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Mavs say two centers must be factor against Warriors' small ball.

Byline: Eddie Sefko

DALLAS _ Avery Johnson, Dirk Nowitzki and Jason Terry went out of their way Thursday to emphasize that centers Erick Dampier and DeSagana Diop must play big roles in the upcoming playoff series against Golden State.

They were adamant about it, even though everybody expects Warriors coach

Don Nelson to go center-less against the Mavericks.

Assuming it wasn't a terrific smokescreen, the Mavericks are talking like they will try to win with a traditional style against Nellie's small ball.

"Damp's got to have a monster series for us," Johnson said. "He's feeling better and came out of Seattle well. (Golden State center Al) Harrington is a ...

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