It's Time for a Title Mavs Fans: 2 Game Recap (14-8)

[Houndy]

Hey guys! This is my 2nd attempt at an association, with my favorite team, the Dallas Mavericks! I will post 5 game recaps. But, starting sometime in August, I will only post on weekends. It's a mix of Sit's Story like and Lamrock's Recaps

NBA 2k10(XBOX 360)
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12 minute Sim quarters
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Chapter 0 (Proglue)
"We need a New GM," said Mark Cuban. "Sort of what like Liam Washburn is doing to the Raptors and what Will Sit did with the Stealth."
"Why Mark?," asked Rick Carlisle. "Donnie has done us great."
"Donnie is now the president of basketball operations now. We need a new GM."
"What about this kid from the Derby Trailblazers?" asked Rick.
"You mean the guy who was fired from New York, but is from the USA?" asked Mark.
"Yeah him."
"Willie Lewis is good."
"We will win this year."
"With him? Maybe."
* * * * *
Willie Lewis was at his home in New York, just standing around, when he got a phone call.
"Willie Lewis, this is the Dallas Mavericks. We want to hire you for our GM Job. Well, I guarantee you'll take it. Your first task will be to get quality players in a deal we're involved in. Rick, take over."
"Rick here, Mavs Coach. We need a Shooting Guard and a backup Small Forward. Picks wouldn't hurt either. We're going to be in a big trade with the Hornets for Chris Paul, even if we don't get Chris. Good Luck and have a nice day. Your number has been sent to all the GMs."
"Are you serious?" said Willie, staring at his phone.
He took a look at the team's roster.

CENTERS: Brendan Haywood(*), Tyson Chandler, Alexis Ajinca, Ian Mahinimi
POWER FORWARDS: Dirk Nowitzki (*)
SMALL FORWARDS: Caron Butler(*), Shawn Marion(*)
SHOOTING GUARDS: Jason Terry, Deshawn Stevenson
POINT GUARDS: Jason Kidd (*), Rodrigue Beuabois, JJ Barea, Dominique Jones (R)
(*)-Projected Starter
(R)- Rookie

Willie knew he could deal some of the team, and there were a bunch of free agents out there.
"Hello. Is Mr. Finley there? I would like to ask him if he would like to join his former team, the Dallas Mavericks."
Willie's GM duties began then.

[mp3]

Dallas have a loaded team , young and old.

Hopefully you can go deep into the playoffs with that roster.

[Houndy]

Dallas have a loaded team , young and old.

Hopefully you can go deep into the playoffs with that roster.

I hope, just that sometimes Caron doesn't show up or the bench sucks, so it's all Dirk

[mp3]

I always find when i use the Mavs online is that i cant do anything with Kidd , cant shoot , cant rebound and come away with 4 points 3 rebounds 6 assist games

Caron's shot is HARD to master in 2k imo.

[Lamrock]

Me and my friend banned the Lakers, Cavs and Celtics in 2K when we played online, and the Mavs were my second favorite team to use (next to Orlando). Dirk always scored at least half of my points.

[Houndy]

I always find when i use the Mavs online is that i cant do anything with Kidd , cant shoot , cant rebound and come away with 4 points 3 rebounds 6 assist games

Caron's shot is HARD to master in 2k imo.

Jason is a total pain the ass. I can't do crap with him. I do better with Jones and Beabouis, but never him.
Caron heats up, but it's usuallyEric Gordonwho gets to be the sidekick

[Houndy]

Mavericks sign Michael Finley, Tim Thomas, and Da'Sean Butler
The Mavericks brought back two familiar faces.
One who blew Dirk Nowitzki a kiss, and another who was a star.
The other guy will be a familiar face.
The Mavericks agreed to terms with Michael Finley and Tim Thomas, each deal worth 467,000 dollars, for 1 year.
"I am excited to come back the the Mavericks, my home team. I feel like I'm home." said Finley, who had spent the last season with the Boston Celtics

Finley, 37, was cut by Dallas to avoid the Luxury Tax in 2005, and was signed by the Spurs. He spent 5 seasons there, including being punched by Jason Terry in Game 5 of the playoffs. Finley was then bought out by the Spurs and signed with the Celtics.

"I want to thank Dallas for giving me a chance to shine. God Bless Mr. Lewis, Mark, and Donnie." said Thomas.

Thomas, 33, was signed by Dallas last year. He took a leave to take care of his sick daughter. He will backup Dirk Nowitzki.

