceiling fast. I do see him becoming more refined though…committing less fouls, developing in the post, less turnovers, not jumping on pump fakes, and that kind of stuff.
In this Day & age DLive really needs to capitalize on being a Stretch-five and having a bag. I hope he improves so much and Kidd to give him the green light.
@Lockedonmavericks injury prone means that you have muscle injuries and injuries withou contact..if you step on someone or you land hard because someone undercuts you or and elbow breaks you nose you are not injury prone you are unlucky. Players like Luka get injured mainly because other players are hitting them and kicking them which does not mean they are injury prone..look at embid he is Injury prone because his knees are out with him just landing on them.
That rookie to second year leap is always amazing and can only imagine what type of beast d live becomes💪🏻💙🔥
My five biggest things I want to see lively improve on
1. Strength- will help with rebounding, defending and finishing through contact, and injuries even though some of his injuries where just really bad luck injuries.
2. Blocks/interior defence - pretty much just average more blocks or change slot more shots without fouling.
3. The 3point shot- him being able to spread the floor at atleast even 30% this year would be absolutely massive and that’s me thinking positive.
4. Switch ability defence- him being able to guard the perimeter better will improve the mavs defence and his chance at all defensive tea.
5. I’m not even to sure about this last spot, those pretty much cover everything, maybe some post game but I don’t see that helping to much, maybe he posts someone smaller, a person comes to doubles and lively kicks to the open shooter
That’s what I’d love to see lively improve on
D Live's issue in the finals was not his 3pt shot. He needs to develop a post-game. Tatum guarded him allowing him to switch on LuKai pick and rolls negating any advantage of a screen. If D Live is guarded by a wing he needs to be able to abuse that mismatch into submission like Porzingis did.
Definitely a post up game or finishing out of the short roll I think is even more important than a 3ball. Also finishing after an offensive rebound instead of looking to pass immediately
bro is grinding this offseason lol
Man has post moves range and off the dribble post plays. In 1 off season. That shit will infect the whole squad😊
Dlive needs a strong post move like a power dribble or sum.
Agreed. A reliable post move, a reliable 5-10 ft push shot and shooting 70+% from the line constantly. If he is able to do at least 2 of those 3 things, I would be more then happy with his progression.
Exactly they’re worried about him taking jump shots when they should be talking about him finishing at the rim
he needs to be in those chet and wemby convos for sure if he wasn't already. One of the biggest +/- in the playoffs out of anyone is a monumental feat as a rookie.
18:30 Dana was basically describing prime Pau Gasol😅 a d DLive reminds me of him a lot because of his good foundation and smarts. He can be that kind of player for sure.
He needs to go spend the summer with Jokic. No one has better post moves than Joker and he does it with almost no athletic ability. You can see how many moves Jokic stole from McHale (maybe the best ever) and that's EXACTLY what Lively needs. A mini-hook, an up-and-under, and a good pump fake with the ability to nail the 2-5' jumper. That will make him devastating for the Mavs, and we already know he has touch if he wants to go to the 3pt line and take a few corner shots.
@@SDesWriter Yeah right, Jokic might not have much vertical, but he is one if the faster centers.
Credit the tanking season. Cuban didn't care and payed the fine happily..or we wouldn't have gotten D Live..
the fine would not have had to be paid at all if Kidd hadn't idiotically admitted to tanking after the game. A lot of teams tank at the end of the season, so who really cares about that? Only Knicks fans as they wanted the pick.
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Hi Nick, I miss the podcast. Can’t wait to hear the next episode. Everything alright?
Dlive needs to be a Stretch-five and develop his bag. Kidd needs to implement this!
He shooting lights out what I saw in practice 😅
@@BubaJapanska yeah that’s what I’m saying. He clearly is capable of it.
1st let him get some real post moves and become a reliable FT shooter. Dont force things he just isnt ready for. He is a Center, so built him up from the inside out over the next years. I dont need him shooting 3's. How about he would be able to get some post moves and a push shot 1st? You know, get an entry pass and get to work. How about he learns that 1st?
Before the assumption he has to develop his 3 shot, how about first development of 4 to 5 inside the paint with great footwork. Next work on free throws. Then move out to pick & pop shot 10 to 15 foot range and short corner shot. Do what we need you to do. We don't need him to shoot 3 ball in year two. Work on it? Of course. But there are other things he needs to improve on before saying hit multiple 3 per game. Great great comments from Danna on Liv. Enjoyed.
