The upcoming season for the Mavs could be grim, at least according to NBA experts.Below are some predictions from national writers on the upcoming year. Just a warning: MFFLs might want to brace themselves for some not-so-good outcomes.CBS Sports staff: Of the four writers to predict all 16 NBA playoff teams, none of them have the Mavs making the postseason.FOX Sports' Sam Casey: "If things go well and they avoid any big injuries, the Mavericks have the capability to get the 4th or 5th seed, which would give them a legitimate shot at getting to the second round of the playoffs.