"I had wished that Miami would've signed, but they'll pay when we win the championship." said Butler.

Butler was drafted by the Heat out of West Virginia. He was a star in West Virginia, leading the Mountaineers to the Final Four, which they ended up losing to Duke in the Semi-Final. Butler and the Mavericks agreed to a 2 year 12.89 million dollar deal. He will be in the D-League for 5 games, and if he shines, will get 2 games in the NBA.

Finley will wear his familiar number 4, with Caron Butler switching to 7.
"We're excited. This year will be a championship year." said Willie Lewis at the press conference.

[Houndy]

Biggest Deal in NBA History: 7 teams, 26 draft picks/player deal

The Mavericks, Bobcats, Magic, Pistons, Hornets, Kings, and Clippers have agreed to the biggest deal in NBA History.

Chris Paul left New Orleans, and well, all hell broke out after that.

In the deal, The Dallas Mavericks receive Mickeal Pietrus, Eric Gordon, and 2 2nd round picks, Gordon will start at the Shooting Guard position, while Pietrus will get plenty of time off of the bench.

"We feel like we have all the pieces to go all the way for a few years." said Willie Lewis, GM of the Dallas Mavericks.

The Clippers, received Shawn Marion and a 2nd round pick from New Orleans. With Marion, they get a great rebounder, and their lineup gets a boost with Aminu being at the 2. "We're excited," said Coach Vinny del Negro "Getting Marion gives us a great rebounder and a great teammate."

The main part of this deal was again, Chris Paul. CP3 went to the Magic, along with Deshawn Stevenson, Samuel Dalembert and a 2nd round pick.
"Man, I think that this is the best team I've ever been on. I am pumped for the season. My legs are jittery. My heart is pounding. We can compete with the Heat. Defiantly." said CP3 in his press conference.
"Am I excited? Hell Yes." said Dwight Howard.

The Hornets got so much players and picks. They got Charlie Villinueva, Craig Smith, Francisco Garcia, Darnell Jackson, a 2nd round pick[1], and 2 1st round picks [2], Erick Dampier.
"We're rebuilding." said GM Dell Demps

The Pistons got a dynamic duo themselves. They received Jameer Nelson, Emeka Okefor, Brian Cook, and 2 2nd round picks.
"We're pumped. We have enough to make a playoff run." said Joe Dumars.

The Bobcats received Peja Stojakovic. "He's a proven winner, he can do us so much." said Micheal Jordan.

The Kings, got expiring contracts in Tayshaun Prince, and Vince Carter. "These two will help us score, score, and score." said Tyreke Evans.

NOTES: The 2nd round pick from Charlotte is if Erick Dampier retires. If he doesn't Charlotte gets the pick....The picks from Orlando and Sacramento cannot be traded for players, just picks.

[mp3]

Wow HUGE deal at 1st when i read the trade title "Biggest Deal in NBA History: 7 teams, 26 draft pics/player deal"

I thought Isiah Thomas had pulled the trigger

Nice pick ups and realistic too !

[Houndy]

Wow HUGE deal at 1st when i read the trade title "Biggest Deal in NBA History: 7 teams, 26 draft pics/player deal"

I thought Isiah Thomas had pulled the trigger

Nice pick ups and realistic too !

Bad Typo I know. It took me 30 minutes to finish the trade.

[mp3]

2k takes up your live but what live would it be without right lol

[J@3]

Jesus that is a huge trade.

[Bucket]

Amazing But You traded away Marion, My favorite Mavs.

[Mark.]

Massive trade, I like how it ended up for the Magic Thought Nawlins might have wanted an extra expiring in there but they do get some good young talent.

[Houndy]

I think it took me 7 mini trades to get it done

[Houndy]

Update for 12 games coming soon

[mp3]

12 games .. you like doing huge updates/trades then

Look forward to it

[Houndy]

MAVS PREVAIL OVER WIZARDS ON OPENING NIGHT
The Mavericks defeated the Washington Wizards 89-84. Both teams were in it until the end, where the Mavs pulled away. Eric Gordon and Mickeal Pietrus had their Maverick debuts, both having 7 points. Dirk Nowitzki had 23 points and 7 rebounds, and Caron Butler had 16 points for his team. "It was a great win," said Gordon. "Being in a Mavs uniform for the First time, this win was extra special."
On the flip side, Gilbert Arenas burned he Mavs for 22, dishing assists to Andrae Blatche and John Wall, who had 17 points in his NBA debut. "I wished that we would've won, but winning isn't everything." said Wall, who was drafted Number 1 Overall out of Kentucky.
"This is the start." said New GM Willie Lewis.

