Can Mavs sustain yearlong resilience after Game 4 loss to Thunder?

With a 2-2 series tie against Thunder, Dallas faces same scenario as its first-round victory over the Clippers.

Coulda: The Mavericks still could have avoided the 100-96 loss had they not shot a woeful 12-of-23 from the free-throw line, compared to OKC’s 23-of-24.Shoulda: When you stifle the Thunder’s shooting efficiency to 38% from the field and 26% on 3-point attempts, you should win, regardless.Understandably it was a subdued Mavericks team that practiced Tuesday in Dallas before flying to Oklahoma City.

“I’m seeing three in front of the ball every time I come off the screen,” Irving said. “Pretty much blitzing me. Pretty much telling me, ‘Get off the ball.’ With Luka, they’re telling Lu Dort to stay attached to his body; stay aggressive; stay physical. Strategic adjustments are one thing, but can the Mavericks overcome the hangover of Monday’s blown opportunity?

“There’s no pressure,” Mavericks coach Jason Kidd said after Tuesday’s practice. “This is a great challenge for us, to go on the road and find a way to win.”

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