Mavericks' broken formula is already pushing them toward disaster

Dallas needs to establish their identity on offense or their defense won't matter.

Dallas Mavericks, Anthony Davis, Jason Kidd | Jerome Miron-Imagn ImagesWin or go home is the mantra. We’re used to hearing that when the stakes are highest, like in the NBA Playoffs or the NBA Finals. But the Dallas Mavericks need to find their offensive identity right now. That is the key. The stakes couldn’t be any higher. If they don’t figure out how to win games quickly, then Cancun seems to be a more likely destination come season’s end.

The Mavericks have been approaching games with a next-man-up mentality, in hopes of empowering the players and making everyone feel part of the mix. It’s a noble endeavor.…