Here comes the Mavericks. Starting roster:
PG - Jason Terry
SG - Devin Harris
SF - Josh Howard
PF - Dirk Nowitzki
C - DeSagana Diop
The big debate for me is who to start between Erick Dampier and DeSagana Diop. Dampier is perhaps a more rounded player since he has slightly better offensive skills while still being a good defensive player. In the end, however, I went with Diop because he's better defensively and seems to better compliment other starters who are all scorers that will take majority of the shots. I especially can't resist his great shotblocking ability. Now for the plays:
Baseline Exchange (Motion 1 set)
This play is good for Dirk to get him the ball on the wing near the baseline. Terry has the ball at the top of the key, then passes it to Howard standing a few feet away behind the arc. Howard then moves toward the top of the key and looks for Dirk to make his move from the opposite side of the court toward the near-side baseline, then gets Dirk the ball about 12-15 away from the basket.
High Post Clear PF (Motion 1 set)
This play can be ran for Dirk just about the same exact way at if it's done with KG. So check the T'Wolves section for description of this one.
PG Take (Motion 1 set)
This is a good play to run to get Terry the ball on the wing. Check the Bulls section for explanation of this play.
PG Reversal (1-4 High)
Another good play for Terry to take full advantage of his skills. Refer to the Knicks section for the description of it.
Pick Roll Forwards (Motion 2 set)
This is a play involving Dirk setting up in the post and Josh Howard standing on the perimeter near him. Check the Pistons section for explanation of this one.
SG Take (Motion 1 set)
This is basically an Isolation play for Harris. He's not a great shooter, but it's still possible to take full advantage of his quickness and handles in this play. Harris should be able to get by just about anyone who guards him one-on-one.
Give Back (Motion 5 set)
This is a play that has changed a bit from past NBA/CH 2K games. It involves Harris and Howard running a loose version of the weave. In this play Harris gets the ball from Terry near the top of the key then drives to the baket. On his way to the basket Harris dishes it off to Howard heading toward the baseline. Or Harris can keep the ball and look to score himself.
Rub Read (Motion 5 set)
This is a play that can be executed with Dirk and Devin. Check the Magic section for explanation of this play. However, this play can be more effective for the Mavs than it is for the Magic since Dirk is a much better shooter than Dwight Howard.
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