As far as the Dallas Mavericks go, it will interesting to see what chemistry Doncic and the Unicorn can build throughout the season. As i see it, they are probably 2 years away from any playoff contention the way their current roster is constructed. I just really hope Porzingis stays healthy, ACL tears and 7 footers in never really a good combination.
It could be this coming season if Porzingis comes back strong like he was with the Knicks. They could probably fill up the 6th to 8th spot in the west.
Zero chance of that happening regardless of how well and healthy Porzingis is, have you seen their roster? Who do they have; Hardaway Jr, Seth Curry and D.Powell. Good luck with that supporting cast in a stacked out Western conference. I certainly can't see them squeeze a spot in here: Rockets, Clippers, Lakers, Blazers, Spurs, Jazz, Nuggets, and Warriors.