Dirk, It's Time

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The Mavericks lead this series 3-1 with Dirk averaging 16 points. He has passed out of double teams, rebounded, and hit key shots late in games. He has lifted the confidence of his teammates. And he has underperformed.

In round 2, Dirk Nowitzki will need to average in the high 20's for this team to have a chance. I do not buy "the defense is keying on stopping me" excuse. The Mavericks are keying on stopping Tony Parker in this series. Everyone keys on stopping Kobe.

Superstars know when to get their team involved, and they know when it's time to take over. Dirk, it's time to take over.