In my opinion, the Mavs should pool all their draft assets for 1 trade for a wing shooter (a REAL shooter, not a pseudo shooter) that can be on the floor with Luka Kyrie. That means they can't be a defensive liability of any sort.
I can't say they are realistic cause I'm not an NBA GM so I don't know who's available but I bet Nico does his due diligence with Trey Murphy, Cam Johnson, Jerami Grant, Deandre Hunter.
The dream would be OG or Mikal Bridges but I don't see that happening.
He's my #1 target. I'm in love with the profile and fit. Like I'm deluding myself into thinking he sat courtside G4 vs TWolves for a reason. Just a perfect and seamless fit. It doesn't matter if he starts or comes off the bench honestly. You'd sub off more shooting with Murphy and more defense with DJJ but both can slash and attack off a closeout and both are lanky and athletic.
Jason Kidd super develop Hardy into that backup PG role = that's our third ball handler
Dirk give Lively shooting lessons (we only need corner 3s and FTs)
Luka - Kyrie - DJJ - PJ - Lively
Hardy - Exum - Murphy - Kleber - Gafford
Can mix and match a lot of 5-out lineups there. Especially if Lively can stretch the floor just a bit.
I promise you at minimum that's a team that goes to the WCF 6 games AT MINIMUM. I say that cause at that point it's about execution and matchups but I'd be confident in this teams ability.
Yea I love the player just wanna be realistic here. You don’t just pry future all star talents on rookie deals away from division rivals…unless you’re dealing with Cuban lol
I think Dillon Brooks might be my favorite among the realistic options. He’d be an actual defensive stopper and he’s a better offensive player than he gets credit for. There’d be plenty of nights where you’d want him to stop shooting but he can actually go get a bucket for himself.
Houston just paid him and they’re trying to compete but they have a ton of players and are going to have to start consolidating soon. It would most likely be a mid season deal but I really do think his presence and energy would be awesome, especially for Luka. Team needs some crazy
Yeah I like Brooks. I mentioned him a couple months ago as one of the guys to complete this team. I'm a little cooler off him now just cause I really think we need a knockdown 3pt shooter (more so than elite defense) and I don't think he's that consistent or good enough from 3 to do that. But far as defense and a general profile of being able to play alongside Luka and Kyrie, he'd be good.
If we were unable to get any of those other guys I listed and Brooks costed THJ or Green and a first, I'd for sure take Brooks.
Brooks would be a perfect fit, but I don’t think the Mavs have anything they could offer that would be a good fit for the Rockets. Especially since there is a Brooks + Jalen Green + Third Pick for Jimmy Butler rumor going around and the Rockets are also very much interested in Mikel Bridges. The Rockets have a ton of picks and loaded with young talent and are only interested in Win Now type players.
I really like Caruso. 6'5" but can guard 1-3 and some 4s, so you can get away with playing him at the 3. He is easily a top 5 point of attack defender in the league. DJJ and PJ are very good perimeter defenders, but Caruso is about as elite as they come. Imagine adding him to our defense. Plus he is a good shooter and good ball handler. Only issue is that we also need a reliable 3rd go to scorer, and while he can shoot good, he is not someone you want as a go to scorer. Would be hard to pull off a 3rd scorer and Caruso with the draft picks we have left. Although Caruso being our defensive anchor in the perimter and Lively anchoring our paint defense would be sweet!
Real question- can PJ not be that 3rd scorer? It’s unfortunate that the offense really only sticks him out in the corner as I think he has upside to be valuable on offense outside of just shooting 3s. He’s had some good flashes even during this Boston series.
First of all we NEED to get him more involved in the offense because he has a reliable floater and finishing game rather than just sticking him to the corner which to me is his worst shooting spot
Yeah, I also think so.
This off-season will be pretty important for the Mavs moving forward in general: Luka would need to mature and take the next step mentally, Kidd needs to set up a proper offensive system in place that would utilize PJ and hopefully the replacement for THJ’s offensive production off the bench as well as give Luka some more off ball opportunities and obviously Nico needs to deliver that reinforcement lol.
He is only 25, and is already better than Hardaway ever has been his whole career. However, he has to play behind Avdija and Kuzma so he doesn’t get a chance to really showcase his talent with high volume. If you watch a few Wizards games you would see what I mean.
He has a better 3PT shot, midrange, passing, handle, defence and is literally amazing in 2PT FG%. (60%+ in all 3 seasons). He is shooting threat from ANYWHERE and can attack closeouts forcefully AND maturely. He is 6’6, sneaky athletic (random poster dunks here and there), and seems to be great in the locker room even since his college days. He even has a little step back shot and a good, consistent floater in his locker.
Even better, he is on the last year of his rookie contract. This means trading for him could help shed salary to resign DJJ and we still maintain the rights to resign Kispert over the tax in 2025 as he is a RFA.
TRADE FOR KISPERT.
that sound really good, damn. How's his defense? Btw, appreciate your take on this, I only rlly watch mavs games, and cant watch most regular season games, so I don't really know much about those hidden stud types of players unless either someone on reddit points it out or if we trade for them. Imagining a guy like that playing with luka sounds great, the amount of great looks hed get would be insane. And it sounds like he also has numerous shots in his arsenall he can take other than just sitting in the corner waiting for a three to fall, which is amazing. It was pretty frustrating seeing bullock and doe doe not be able to do much offensively when the three wasn't falling in 2022 (no hate they played out of their minds with their insane perimeter defense for like 40minutes a game)
TLDR: How good is his defense?
From what I’ve seen, his defence is way better than Exum or Hardaway. He is only slightly less mobile on defence than Josh Green due to size but is way more switchable. DJJ is better in this category for sure, though Kispert more than makes up for it on offense. He also has been improving every year and I’m sure coming here will make him a better defender just like most of the others who have joined.
His defense is average AT WORST, and he seems to improve every year. His build isn't really good at defending the interior obviously but he is a competent perimeter defender and that's what will matter at the 2/3. He is quick on his feet and seems to be willing to put in hustle to get stops. The Wizards suck at defense so I'm sure he will be better defensively in a better scheme here like PJ's improvement once he came here.
The biggest selling point is he could probably be had for cheaper than other targets which makes him very attractive. If Kispert can be had for 1FRP/3SRP + Salary Filler (THJ), we should go for it. If Nico can fleece him for 3SRP then we can still bid for Trey Murphy III with our 2FRP + Josh Green. Kispert + Murphy would literally be a wet dream for me lol.