I believe people are forgetting that Gafford has entered his prime years of basketball. I like DLive but Gafford is about to get a full training camp with Luka and Kyrie. Both Daniel and Derrick are extremely important talented pieces for the Mavericks, but Gafford is a grown ass man with a grown ass man body right now. If DLive shoots the 3 at 36% early, then that will set him apart.
we all like gafford, but DLive is a more switchable defender and has a higher ceiling
Lively was better than Gafford even last season, as a rookie. Gafford is a premium backup, and could start on a lot of teams, but Lively is just better and his potential is just through the roof. Lively is more switchable, significantly bigger and longer, better passer and has shooting potential. The only thing that Gafford has on him is finishing, but that is not enough.
@@myrdin9216Gafford is better at getting blocks.
I think there is not alot difference but Liv upside is more. I think a full training camp with both being healthy then one will sho to Kidd as starter, but I think both getting +20 mins especially early season helps team and keeps both healthy. Back those 2 up with the 7'6 kid we are solid at tge 5 spot for at least the next 5 years.
If Gafford didn’t have his 7 ft wingspan and freak athleticism, he’d be another Powell. Yes he’s a good center. But he’ll thrive coming off the bench to relieve lively. Shit, this WHOLE offense would benefit greatly with him coming off the bench.
Bold of you to assume this was my first listen of the day
I NEED MORE LIVELY ROOKIE CARDS
First thing he needs to improve is his free throw percentage. After that he can work on 1-2 3s per game
Does anybody know when Spencer is supposed to officially sign? Ever since Deandre Jordan flaked on us I guess nervous until they actually put pen to paper.
Liv is a rookie who had a good not great first season. The Good he finishes the lobs from Luka, sets good screens, good passer, ok but not great rebounder, and rim protector. Now the not so good, not good hands, not good footwork on either end of court thus uses his hands way too much resulting in silly fouls and getting into foul trouble. Also outside lobs or putbacks weak offensive skills at this time. But remember he was not a star at Duke and considering where he was drafted the tragic loss of his Mom, he will get better. His upside and potential is possible All Star level. Needs to get stronger, work on open shots & free throws. But we should great improvement next year. IMO by year 4 or 5 he is possibly an All Star. Keep working big fellow we need you. Also great we have Gafford to give us a solid center as well.
He had a great rookie season by NBA rookie center standards
Best $750k EVER spent!! Thanks for the tank!
How about some realistic expectations? A jump hook, shoot 8 to 10 footers facing the basket (and using the glass), one or two dribbles going to basket, fewer “silly” fouls, and increase free throw % by 5. A little better D would be nice, but he is already maybe the best Mavs have ever had. 3s are easy to practice and he can take 50 a day in practice and see how good he can get. He may be the same or a little worse, so keep expectations in check.
Nick rizzing up Dana at the end 😂
If he keeps developing, he could be a fringe all dtar next year.
Dirk needs to teach him the Hasselhoff song he sang at the free throw line!
D Live is America's counter to Wemby!!! The Man is INCREDIIIIBLE!!!!!!! This incredible young man has unmatched athleticism and Vertical for that size!!! He will be a Anthony Davis type allstar sooooon! Mark my words!!!!!!!!💪💪💪💪 Absolutely believe he has the potential to be a great in this league 1 million percent!!!! Mental game is on point too!!!!!!!!!!!! Go DLive Gooooo!!!!!
His ceiling is all nba no doubt!
I feel like gafford is being put on the back burner
Guys calm down we arent sharing our ideal player ideas lol. As a realistic expectation, commit less fauls, finish more wise and strong in short roll if he isnt sharing the ball after it. I dont think 3ball is this easy to implement but would i be surprised if he starts making threes after deadline and enters the playoffs with a 3ball threat??? Hell naw. Dude gained something really valuable every month last season.
Luka and DLive is the next Kobe and Pau
How about let’s start by Lively improving on finishing around the rim and against smaller players
D-Live could be exactly what we wanted Tingus Pingus to be
Can we sign Kenny lofton instead of Morris please I am begging this guy has game
One of my greatest fears is we are good but not great with Klay in the starting 5 and we start games AND END GAMES better with Naji in the starting lineup. That might be a hard pill for Thompson to swallow. Both were identical in three point efficiency (38.7) and I would have to assume Marshall would be a better fit and more impactful player on the defensive end. I’d prefer him on the court with Lively, PJ, Kyrie and Luka at the end of games and probably in the first six minutes of each half as well. I don’t think sixth man of the year potential holds much sway for a future hall of famer, even though Ginoboli made the Spurs unstoppable by deferring to Bowen and Kawhi in San Antonio.