2ND QUARTER LEAVES MAVS IN THE DUST AS THE LAKERS BURN THEM TO A CRISP
The Lakers crushed the Dallas Mavericks 59-103, obviously with some controversy. Eric Gordon had 16 points, sparking the Mavs in the third, but not enough to win. Butler had 12 points, and Dirk had 11. "LA obviously ran up the score. I mean, Sasha Vacrappa was taking 3's with 2 minutes left and being up by almost 30. What the hell is right about that?" said Dominique Jones, rookie out of South Flordia, who had 4 points.
Meanwhile, the Lakers dominated the Mavericks 29-8 in the 2nd quarter. Kobe had 23 points, followed by Ron Artest who had 15. "We didn't run up the score. That fool is pissed that we upended them." replied Artest to the claims of the Mavs' Jones.

MAVERICKS COME BACK TO BEAT THE CLIPPERS
After their horrendous performance against the Lakers, the Mavericks came back to beat the Clippers 83-76. Dirk had 18 points and 5 rebounds, while former Clipper Eric Gordon had 13 points. "Beating the Clippers was great. I feel like a superstar." said Gordon, who was traded to Dallas in the biggest trade in NBA history.
Baron Davis, also known as 'B-Diddy' had 26 Points and 7 assists. His backup, Chris Kaman, had 16 points and 11 rebounds. "We needed him [Eric]. He was the reason we were good and stayed in games." said Baron Davis. Former Maverick Shawn Marion had 7 points.

MAVS CHOKE IN FOURTH TO LOSE TO JAZZ
The Mavericks plain choked against the Jazz, being outscore 30-22 in the fourth to end up losing 100-88. Caron Butler had 22 Points, and Dirk had 15. "We didn't grab rebounds at all. We just stood there expecting our Big Men [Brendan Haywood, Tyson Chandler] to pick up the rebounds. We didn't step it up." said Jason Kidd, who had 6 points.
The Jazz, were just plain dominant. Deron Williams had 35 points and 6 assists, making teardrops almost every time going into the lane. 'Big Ass' Al Jefferson had 15 points and 10 rebounds. "Mavericks are a joke." said Jefferson.

DALLAS CRUSHES HORRID HORNETS
The Mavericks defeated the worst team in the NBA, the New Orleans Hornets, 109-82. The Chris Paul less Hornets haven't won a game. Dirk had 21 points, and Caron had 15 points. "They shouldn't have traded CP3." said Tyson Chandler, who had 11 points off the bench.
The Hornets only dominant man was Darren Collison, who had 25 points. "We sucked so bad, I think Byron [Scott] will be fired soon." said Collison.

DALLAS LOSES A HEARTBREAKER AGAINST THE RAPTORS
The worst way to lose a game is when you're up and choke.
That's how the Mavs lost.
Jarrett 'Lack' Jack hit the game winning three point play to provide Toronto with their second straight win, 98-97. Jack got the ball, took it for a layup, and got fouled by Kidd. Dirk tried a last second three but missed. He had 29 points. "Worst way to lose a game. Just stings in your heart." said Caron Butler who had 15 points.
Leandro Barbosa killed the Mavs, scorching them for 23 like he did when he was with the Suns. Demar DeRozan had 20. "The feeling of a comeback is great." said Jarrett Jack, who had 13 points, 9 assists and the game winning shot.

DALLAS CRUSHES ROCKETS
The Mavericks got off to a fast start and never looked back.
Dirk had 26 points, as he led his Maverick team to a thrashing of the Rockets, 104-88. The 3rd quarter was the key. Dallas outscored Houston 26-16, which gave them a huge lead. "We felt unstoppable." said Eric Gordon, who had 16 points.
Kevin Martin led the Rockets with 28 points, while Yao Ming, had 17 points and 16 rebounds. "Next time, next time." said Shane Battier.

DALLAS CRUSHES SPURS TO MAKE IT 2 IN A ROW
The Mavericks hit the gate running, outscoring the Spurs 37-12 in the 1st to provide a 114-101 victory over the 5-1 Spurs. Eric Gordon had 23, Dirk had 21. "Hitting the gate running was fun, but next time, we're going to crush them so bad next time they'll cry." said Gordon, who now is getting to the rivalry part of joining the Mavs.
Tony Parker had 24 points and 6 assists. Timmy D had 20 Points and 7 Rebounds. "Next time, they'll see a different team." said Parker.