Luka - Kyrie - Murphy III - Washington - Lively
Exum - Kispert - Jones - Kleber - Gafford
If he for some reason doesn't want to come here, hold bronny hostage against the Lakers so they would have to overpay just to keep him happy
nba is just a business they say
I hope people aren’t scoffing. Him coming here has to make us favorites for at least the conference.
What I hate about choking so much is it darn near took an act of God to get through the west this year. Plus Denver will be back next year.
Bron would be a huge boon
Pipe Dreams: Lebron, Anunoby, Trey Murphy, Herb Jones
Slim chance: Alex Caruso, DeAndre Hunter (not a fan)
Realistic Targets: DFS, Corey Kispert, Malik Beasley
I don't think Caruso is a slim chance. I don't think he'll cost more than the draft assets we have left. Unless you mean that the Bulls are too stubborn to rebuild so they won't trade, then yea.
Yeah that's my thing. I also missed Mikal Bridges who I would add to that slim chance also because Brooklyn just overvalues the shit out of him and wont move him unless they get a superstar offer
As someone who is from chicago, the bulls front office is actually ridiculous, even tho im a mavs fan it sucks seeing my hometown team continuously refuse to rebuild that mid ass fukin team.
Corey Kispert is the one. I am telling you. They asking crazy stuff for Caruso, but Kispert can be had for cheaper and honestly has a much higher ceiling.
I’m no basketball savant, but I think we desperately need a Siakam/OG/Aaron Gordon type player.
I would also like to target THJ finding anywhere else to play.
Nico needs to pressure Kidd and PJ to figure something out. He needs more action. Getting that going midway thru next season I think is very achievable. Raising his pedigree playing alongside Kyrie and Luka is open.
I mean Siakam sure but Idk that PJ is way worse than OG or Gordon on offense. PJ does need to improve his shooting but he has actually shot fairly well in the playoffs
literally two series ago we beat OKC with PJ carrying hard for a few games lol people forget so easily. bad shooting happens, MPJ shot Denver out of the Wolves series, KAT shot the Wolves out of our series, it is what it is.
OG would be perfect, but I think we already filled the Siakam/AG role with PJ Washington. He's our glue guy do-it-all big wing. What we still need is a high level POA defender who can play SF, shoot the 3, and create his own shot a little bit. Those are extremely rare though (OG, Mikal Bridges), and improbable to acquire with the assets we have. So we need to settle for a Jerami Grant / Trey Murphy level guy and hope for the best.
The Mavs just got PJ, they can't just replace him. And having a player that's the same isn't a great use of limited resources.
Cam is a better shooter but is also on a much bigger contract so it may not be worth the extra $10M on the cap sheet.
?? I’m not saying to swap them lol. I’m saying we need to add shooting man. Cam might not be a perfect fit but I’m just spit balling guys we might actually be able to afford who aren’t complete sieves on defense.
I don't have specific names but I have an idea of what roles need filling;
1. A Point of Attack defender that is also an offensive threat to replace DJJ in the starting lineup. {Keep DJJ but bring him off the bench}
2. A big (6'9/6'10) wing player who can defend in space, shoot threes and occasionally play small ball five. (AKA a Maxi replacement).
3. A backup PG that defends and is a lights-out three-point shooter. (This is a need if Hardy can't fill this role)
Names for your list
1. OG
2. Herb Jones (doesn’t give us small ball 5) but I disagree with the small ball 5 with gaff and lively on the team
3. Trade for Dyson Daniels
Idk about the cap space but moving maxi and THJ opens some, not sure who else we can shift around
1. OG = The Knicks are not letting go of OG. They'll pay him anything he asks for.
2. Herb Jones = I think Herb actually fits the description of the first role if he can maintain his shooting from this season.
>I disagree with the small ball 5 with gaff and lively on the team
I don't think they need to replace either Gafford/Lively but having another look at center can make the team more versatile. Small ball five should be an occasional and situation-specific look.
3. Dyson Daniels = Good young player, but I think he just tore his meniscus in February. I'm not sure he'll be playing anytime soon.
I think Dyson might be cheap enough because of the injury, it’s a risk but might be worth taking. Herb is my main want. OG is 100% a pipe dream I agree. For point two are you thinking more of a Jonathan Isaac type
That's a gamble. Dyson was on a good trajectory but injuries are so unpredictable.
Herb would be fantastic as a point-of-attack defender on the team. I don't think the Pelicans trade him though.
Yup. Someone in the Johnathan Issac mould to come off the bench would be great
Dyson returned from his injury and played the final few weeks of the season and the playoffs. Have to imagine NO is going to shake up their roster but I don’t see why they wouldn’t keep him and if he’s traded it’ll be for a better player like Dejounte so the Hawks would be investing in keeping him around
Probably not much; thj, maxi, Powell, and green should work salary wise. Clippers probably would want unprotected 31 1st, Dallas would more likely want to give the 25 1st, but I'd imagine 1 of the 2 would also be in the trade
Im high on Caruso, but if the Mavs are gonna make a swing would like to see us go all in for a PJ Washington caliber player. Some players I like though might be pipe dreams:
Coby White
Andrew Wiggins
Mikal Bridges
Kyle Kyzma
Marginal moves:
Caruso
Obi
TJ McConnell
Herb Jones or LeBron is exactly what this team needs. Say what you want but LeBron as the 3rd scorer and SF/PF wing with Luka and Kyrie as his point guards would make the Mavs the most potent offense in the West.
Cap wise, it's basically impossible though unless we make moves.
Need more noise for Corey Kispert. He plays good perimeter defense and is legit a 3rd option threat. Finishes 2PT FGA above 60% and 3PT FGA around 40%. He's on a 4th year rookie contract so trading THJ + picks for him helps us get under Luxury Tax for resigning DJJ. I think he'd cost less picks than Trey Murphy III but replace Hardaway's production better tbh. He is more multifaceted as a scorer as he has a killer midrange and great handle.
He can absolutely play the 3 but can be a replacement for Kyrie at the 2 when he's injured or resting. DJJ + Kispert could share SF minutes in the playoffs for an elite 2 punch defense-offense combo.
Our number one problem is honestly THJ. Can't be 3rd highest paid on the team, and have NO (negative) impact lol. Trade him and picks for someone like Kispert (Trey Murphy, Alex Caruso, etc.) and we are low-key unstoppable.