Just on the efficiency end. Klay is the better 3 point shooter which includes volume. If Naji took as many as Klay his efficiency and percentage would most likely go down as seen with other low volume high efficiency shooters.
@@BossMkII agreed but who do you want taking big shots late in games? Luka, Kyrie or Klay?
Because after the shot goes up we have to run back on defense. I’m not certain you don’t sit Kyrie late in games when we are ahead in favor of Grimes. Especially when we are well ahead.
Running around screens defending against threes isn’t what those two guys do best. A defensive alignment of Lively-PJ-Luka-Naji and Grimes in the last 2-3 minutes WHEN WE ARE UP might be the best lineup we have. Something similar to what we had late in games last year with Jones and Green when we needed stops more than baskets. Besides Thompson might not freak out as much when he’s on the bench late if Kyrie is there with him. If we have a few dry possessions you reinsert Irving and Klay to go get a couple of
Scores. I’ve watched about 20 warriors games from last year and I know this is a possible outcome at some point in the season. Regardless I’m excited to see how it all unfolds.
Just win baby 😎……
I wouldnt compare them from 3. Klay shoots ridiculous volume off of action, with defenses focused on guarding him for the 3. Very few ever in the nba match his 3 pt capabilities. Taking a set 3pt shot off a pass with space doesn’t compare to what Klay does
This is why 3p% is misleading. 35% on 10 attempts is better than 40% on 3 attempts. Let’s take Exum for example; he has 49% on 2 attempts and Luka has 38% on 10 attempts. Now would you say Exum is a better 3p shooter than Luka? No.
@@smag7477 it’s not “misleading”. If Klay takes fewer threes at a much higher percentage that’s a good thing. If he’s not taking the shot on a possession Luka or Kyrie is. It’s about efficiency and taking the shots YOU CAN MAKE. What is underrated is guys who can get to the free throw line and don’t commit turnovers and offensive fouls. That’s what makes SGA so valuable.
Led the league in free throw makes while only committing 2.2 turnovers a game (Luka was 4.0). Usually it makes more sense to lower your head and get to the basket, as long as you don’t turn the ball over a lot when you do it.
You live by the three and in Klay’s case you sometimes die by it. He definitely did in Sacramento. As dumb as it sounds sometimes it makes more sense to take the 24 second violation than to give up the easy basket on the other end because you are late getting back in transition. Those ten missed shots just killed golden state in that game. He has a habit of doing that. So did Tim and so does Hardy occasionally. KP is another one. The reckless jump shot is a killer in the modern nba. Put your mouthpiece in and get physical in the paint.
IF YOU CAN.
He should have been able to play the summer league..
True he should’ve gotten a ton of touches and worked on his post game
Can we get the old intro music back?! 😁
I think he had to give it up because the network got bigger . He talked about it in an episode last month or so
Fr. Kinda lame and corporate sounding 😢
They only asked him to do what he's great at. As much as luka spoon fed him buckets, lively unlocked the luka ran offense. Forcing a 3 on 2 in the pick and roll and setting up corner 3s. If lively can develop a scoring threat out of that short roll(draymond or sabonis), the league is in trouble. They didn't ask him to shoot but he can knock down 3pters
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I don’t think D-Live will make a huge leap because he’s already so good. Some players learn quickly so they reach or get close to there ceiling fast. I do see him becoming more refined though…committing less fouls, developing in the post, less turnovers, not jumping on pump fakes, and that kind of stuff.
In this Day & age DLive really needs to capitalize on being a Stretch-five and having a bag. I hope he improves so much and Kidd to give him the green light.
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get rodman for rebounds and dirk for offense to teach lively
@Lockedonmavericks injury prone means that you have muscle injuries and injuries withou contact..if you step on someone or you land hard because someone undercuts you or and elbow breaks you nose you are not injury prone you are unlucky. Players like Luka get injured mainly because other players are hitting them and kicking them which does not mean they are injury prone..look at embid he is Injury prone because his knees are out with him just landing on them.
I have two Sons ....Dallas and Maverick ... They're both hoping for a 2025🏆
The simplest answer is a consistent 3 ball. Maybe 2/3 a game
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he can shoot but he doesn't like to shoot, he needs to shoot more cus he can, also work on his post moves, he has the pre muscle gain giannis body
DLive needs to develop another offensive move other than catch a dunk....i.e., a respectable jump shot or a post up move.
35% three point shooting with 5 shot attempts per game
I think his IQ and just preparation will just take a leap
Rookie of the year... Went to the finals brah
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intro stinks rn
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