We have heard the requisite rumors of star Dallas wing Luka Doncic being in the best shape of his career, and star Mavericks floor general Kyrie Irving appears to have shed the constant chaos that followed him everywhere until last season. With the addition of the onetime Dubs marksman to the roster, it could be the missing piece for a return to the finals. It could also be a major miscalculation pending the health and ability left in the tank for Thompson, but only time can tell.

CLNS Media’s Bobby Manning recently took a moment to sit down with Mike Curtis from the Dallas Morning News to talk all things Mavs, Celtics, and finals. Take a look at the clip embedded below to hear what they had to say.

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