MAVS DOWNPLAY SURGING WOLVES
The Mavericks under estimated the Minnesota Timberwolves, as they fell to them 97-87. The Wolves made a run in the Fourth, while Dallas made one more push which failed after Wes Johnson drained a 3. Dirk had 22 and 8 rebounds. "We fell to the Wolves' trap. We just didn't preform good." said Caron Butler, who had 14 points.
The Wes Johnson show has continued. Wes had 23 points, and Micheal Beasley had 18. "We showed them the future." said Delonte West, who had 14 points.

MAVS LOSE TO PISTONS, BRAWL BETWEEN BUTLER AND STUCKEY OVERSHADOWS BEN GORDON'S 19
A Brawl with 4 minutes left in the game overshadowed a Pistons Victory, which was 97-79.
Caron Butler was attempting to block Jameer Nelson's layup, when Rodney Stuckey ran into him, slamming the small forward to the ground. "My first instinct was, I'm going to kick that guy's ass." said Butler. Emeka Okefor seperated the two.
Dirk had 18, as did Caron. "Don't want to talk about it." replied Coach Rick Carlisle.
Ben Gordon led the team with 19 points. The Pistons left without talking to the Press.

MAVS COMEBACK AND BEAT MILWAUKEE 98-90
The Mavs defeated the Bucks 98-90. after dominating most of the game. The Mavs choked again in the fourth, but this time it didn't cost them. Caron had 25, and Dirk had 19. "We almost choked again." said GM Willie Lewis, chuckling.
The Bucks had a one man show: John Salmons. 18 points for him. "Devastated, we took so much effort to come back." said Andrew Bogut, who had 8 points and 8 rebounds.

MAVS LOSE THE 2ND GAME AGAINST SPURS
The Mavericks have something with choking: It doesn't happen in the fourth anymore.
The Mavericks were outscored 30-20 in the Third to lose to the Spurs 103-95. Dirk had 20, and Gordon had 18. "We could hear the chants from some of the Spur Fans in our arena saying 'MAVERICKS SUCK, MAVERICKS SUCK.' That's how bad it was." said Micheal Finley, who had 5 points.
Tony Parker had 25 points, and 14 assists, making it by far the best performance in this season. Manu had 21 points. "We want to face them in the playoffs." said Timmy D, who had 18 points and 11 rebounds.

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Mavericks Record: 6-6

More Updates Coming Soon (Transactions, Rumour Mill, etc.)

[kidgravity]

1-1 against the Spurs. you better make that 3-1 by the season's end . Though I think I should point out that "crush" would be better to replace "crushes" in your recaps.

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The video's are sweet so much better than ps3 uploads , but how do you get them on youtube ?

[Houndy]

1-1 against the Spurs. you better make that 3-1 by the season's end . Though I think I should point out that "crush" would be better to replace "crushes" in your recaps.

I know, made a mistake but never had a chance to edit it

[Houndy]

NBA.com reports
DWAYNE WADE OUT FOR SEASON WITH BROKEN PATELLA/ HEAT ACQUIRE THORNTON FROM HORNETS

Dwyane Wade broke his Patella in the game against the New Orleans Hornets. He fell down and smashed his kneecap area, resulting in a season ending injury that will require surgery.
"We are disappointed that Dwayne got injured so early in the season, he was a major part of the Big Three." said President of the Heat Pat Riley.
LeBron posted on his Twitter saying "I am devastated for Dwayne, he's like a brother to me. May he get better soon."
Chris Bosh said that he was "in shock" when he heard Wade was out for the rest of the year.
"I felt bad, I felt so bad." he said.

The Team went off to find a replacement and they did.
Miami acquired Marcus Thornton from the Hornets
Miami sent Carlos Arroyo, and 2 2nd rounders, one this year and one next year, to the Hornets for Marcus and a 2nd round pick this year.
"This is Dwayne's replacement, he's the best out there. We were lucky to get him." said Pat Riley, at Marcus' press conference.
The Hornets however, are just rebuilding. They traded away their key players for draft picks. "We're ready for a push next year." said Dell Demps.

TRADE SUMMARY
HORNETS:


HEAT

Trade Report coming soon

[Houndy]

Tomorrow, Chapter 1, First 16 games update, League News, and more.

[mp3]

Damm HUGE injury for the Heat but not a bad pick up in Marcus Thornton.

[rise]

Damn it that really sucks for D-Wade and Miami. Now it's just Bron and Bosh. Is Miami making Mike Miller the starting SG?