Summary The 33rd edition of the NBA finals is about to begin, with the first match scheduled for tomorrow. The podcast discusses the teams that have won the title in the past six years, the NBA's new media contract, and the impressive performance of Luka Dončić in the playoffs. The hosts also discuss the ticket prices for the finals and other news, such as Kevin Durant asking for a trade and coaching changes in the Boston Celtics. They analyze the performance of the Boston Celtics and the Dallas Mavericks in the playoffs, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses. The podcast concludes with a discussion on the importance of defense in the upcoming finals. The conversation revolves around the upcoming basketball series between the Dallas Mavericks and the Boston Celtics. The speakers discuss the key players, matchups, and strategies for both teams. They analyze the strengths and weaknesses of each team and make predictions for the series. They also touch on the pressure and expectations on Boston, as well as the chemistry and collective effort of Dallas. Overall, they expect a competitive series that could go either way. Keywords NBA finals, media contract, Luka Dončić, ticket prices, Kevin Durant, coaching changes, Boston Celtics, Dallas Mavericks, playoffs, defense, basketball, series, Dallas Mavericks, Boston Celtics, players, matchups, strategies, strengths, weaknesses, predictions, pressure, expectations, chemistry, collective effort, competitive Takeaways The NBA finals are about to begin, with the first match scheduled for tomorrow. Luka Dončić has had an impressive performance in the playoffs, leading in multiple statistical categories. Ticket prices for the finals are high, with prices ranging from $793 to $1827. There have been some notable news, such as Kevin Durant asking for a trade and coaching changes in the Boston Celtics. The Boston Celtics and the Dallas Mavericks have shown strengths and weaknesses in the playoffs. Defense will be an important factor in the upcoming finals. The Dallas Mavericks have shown improvement and growth throughout the playoffs. The return of Kristaps Porzingis from injury will be a key factor for the Mavericks. Luka Dončić's performance and ability to handle the pressure will be crucial for Dallas. The Boston Celtics have a strong starting lineup but may struggle with depth. The Celtics' defense will need to contain Luka Dončić and limit his impact. The series is expected to be competitive and could go either way. The outcome of the series may depend on the performance of role players and bench depth. Both teams have different playing styles and strategies that will clash in the series. The pressure and expectations are higher on the Boston Celtics due to their regular season success. Chemistry and collective effort will be important for the Dallas Mavericks to succeed. Titles The importance of defense in the upcoming finals The NBA finals are here: A preview of the upcoming match Predictions and Expectations for the Competitive Series The Importance of Kristaps Porzingis' Return for the Dallas Mavericks Sound Bites "Luka Dončić in this playoff. We will talk a lot about him tonight." "It was an incredible run that was made by Dallas this year" "It's hard to imagine that in one series they lost three times at home" "Dallas is not left in that part of the control of the game." "Luka Dončić has 31.3, Kairi Irving 23.5" "Drew Holliday, I respect him as a defender" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.