The 2022 Western Conference Finals likely aren’t a matchup that many NBA fans saw coming. Many thought that the Phoenix Suns would run through the first two rounds and host this series after having the best record in the regular season.
But, the Dallas Mavericks had different plans. They overcame not having Luka Doncic for the first three games of their first-round series against the Utah Jazz to take on the Suns. Then, they picked up a historic win against Phoenix to advance to the second round, where they will be facing off against the Golden State Warriors.
After a two-season hiatus, the Warriors are back as contenders for the NBA Championship. They missed the last two postseasons dealing with numerous injuries but are reloaded and making another run.
They defeated the Denver Nuggets, led by MVP Nikola Jokic, in the first round in five games. In Round 2, they faced off with the upstart Memphis Grizzlies, who had the home-court advantage as the No. 2 seed.
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The young Grizzlies couldn’t overcome the experience and savvy of the Warriors despite hosting the series. That didn’t phase Golden State, who won the series in six games.
Now, the Dallas Mavericks and Golden State Warriors will be facing off for the right to play in the NBA Finals. Who will advance and attempt to win the Larry O’Brien Trophy? Here are five things to watch for in the Western Conference Finals matchup.
