JUST IN: Mavericks take bold jab at Jayson Tatum and Celtics in viral video..
The NBA off-season is often a quiet time for league news, but the release of each team’s schedule in August is an eagerly awaited moment for fans. Years ago, teams would release their schedules with little fanfare, but the excitement of fans nowadays has led many franchises to adopt more creative approaches to these announcements, particularly for high-profile games.
The Dallas Mavericks recently embraced this trend in a unique way. They enlisted the help of their sophomore center, Dereck Lively II, a known fan of dinosaurs and the Jurassic Park franchise, to promote their schedule in a dinosaur-themed exhibit. In a video shared on Dallas’ social media platforms, Lively II humorously interacted with the exhibit’s fake dinosaurs, using them as props to deliver witty remarks about the Mavericks’ upcoming opponents for the 2024-25 season.
Among the entertaining bits in the video, Lively II took a lighthearted jab at the reigning NBA champions, the Boston Celtics, and their star player, Jayson Tatum. After each pun, the referenced opponent’s schedule flashed on the screen, providing fans with a glimpse of the Mavericks’ matchups. The playful diss aimed at the Celtics added a fun twist to the rivalry, particularly emphasizing the scheduled games on January 25 and February 6.
These games against Boston will serve as a significant benchmark for the Mavericks. The team views these matchups as opportunities to measure their progress and possibly seek revenge for their loss to the Celtics in the previous season’s Finals. The playful exchange between Lively II and the Mavericks’ social media team adds an extra layer of intrigue and competitiveness to the upcoming games.
Ultimately, the Mavericks’ innovative approach to their schedule release showcases not only their engagement with fans but also their readiness to make a statement on the court. With Lively II and the rest of the team’s playful yet competitive spirit, the anticipation for their clashes with the Celtics is undoubtedly heightened, promising exciting basketball in the months to come.
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