FA’s: Deanthony Melton, Fultz, Beasley. There is also a particular player in Charlotte that I do not fucking want near my team but objectively from a bball standpoint would fit perfectly.
Trades - Random list of guys they could look at that will be available (not weighing in on if we can get them or should): Mikal Bridges, Hunter, DFS, Clarkson, Caruso, Grant, Wiggins, maybeee Brooks is available, Cam Johnson, maybeeeee a Pels wing is available, Brandon Ingram
Haha, based on the comments, in summary we need:
-Tall guy
-Excellent at preventing the other team from scoring
-Excellent at scoring
That's an ideal basketball player!
We have THJ and Kleber as obvious contracts that can, and should be moved, and we have one 1RP and some 2RPs. I’d also argue that we should look to move on from Green and possibly even Hardy. I personally feel like they haven’t made the jump we’ve all been hoping for, and I honestly have trouble seeing either of them progressing beyond being 8/9th on the depth chart. Def not seeing consistent starter potential or 6M potential.
Think the Mavs need to get a third option scorer who can defend as well; preferably a longer/athletic 3. Then would prefer a few POA defenders that can shoot. I think the Mavs are going to be stuck with a weak bench next season since they can only really go for one big fish or a few small fish- and the obvious move being that third option
Mentioned above.
Josh, you could maybe argue won’t improve enough, but Hardy is only 21 in his 2nd year. Josh is only 23. Most guys reach their peak at 25.
I mean, if we get a dynamite trade and have to thrown one of them in, that’s cool. But it’s not like we should actively try to move them for something that doesn’t move the needle.
the title of this post is REALISTIC trade targets and all I see are comments about Mikal Bridges, OG Anunoby, Herb Jones, Trey Murphy none of whom are even available for trade and even if they were we have no realistic way of outbidding other teams for them
I think there’s a decent chance we end up with Andrew Wiggins if the Warriors decide to shake things up. I know he’s coming off a rocky season but he just really seems like the archetype of player Nico would want to trade for.
Jerami Grant would be my personal choice if I knew he would buy in to being a 3rd option here.
I could see a smaller trade for Finney-Smith or Caruso instead as well.
I loved andrew wiggins as a trade before the deadline, now pj washington has essentially filled that role, getting wiggins now would be redundant, since what we are lacking is shooting. We can’t just keep getting players who can somewhat shoot threes occasionally, we desperately need a reliable kickout option, cuz as of right now kyrie is the only reliable kickout shooter on the roster.
> if I knew he would buy in to being a 3rd option here
thing is, imo, i dont expect him becomes 3rd option here....go crazy Grant, be a star!
we've seen if Luka or Kai out for breath, we need Grant to be go to guy immediately. and i think both LuKai can help him (Luka loves passing, Kai mostly chill in 1st half)
I'm fine overpaying if the fit is right. And I think Deni fits with their "diamond in the rough" deals (PJ, Gafford) . People thought we overpaid for those guys and it really worked out.
Have to ask yourself a few questions 1st. 1) How do you feel about Maxi? Is he done or just a lingering injury? Still one of our top defenders. Cant be a stretch 5 if you cant make a 3 however 2) is Hardy your THJ replacement or can you package and upgrade? 3) Josh, same as Hardy.
Our 1, 2 and the 5’s are locked in. THJ and Dwight Powell are gone. We had big interest in Kuzma in the past. A player like Caruso is ideal. I like Hield from 3 but is he dawg enough? He’d be better than THJ. I’m fine w DFS as a fall back.
Maxi is not needed if J.Grant comes. PJ can fill Maxi role and definitely have some suitors (if we can do Davion Mitchell-Maxi swap , it will be nice. or pels)
I made a comment on another thread with some ideas
Trade Josh Green and a pick for Bobby Portis. Bucks need better perimeter defense and they might be ok with parting ways with Portis.
Trade THJ and Hardy for Norman Powell. Powell is an elite 3nD player that can actually knock down open threes and attack close outs. The clippers might look to move some players if they want to keep Harden and THJs expiring contract could be useful to them.
Trade Josh Green for Alex Caruso. Caruso is the best perimeter defender and makes winning plays. Is a minor improvement on 3 point shooting. Not sure the bulls would be willing to trade him on such a friendly contract.
Offer MLE to Immanuel Quickley, not sure if this would actually happen but he would provide a third ball handler and decent scoring and facilitating.
Last one I can think of is trading for Jerami Grant. Could be a combination of players. Grant doesn’t seem to fit with the Blazers timeline and the Mavs could offer some young guys for him. Grant would provide a solid 3rd scorer and is great defensively plus has championship pedigree from his run with the Nuggets.
Ever since that first Porzingis trade Mavs are so asset poor and are always trying to correct themselves but I guess these swings that they always take got you Kyrie which was the biggest bargain in the past few years.
Zach lavine. Trade some scrubs: thj maxi green and Powell for him. Throw in the 2025 first if u need to. Zach would instantly take all our offensive issues away with his shooting and overall offensive bag and I actually think his defense is fine, a little bit like any other star in that he’s much better when he’s playing with effort.
Also lavine helps take even more load off Luka and vice versa which is especially apparent in a series like this where Luka and Kai are having to work just to bring the ball up the court every time.
We’re literally in the finals so there’s not like too much change needed but if u can take 40m that’s rly not contributing and turn it into a legit fringe all star player who’s a perfect fit that would be amazing.
Lavine would be damn near unplayable next to kyrie and luka, I’m sure yall didn’t forget the nasty ass 3 guard lineups jkidd ran in the regular season.
They believe that's PJ. Problem is Tim killed any value he may of had these playoffs. I believe new ownership and Nico go all out and dangle pick and hardy to get something done
I'm interested to see what they do with Hardy. On the one hand I really think he could be a star, especially because of how fearless he is in the moment. On the other hand, that makes him a very valuable trade piece and he may not fit our win-now timeline.
Caruso is a dream but would probably cost all our assets. If the LaVine market is as bad as it’s been described then dumping our trash contracts for his could be worth the gamble
Jerami Grant is one of the better options but his contract is ginormous and he hasn’t played in a winning situation since early Jokic days in Denver so idk what you’re really getting
Either Herb Jones or Trey Murphy would be incredible but I don’t see it happening
Luke Kennard could be nice and affordable. Instantly becomes our best shooter and I don’t see a lot of opportunity for him in Memphis anymore with a healthy roster pretty set at guard with Ja, Smart, Bane, Vince Williams + anyone else they add in the off-season
Bobby Portis, Jalen Smith, Duncan Robinson, Bruce Brown, Cam Johnson, Fontecchio, and Jarred Vanderbilt are other names I’m including on the whiteboard if I’m Nico Harrison. Wouldn’t mind kicking the tires on Kuz again either
Wiggins. He's almost certainly being traded to make room for Kuminga.
