2024 NBA Finals Game 2; Lakers Coach Not Done Yet

The 2024 Mock Offseason is here. Kevin Pelton of ESPN, Danny Leroux, and Dan Feldman control the 30 teams, and Nate Duncan is the player agent as they game out the offseason. In Part 1, each GM lays out the goals for their team. Then, Donovan Mitchell weighs whether to extend with Cleveland or evaluate potential trade suitors, Paul George decides whether to remain in LA or explore other cap space destinations, OG Anunoby weighs his offers, and LeBron James hammers out a deal.Use the code mockoffseason2024 to get 25% off Dunc’d On Prime to hear Part 2. Use code mockoffseason2024 to get 25% off on Dunc’d On Prime through July 3. It’s the only place to get four more episodes per week of Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMSubscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see the key moments from the pod each week.

One of the best organizations in the NBA is finally rewarded with an elusive championship. What path did they take to get to this point, and how did the players, coaches, and organization evolve along the journey? Plus, where does this Boston team rank historically after dominant regular and postseasons?What do we make of the Mavericks season after a great run ended with a loss in the Finals?French big man Alex Sarr’s itinerant path from Spain to Overtime Elite to Australia has him in contention for the number 1 pick. How do Nate and Danny think he stacks up, and what are his big strengths and weaknesses? Use code mockoffseason2024 to get 25% off on Dunc’d On Prime through July 3. It’s the only place to get four more episodes per week of Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMSubscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see the key moments from the pod each week.

Dallas salvages some pride with a massive blowout victory. Will this mean a sea change in this series going forward? What adjustments can Boston bring? Use code mockoffseason2024 to get 25% off on Dunc’d On Prime through July 3. It’s the only place to get four more episodes per week of Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMSubscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see the key moments from the pod each week.

Despite the absence of Kristaps Porzingis, the Celtics largely controlled Game 3 as they played their game and the Mavericks couldn’t play theirs.We also remember the amazing basketball life of Jerry West. Use code mockoffseason2024 to get 25% off on Dunc’d On Prime through July 3. It’s the only place to get four more episodes per week of Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMSubscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see the key moments from the pod each week.

The Dallas Mavericks are in an 0-2 hole, and despite their best efforts the Celtics still present the same major issues to them as in Game 1. How did the Celtics seize control of the series, and what counters remain to them?Plus, we turn into ESPN for a few minutes at the end. Use code mockoffseason2024 to get 25% off on Dunc’d On Prime through July 3. It’s the only place to get four more episodes per week of Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMSubscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see the key moments from the pod each week.

Boston serves notices that their system and personnel will be a totally different kind of nut for Dallas to crack, as most of their inherent advantages told in Game 1.  How can Dallas adjust to stay in the series in Game 2? Use code mockoffseason2024 to get 25% off on Dunc’d On Prime through July 3. It’s the only place to get four more episodes per week of Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMSubscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see the key moments from the pod each week.

The Wolves just had a dream season, but now must pay to keep this group together, and somehow get better. What will it cost ownership money-wise, and what are the restrictions if they do not avoid the dreaded Second Apron? Could they actually trade Karl-Anthony Towns, and would it make sense to do so as anything other than a money-saving move?The Kings have Mike Brown back in the fold after some very public negotiations, but they are limited in how much they can pay Malik Monk.  What are their options for improving, both if they can and can’t retain Monk? Use code mockoffseason2024 to get 25% off on Dunc’d On Prime through July 3. It’s the only place to get four more episodes per week of Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMSubscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see the key moments from the pod each week.

Luka Doncic gives new meaning to the term “coming out aggressive” and sends the Wolves into the Minnesota night. We revisit how he and the Mavs were able to rebuild their team and make their 3rd NBA Finals appearance.We then start our draft scouting with wing prospect Zaccharie Risacher of France, who is in contention to be the number one overall pick. Use code mockoffseason2024 to get 25% off on Dunc’d On Prime through July 3. It’s the only place to get four more episodes per week of Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMSubscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see the key moments from the pod each week.

Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, and Daniel Gafford bring Dallas home as Minnesota’s late-game offense again short-circuits, and the Mavs are now a game away from the NBA Finals.The same is true for Boston although it took more late-game heroics themselves against a game Indiana team.  Use code mockoffseason2024 to get 25% off on Dunc’d On Prime through July 3. It’s the only place to get four more episodes per week of Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMSubscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see the key moments from the pod each week.

Dallas played their game against Minnesota while taking the Wolves out of theirs. How can Minnesota turn that in the next games?The Knicks need to re-sign OG Anunoby and Isaiah Hartenstein, but also have assets in the coffers to acquire another star. Who might they consider and who might be available?  Use code mockoffseason2024 to get 25% off on Dunc’d On Prime through July 3. It’s the only place to get four more episodes per week of Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMSubscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see the key moments from the pod each week.