The Cavs were a tough first matchup for Ben Simmons in terms of trying to get back in a groove finishing around the rim. The Mavs have a much weaker frontcourt overall (Lively admittedly looked pretty nice against the Spurs) so I’m hoping he plays a bit more aggressively and has a nicer touch around the rim.

Plus more drives to the rim should create more chances for him to kick out to open shooters rather than getting assists by just passing the ball to Cam Thomas at the start of the possession