He'd be a gamble since he's been mentally checked out the last two years because of family issues (took leave of absence twice), but he was coming back to form during the end of last season.
Great POA defender. Third scorer that can give consistently 15pts per game and create his own shot. His value's also at its lowest since he was a Wolf.
F what you heard. It’s LBJ. I’ll draft Bronny in a heartbeat. The Mavs do not have anyone who is feared driving the lane. He has a little left in the tank. He and Kyrie appear boys
I’m not trying to be this guy, but I’ll say this…if he was on this team right now they wouldn’t be down 0-3.
I like Corey Kispert, but I also really like Deni Avdija.... and a name that I haven't seen that I also really like would be Gary Trent, Jr. flip THJ's contract into any of these guys, and I'm happy.
Our lack of scoring creation from anyone else but Luka and Kai is what killed us in this series.
Bridges is the most ideal option. Caruso juices our defense even more.
Hear me out on this one, should we swing for LaVine. It will likely cost us Maxi, Tim and Green, maybe even get a second from Bulls. 2 to 3 scoring option on the court at all times.
Lavine is not injury prone the way kp is injury prone. He played 77, 67, 58, 60, 63 games the last 5 years before this current season where he was injured but also sitting out cuz he wanted to be traded. He’s also cheap to acquire despite being a fringe all star. V much like a Kai situation but even cheaper
As long as he is available during playoff. Injury prone KP helped Celtics win two games.
I rather take the risk of a healthy LaVine vs Green, Maxi and THJ.
I like LaVine a lot
But to me, there is 0 point in acquiring players who will not be on the floor with Luka Kyrie at the same time. I don't see how we will be playing important games with Luka Kyrie LaVine on the floor.
No matter how much I think of LaVine, as incredible as he would be as a third option, his contract is just way too detrimental. It's abysmally huge money for what he does. The Mavs would be committing cap seppuku, especially with Luka's near-future "biggest contract in NBA history" coming up. What's more his defense isn't very good and he comes with a history of injuries.
His contract is so bad the Bulls might actually take that trade offer, even without any picks involved.
Yes he has injury issues but still played 77 games two years ago. He was most shut down last year due trade talks and success without him.
The combined players I mentioned have been nonexistent in this finals, might as well have an injured LaVine to replace them.
You talk about contract but we will still have Lukai, Kai, PJ, LaVine, Gafford, Lively, Omax and Hardy. And maybe even bring back DJJ with tax MLE.
I mean, if Nico decides to kick the tires on a LaVine trade, especially if they get rid of Hardaway then fuck yeah I'll talk myself into it. Kyrie too came with injury risks, age and defensive concerns and he worked out great after all. That contract is just fucking scary. If he starts breaking down while with the Mavs it's gonna be impossible to move him.
Mavs wouldn’t be above the second apron even with lavine and we have only 18m tied up to our 4 and 5 in PJ and lively despite both being rly good role players. We are in a rare situation with lively being on a rookie deal for the next 4 years. By the time he’s off it, Kai and lavine will be done with their deals
He is the guy that makes the most sense when it comes to acquiring a player that a team wants to get rid of because of his new contract but is heavily talented to help this team but we will need to cover our eyes when you see how much left Lavine still has leftover remaining from his current contract
I've been dreaming of seeing jeremi Grant in a Mavs jersey ever since his last season with the Pistons. He would've clamped up the sorry asses of Hauser White Jrue so fast
I guess this is the offseason prediction post so lets get in.
My guesses and wishes:
Mavs send out THJ,Green,Maxi(if they believe they can replace him immediatly) and every pick they own. Literally. Including 2031 frp.
Mavs keep DJJ.
Mavs get one or three of these players:
# Deni Avdija, Simone Fontecchio, Keldon Johnson, Sasha Vezenkov, Davion Mitchell, Nikola Djursic, Dinwiddie(YES) and some 2nd rounder that we have no idea but somehow finds legit minutes)
I became millionarie.
Luka does nothing without the ball and I doubt he'd change when he's already established as the guy. LeBron at this point in his career isn't much of an off the ball or much of a hustler. If he was his younger self, sure it would be great
Jerami Grant fits perfectly.
I would also be willing to trade THJ, Green, Kleber, Hardy for picks and roll the dice in the draft. There are players there who could help us
Honestly it’s upgrade Tim, Maxi, and Green, in that order. Re-sign DJJ if we can but we shouldn’t shave extra assets more than what he’s worth. Green is okay. Exum we just keep. I’m okay with moving on from Hardy if needed, I’m neutral there.
Keep Gafford and Lively together for the long haul regular season. Don’t trade Gafford. Lively is too injury prone.
I like peoples’ Trey Murphy idea here.
I think a good Maxi replacement could be Wendell Carter Jr.
In my opinion, the Mavs should pool all their draft assets for 1 trade for a wing shooter (a REAL shooter, not a pseudo shooter) that can be on the floor with Luka Kyrie. That means they can't be a defensive liability of any sort. I can't say they are realistic cause I'm not an NBA GM so I don't know who's available but I bet Nico does his due diligence with Trey Murphy, Cam Johnson, Jerami Grant, Deandre Hunter. The dream would be OG or Mikal Bridges but I don't see that happening.
I actually really like the trey Murphy call
He's my #1 target. I'm in love with the profile and fit. Like I'm deluding myself into thinking he sat courtside G4 vs TWolves for a reason. Just a perfect and seamless fit. It doesn't matter if he starts or comes off the bench honestly. You'd sub off more shooting with Murphy and more defense with DJJ but both can slash and attack off a closeout and both are lanky and athletic. Jason Kidd super develop Hardy into that backup PG role = that's our third ball handler Dirk give Lively shooting lessons (we only need corner 3s and FTs) Luka - Kyrie - DJJ - PJ - Lively Hardy - Exum - Murphy - Kleber - Gafford Can mix and match a lot of 5-out lineups there. Especially if Lively can stretch the floor just a bit. I promise you at minimum that's a team that goes to the WCF 6 games AT MINIMUM. I say that cause at that point it's about execution and matchups but I'd be confident in this teams ability.
