Dallas Mavericks - Improbable Heroes

I hope you readers won't mind if I take a moment off from politics and celebrate the Dallas Mavericks return to the NBA Finals for only the second time in team history. Anyone who says they expected the Mavericks to be in the finals this year is a damn liar. They were a long shot even when the play-off started. But they didn't listen to the sports pundits (or the doubts of fans). They took care of Portland, then they swept the champion Lakers in four games, and finally disposed of a young and powerful Oklahoma City team 4-1. They have earned their way to the finals with great team play. Whatever happens in the finals (which I now think they'll win), they've had a great season. Congratulations Mavericks, and good luck!