The Dallas Mavericks may have just repeated history. In 2001, the organization broke through after rebuilding. Hopefully, it turns out that well. The Mavs made the playoffs 12 straight seasons including 11 consecutive with 50-plus wins.
A 22-year-old Dirk Nowitzki averaged over 21 points per game for the first time in his career in 2001. He was flanked by a 26-year-old Steve Nash and a prime Michael Finley.
This season’s version had a 21-year-old Luka Doncic leading the charge flanked by Kristaps Porzingis and a cast of role players that all improved in 2019-2020.