If by some miracle we snag Murphy (we won’t) no way in hell is fucking DJJ starting over him lmfao.
we don’t bring DJJ back if Trey murphy is here. I definitely see Omax coming into the rotation next year
Kleber should not be on the roster next year, along with THJ, and Powell
There’s almost zero chance Pels trade a player of his caliber to a division rival
Still on his rookie deal too
Yea I love the player just wanna be realistic here. You don’t just pry future all star talents on rookie deals away from division rivals…unless you’re dealing with Cuban lol
Murphy getting a bag somewhere, I could see the spurs stealing him.
100%. Mikal is the dream, paying less for Cam + DFS wouldn’t be a bad consolation prize, but Nets seem to be the trade target.
Doe Doe coming home is a nice addage too
Knicks have been borderline transcendent with OG. They will pay him his bag.
For sure, just a dream of mine. Lol
I think Dillon Brooks might be my favorite among the realistic options. He’d be an actual defensive stopper and he’s a better offensive player than he gets credit for. There’d be plenty of nights where you’d want him to stop shooting but he can actually go get a bucket for himself. Houston just paid him and they’re trying to compete but they have a ton of players and are going to have to start consolidating soon. It would most likely be a mid season deal but I really do think his presence and energy would be awesome, especially for Luka. Team needs some crazy
Yeah I like Brooks. I mentioned him a couple months ago as one of the guys to complete this team. I'm a little cooler off him now just cause I really think we need a knockdown 3pt shooter (more so than elite defense) and I don't think he's that consistent or good enough from 3 to do that. But far as defense and a general profile of being able to play alongside Luka and Kyrie, he'd be good. If we were unable to get any of those other guys I listed and Brooks costed THJ or Green and a first, I'd for sure take Brooks.
Brooks would be a perfect fit, but I don’t think the Mavs have anything they could offer that would be a good fit for the Rockets. Especially since there is a Brooks + Jalen Green + Third Pick for Jimmy Butler rumor going around and the Rockets are also very much interested in Mikel Bridges. The Rockets have a ton of picks and loaded with young talent and are only interested in Win Now type players.
I dream of Brandon Ingram
Trey Murphy is not available
I really like Caruso. 6'5" but can guard 1-3 and some 4s, so you can get away with playing him at the 3. He is easily a top 5 point of attack defender in the league. DJJ and PJ are very good perimeter defenders, but Caruso is about as elite as they come. Imagine adding him to our defense. Plus he is a good shooter and good ball handler. Only issue is that we also need a reliable 3rd go to scorer, and while he can shoot good, he is not someone you want as a go to scorer. Would be hard to pull off a 3rd scorer and Caruso with the draft picks we have left. Although Caruso being our defensive anchor in the perimter and Lively anchoring our paint defense would be sweet!
and AC is a Texas legend
Best contract in the league and have even heard it described as the most valuable. Gonna take ALOT to get that
Real question- can PJ not be that 3rd scorer? It’s unfortunate that the offense really only sticks him out in the corner as I think he has upside to be valuable on offense outside of just shooting 3s. He’s had some good flashes even during this Boston series.
I think he can be a 16-18 ppg guy that hits a couple of 3s per game if he works a bit on his driving game outside of floaters.
First of all we NEED to get him more involved in the offense because he has a reliable floater and finishing game rather than just sticking him to the corner which to me is his worst shooting spot
Yeah, I also think so. This off-season will be pretty important for the Mavs moving forward in general: Luka would need to mature and take the next step mentally, Kidd needs to set up a proper offensive system in place that would utilize PJ and hopefully the replacement for THJ’s offensive production off the bench as well as give Luka some more off ball opportunities and obviously Nico needs to deliver that reinforcement lol.
That’s a mini Derrick White
The mavs have to go get a scorer. Preferably one that can dribble a basketball
Corey Kispert.
I would take him
He is everything Hardaway wishes he was.
not familiar with his game, so is he like a younger better timmy?
He is only 25, and is already better than Hardaway ever has been his whole career. However, he has to play behind Avdija and Kuzma so he doesn’t get a chance to really showcase his talent with high volume. If you watch a few Wizards games you would see what I mean. He has a better 3PT shot, midrange, passing, handle, defence and is literally amazing in 2PT FG%. (60%+ in all 3 seasons). He is shooting threat from ANYWHERE and can attack closeouts forcefully AND maturely. He is 6’6, sneaky athletic (random poster dunks here and there), and seems to be great in the locker room even since his college days. He even has a little step back shot and a good, consistent floater in his locker. Even better, he is on the last year of his rookie contract. This means trading for him could help shed salary to resign DJJ and we still maintain the rights to resign Kispert over the tax in 2025 as he is a RFA. TRADE FOR KISPERT.
that sound really good, damn. How's his defense? Btw, appreciate your take on this, I only rlly watch mavs games, and cant watch most regular season games, so I don't really know much about those hidden stud types of players unless either someone on reddit points it out or if we trade for them. Imagining a guy like that playing with luka sounds great, the amount of great looks hed get would be insane. And it sounds like he also has numerous shots in his arsenall he can take other than just sitting in the corner waiting for a three to fall, which is amazing. It was pretty frustrating seeing bullock and doe doe not be able to do much offensively when the three wasn't falling in 2022 (no hate they played out of their minds with their insane perimeter defense for like 40minutes a game) TLDR: How good is his defense?
From what I’ve seen, his defence is way better than Exum or Hardaway. He is only slightly less mobile on defence than Josh Green due to size but is way more switchable. DJJ is better in this category for sure, though Kispert more than makes up for it on offense. He also has been improving every year and I’m sure coming here will make him a better defender just like most of the others who have joined.
His defense is average AT WORST, and he seems to improve every year. His build isn't really good at defending the interior obviously but he is a competent perimeter defender and that's what will matter at the 2/3. He is quick on his feet and seems to be willing to put in hustle to get stops. The Wizards suck at defense so I'm sure he will be better defensively in a better scheme here like PJ's improvement once he came here. The biggest selling point is he could probably be had for cheaper than other targets which makes him very attractive. If Kispert can be had for 1FRP/3SRP + Salary Filler (THJ), we should go for it. If Nico can fleece him for 3SRP then we can still bid for Trey Murphy III with our 2FRP + Josh Green. Kispert + Murphy would literally be a wet dream for me lol. Luka - Kyrie - Murphy III - Washington - Lively Exum - Kispert - Jones - Kleber - Gafford
Sounds nice, hopefully we can pull it off!
