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Originally posted by <b>theo4002</b>!
As a Dallas fan whos never seen this organisation (sp?) with a decent center (insert Shawn Bradley joke here) im wondering what to expect from Dampier. Honestly, eben though we payed him that much, I wouldnt be that dissapointed if he only averaged 9/9/2 because he is an inside prescense. I think we will see Dirk look a lot better defensively because of Damps
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You are exactly right about Dirk all of sudden looking alot better on defense as soon as you add Dampier. I have been saying the same thing for years.
The perimeter defenders will also be better because all of sudden they don't have to be quite as cautious about getting right up on thier man. If thier guy does get past them they will at least have someone guarding the basket.
While I don't think the Mavericks will all of sudden turn into the Detroit Pistons on defense, I do expect a big rise in thier defensive rank (Opp FG%, Points allowed, Blocks) this year.