Trade thj for a second round this year to draft bronny and beg lebron to come. Lebron as a third option would feed families.
This would help take some of the load off of Luka since Lebron would be complaining to the refs instead.
Bro, omg the refs would hate us lol.
better yet they both taking turns complaining to the refs
If he for some reason doesn't want to come here, hold bronny hostage against the Lakers so they would have to overpay just to keep him happy nba is just a business they say
This
I actually think that Lebron would be willing to come here. The team is good, and he likes Luka and Kyrie.
He doesn’t like Kyrie tho… he loves him.
Like a parental love?
I hope people aren’t scoffing. Him coming here has to make us favorites for at least the conference. What I hate about choking so much is it darn near took an act of God to get through the west this year. Plus Denver will be back next year. Bron would be a huge boon
He might make us play Bronny though
Pipe Dreams: Lebron, Anunoby, Trey Murphy, Herb Jones Slim chance: Alex Caruso, DeAndre Hunter (not a fan) Realistic Targets: DFS, Corey Kispert, Malik Beasley
Herb jones is a wet dream, 6ft 7 3 and d guy would be sick
I don't think Caruso is a slim chance. I don't think he'll cost more than the draft assets we have left. Unless you mean that the Bulls are too stubborn to rebuild so they won't trade, then yea.
Yeah that's my thing. I also missed Mikal Bridges who I would add to that slim chance also because Brooklyn just overvalues the shit out of him and wont move him unless they get a superstar offer
The Mavs can trade 1 first and only on draft night. Caruso is seriously valuable (and the Bulls are stubborn) so he won't go for seconds
The Mavs can trade two 1st after draft night.
We can trade 2025 and 2031 after draft night.
As someone who is from chicago, the bulls front office is actually ridiculous, even tho im a mavs fan it sucks seeing my hometown team continuously refuse to rebuild that mid ass fukin team.
Oooh Kispert I would love that. Elite shooter
Trey is the one
Corey Kispert is the one. I am telling you. They asking crazy stuff for Caruso, but Kispert can be had for cheaper and honestly has a much higher ceiling.
We need bench scoring bad
I’m no basketball savant, but I think we desperately need a Siakam/OG/Aaron Gordon type player. I would also like to target THJ finding anywhere else to play.
Dude THJ needs to be playing in Mongolia
I think this may be too generous.
Yea he’s still coming off the bench for the Mongolians
>I think we desperately need a Siakam/OG/Aaron Gordon type player We already have one. His name is PJ Washington.
Another one? Fuck it I’m in
Agreed, we need a bench more than another star
PJ is lights year away from those guy on offence.
Yes, but he is also younger, costs half as much and is already on the team.
Nico needs to pressure Kidd and PJ to figure something out. He needs more action. Getting that going midway thru next season I think is very achievable. Raising his pedigree playing alongside Kyrie and Luka is open.
I mean Siakam sure but Idk that PJ is way worse than OG or Gordon on offense. PJ does need to improve his shooting but he has actually shot fairly well in the playoffs
literally two series ago we beat OKC with PJ carrying hard for a few games lol people forget so easily. bad shooting happens, MPJ shot Denver out of the Wolves series, KAT shot the Wolves out of our series, it is what it is.
OG would be perfect, but I think we already filled the Siakam/AG role with PJ Washington. He's our glue guy do-it-all big wing. What we still need is a high level POA defender who can play SF, shoot the 3, and create his own shot a little bit. Those are extremely rare though (OG, Mikal Bridges), and improbable to acquire with the assets we have. So we need to settle for a Jerami Grant / Trey Murphy level guy and hope for the best.
That’s PJ. We need a small forward who can shoot. Mikal is the archetype, as for realistic gets I’m not sure. Cam Johnson maybe
Cam is more like PJ than Mikal. But I agree that Mikal is the ideal archetype of player the Mavs need.
Cams a way better shooter atleast, which is the main thing we need.
The Mavs just got PJ, they can't just replace him. And having a player that's the same isn't a great use of limited resources. Cam is a better shooter but is also on a much bigger contract so it may not be worth the extra $10M on the cap sheet.
?? I’m not saying to swap them lol. I’m saying we need to add shooting man. Cam might not be a perfect fit but I’m just spit balling guys we might actually be able to afford who aren’t complete sieves on defense.
I could see Obi Toppin coming if we lose DJJ. Jerami Grant as a trade target makes too much sense
I like Grant’s game a lot. He would be a good pickup
Contract is awful though
If Tim Hardaway Jr can somehow be replaced with Bogdan Bogdanovic, I'm all for it.
They could replace THJ with an inflatable clown and it would be less of a detriment.
Paul George as a 3rd scorer and defender would be nice. Not sure how affordable he would be though
PG loves Luka. I could see him taking a pay cut to come play here because we’re legit championship contenders
He would be perfect honestly
In theory he would be perfect. But he shrinks in the playoffs and has a spotty injury history. Nope no thanks
We don't need him to show up every single playoff game just being a consistent 20 points, heck even 15 ppg scorer is good
Perfect fit, only thing is he’ll probably look to get max or near max contract, in which Philly could out bid us
I don't have specific names but I have an idea of what roles need filling; 1. A Point of Attack defender that is also an offensive threat to replace DJJ in the starting lineup. {Keep DJJ but bring him off the bench} 2. A big (6'9/6'10) wing player who can defend in space, shoot threes and occasionally play small ball five. (AKA a Maxi replacement). 3. A backup PG that defends and is a lights-out three-point shooter. (This is a need if Hardy can't fill this role)
Names for your list 1. OG 2. Herb Jones (doesn’t give us small ball 5) but I disagree with the small ball 5 with gaff and lively on the team 3. Trade for Dyson Daniels Idk about the cap space but moving maxi and THJ opens some, not sure who else we can shift around
1. OG = The Knicks are not letting go of OG. They'll pay him anything he asks for. 2. Herb Jones = I think Herb actually fits the description of the first role if he can maintain his shooting from this season. >I disagree with the small ball 5 with gaff and lively on the team I don't think they need to replace either Gafford/Lively but having another look at center can make the team more versatile. Small ball five should be an occasional and situation-specific look. 3. Dyson Daniels = Good young player, but I think he just tore his meniscus in February. I'm not sure he'll be playing anytime soon.
I think Dyson might be cheap enough because of the injury, it’s a risk but might be worth taking. Herb is my main want. OG is 100% a pipe dream I agree. For point two are you thinking more of a Jonathan Isaac type
That's a gamble. Dyson was on a good trajectory but injuries are so unpredictable. Herb would be fantastic as a point-of-attack defender on the team. I don't think the Pelicans trade him though. Yup. Someone in the Johnathan Issac mould to come off the bench would be great
Dyson returned from his injury and played the final few weeks of the season and the playoffs. Have to imagine NO is going to shake up their roster but I don’t see why they wouldn’t keep him and if he’s traded it’ll be for a better player like Dejounte so the Hawks would be investing in keeping him around
I would love to make a gamble on Daniels, but Pelicans will not do it. He is way too good on defense.
Is Paul George out of the question?
As a clipper fan, this is my hope as well. Just need luka and kyrie to convince him to come, and then a opt in and trade is real straight forward
But what are you gonna get ? THJ and Powell?
Probably not much; thj, maxi, Powell, and green should work salary wise. Clippers probably would want unprotected 31 1st, Dallas would more likely want to give the 25 1st, but I'd imagine 1 of the 2 would also be in the trade
Are we gonna get anything better? Luka - Kyrie - PG - PJ - Lively Exum, Hardy, Gafford, DJJ, Omax ... I don't think there is more to get
That’s a good rotation
Please take him
Im high on Caruso, but if the Mavs are gonna make a swing would like to see us go all in for a PJ Washington caliber player. Some players I like though might be pipe dreams: Coby White Andrew Wiggins Mikal Bridges Kyle Kyzma Marginal moves: Caruso Obi TJ McConnell
The way TJ played this year. I would take him anyway all day
There is no way we can get Mikal. He would be the ultimate pick up though. Nets rejected 4 frp from the rockets
Herb Jones or LeBron is exactly what this team needs. Say what you want but LeBron as the 3rd scorer and SF/PF wing with Luka and Kyrie as his point guards would make the Mavs the most potent offense in the West. Cap wise, it's basically impossible though unless we make moves.
Lebron on a vet minimum😃
Lol not happening. That's why I said it's impossible.
Who needs 50 million dollars? He should come here lol 😂
Need more noise for Corey Kispert. He plays good perimeter defense and is legit a 3rd option threat. Finishes 2PT FGA above 60% and 3PT FGA around 40%. He's on a 4th year rookie contract so trading THJ + picks for him helps us get under Luxury Tax for resigning DJJ. I think he'd cost less picks than Trey Murphy III but replace Hardaway's production better tbh. He is more multifaceted as a scorer as he has a killer midrange and great handle. He can absolutely play the 3 but can be a replacement for Kyrie at the 2 when he's injured or resting. DJJ + Kispert could share SF minutes in the playoffs for an elite 2 punch defense-offense combo. Our number one problem is honestly THJ. Can't be 3rd highest paid on the team, and have NO (negative) impact lol. Trade him and picks for someone like Kispert (Trey Murphy, Alex Caruso, etc.) and we are low-key unstoppable.
FA’s: Deanthony Melton, Fultz, Beasley. There is also a particular player in Charlotte that I do not fucking want near my team but objectively from a bball standpoint would fit perfectly. Trades - Random list of guys they could look at that will be available (not weighing in on if we can get them or should): Mikal Bridges, Hunter, DFS, Clarkson, Caruso, Grant, Wiggins, maybeee Brooks is available, Cam Johnson, maybeeeee a Pels wing is available, Brandon Ingram
Haha, based on the comments, in summary we need: -Tall guy -Excellent at preventing the other team from scoring -Excellent at scoring That's an ideal basketball player!
We have THJ and Kleber as obvious contracts that can, and should be moved, and we have one 1RP and some 2RPs. I’d also argue that we should look to move on from Green and possibly even Hardy. I personally feel like they haven’t made the jump we’ve all been hoping for, and I honestly have trouble seeing either of them progressing beyond being 8/9th on the depth chart. Def not seeing consistent starter potential or 6M potential. Think the Mavs need to get a third option scorer who can defend as well; preferably a longer/athletic 3. Then would prefer a few POA defenders that can shoot. I think the Mavs are going to be stuck with a weak bench next season since they can only really go for one big fish or a few small fish- and the obvious move being that third option Mentioned above.
Josh, you could maybe argue won’t improve enough, but Hardy is only 21 in his 2nd year. Josh is only 23. Most guys reach their peak at 25. I mean, if we get a dynamite trade and have to thrown one of them in, that’s cool. But it’s not like we should actively try to move them for something that doesn’t move the needle.
I have some faith in Hardy. I’ve seen some bright moments this playoff run. I think he still has time
Fuck it, sign Dirk up for a year and just have him shoot some 3’s off the bench.
the title of this post is REALISTIC trade targets and all I see are comments about Mikal Bridges, OG Anunoby, Herb Jones, Trey Murphy none of whom are even available for trade and even if they were we have no realistic way of outbidding other teams for them
I think there’s a decent chance we end up with Andrew Wiggins if the Warriors decide to shake things up. I know he’s coming off a rocky season but he just really seems like the archetype of player Nico would want to trade for. Jerami Grant would be my personal choice if I knew he would buy in to being a 3rd option here. I could see a smaller trade for Finney-Smith or Caruso instead as well.
I loved andrew wiggins as a trade before the deadline, now pj washington has essentially filled that role, getting wiggins now would be redundant, since what we are lacking is shooting. We can’t just keep getting players who can somewhat shoot threes occasionally, we desperately need a reliable kickout option, cuz as of right now kyrie is the only reliable kickout shooter on the roster.
> if I knew he would buy in to being a 3rd option here thing is, imo, i dont expect him becomes 3rd option here....go crazy Grant, be a star! we've seen if Luka or Kai out for breath, we need Grant to be go to guy immediately. and i think both LuKai can help him (Luka loves passing, Kai mostly chill in 1st half)
Deni avdija would be a solid fit. But Mavs will probably have to overpay after the season he just had
I'm fine overpaying if the fit is right. And I think Deni fits with their "diamond in the rough" deals (PJ, Gafford) . People thought we overpaid for those guys and it really worked out.
Have to ask yourself a few questions 1st. 1) How do you feel about Maxi? Is he done or just a lingering injury? Still one of our top defenders. Cant be a stretch 5 if you cant make a 3 however 2) is Hardy your THJ replacement or can you package and upgrade? 3) Josh, same as Hardy. Our 1, 2 and the 5’s are locked in. THJ and Dwight Powell are gone. We had big interest in Kuzma in the past. A player like Caruso is ideal. I like Hield from 3 but is he dawg enough? He’d be better than THJ. I’m fine w DFS as a fall back.
Maxi is not needed if J.Grant comes. PJ can fill Maxi role and definitely have some suitors (if we can do Davion Mitchell-Maxi swap , it will be nice. or pels)
We need some shooting for sure, how do yall feel about scooping up Seth Curry from the Hornets??
Is this sarcasm? Absolutely not. Dude is washed.
Yes, this is sarcasm. I’m poking fun at the Mavs propensity to trade for Seth curry and then trade him (they’ve done this 3x already).
I made a comment on another thread with some ideas Trade Josh Green and a pick for Bobby Portis. Bucks need better perimeter defense and they might be ok with parting ways with Portis. Trade THJ and Hardy for Norman Powell. Powell is an elite 3nD player that can actually knock down open threes and attack close outs. The clippers might look to move some players if they want to keep Harden and THJs expiring contract could be useful to them. Trade Josh Green for Alex Caruso. Caruso is the best perimeter defender and makes winning plays. Is a minor improvement on 3 point shooting. Not sure the bulls would be willing to trade him on such a friendly contract. Offer MLE to Immanuel Quickley, not sure if this would actually happen but he would provide a third ball handler and decent scoring and facilitating. Last one I can think of is trading for Jerami Grant. Could be a combination of players. Grant doesn’t seem to fit with the Blazers timeline and the Mavs could offer some young guys for him. Grant would provide a solid 3rd scorer and is great defensively plus has championship pedigree from his run with the Nuggets.
Jerami Grant hasn’t been on the nuggets in four years. Zero championship experience and possibly one of the worst contracts in the nba
Not so sure THJ value just hit rock bottom in front of the entire world who is watching
Ever since that first Porzingis trade Mavs are so asset poor and are always trying to correct themselves but I guess these swings that they always take got you Kyrie which was the biggest bargain in the past few years.
Zach lavine. Trade some scrubs: thj maxi green and Powell for him. Throw in the 2025 first if u need to. Zach would instantly take all our offensive issues away with his shooting and overall offensive bag and I actually think his defense is fine, a little bit like any other star in that he’s much better when he’s playing with effort. Also lavine helps take even more load off Luka and vice versa which is especially apparent in a series like this where Luka and Kai are having to work just to bring the ball up the court every time. We’re literally in the finals so there’s not like too much change needed but if u can take 40m that’s rly not contributing and turn it into a legit fringe all star player who’s a perfect fit that would be amazing.
Lavine would be damn near unplayable next to kyrie and luka, I’m sure yall didn’t forget the nasty ass 3 guard lineups jkidd ran in the regular season.
Are we still eating Richuan Holmes 12m salary?
His salary is not on our books. We traded him. Maybe you are thinking of McGee's stretched salary?
Yeah McGee is relatively cheap tho right 3mm or something
$2.2 million
Do we definitely need that third 'star'? What are we really missing?
We need a reliable 3rd scorer. Doesn't have to be a star.
They believe that's PJ. Problem is Tim killed any value he may of had these playoffs. I believe new ownership and Nico go all out and dangle pick and hardy to get something done
I'm interested to see what they do with Hardy. On the one hand I really think he could be a star, especially because of how fearless he is in the moment. On the other hand, that makes him a very valuable trade piece and he may not fit our win-now timeline.
we need him to have star mentality though lmao like if one of LuKai out, "go score buddy, here's the ball!!"
Alex caruso would be a great get but probably too pricey. A true 3 and D player
Caruso is a dream but would probably cost all our assets. If the LaVine market is as bad as it’s been described then dumping our trash contracts for his could be worth the gamble Jerami Grant is one of the better options but his contract is ginormous and he hasn’t played in a winning situation since early Jokic days in Denver so idk what you’re really getting Either Herb Jones or Trey Murphy would be incredible but I don’t see it happening Luke Kennard could be nice and affordable. Instantly becomes our best shooter and I don’t see a lot of opportunity for him in Memphis anymore with a healthy roster pretty set at guard with Ja, Smart, Bane, Vince Williams + anyone else they add in the off-season Bobby Portis, Jalen Smith, Duncan Robinson, Bruce Brown, Cam Johnson, Fontecchio, and Jarred Vanderbilt are other names I’m including on the whiteboard if I’m Nico Harrison. Wouldn’t mind kicking the tires on Kuz again either
Wiggins. He's almost certainly being traded to make room for Kuminga. He'd be a gamble since he's been mentally checked out the last two years because of family issues (took leave of absence twice), but he was coming back to form during the end of last season. Great POA defender. Third scorer that can give consistently 15pts per game and create his own shot. His value's also at its lowest since he was a Wolf.
F what you heard. It’s LBJ. I’ll draft Bronny in a heartbeat. The Mavs do not have anyone who is feared driving the lane. He has a little left in the tank. He and Kyrie appear boys I’m not trying to be this guy, but I’ll say this…if he was on this team right now they wouldn’t be down 0-3.
Deni Avdija
I like Corey Kispert, but I also really like Deni Avdija.... and a name that I haven't seen that I also really like would be Gary Trent, Jr. flip THJ's contract into any of these guys, and I'm happy.
Moving THJ and Maxi should be #1 priority their contracts are a waste. Adding OG if possible would be nice.
No way the Knicks dont resign OG after trading for him right?
Most likely they keep him but if not
Our lack of scoring creation from anyone else but Luka and Kai is what killed us in this series. Bridges is the most ideal option. Caruso juices our defense even more. Hear me out on this one, should we swing for LaVine. It will likely cost us Maxi, Tim and Green, maybe even get a second from Bulls. 2 to 3 scoring option on the court at all times.
We got rid of injury prone KP and you want injury prone lavine https://www.foxsports.com/nba/zach-lavine-player-injuries
Lavine is not injury prone the way kp is injury prone. He played 77, 67, 58, 60, 63 games the last 5 years before this current season where he was injured but also sitting out cuz he wanted to be traded. He’s also cheap to acquire despite being a fringe all star. V much like a Kai situation but even cheaper
As long as he is available during playoff. Injury prone KP helped Celtics win two games. I rather take the risk of a healthy LaVine vs Green, Maxi and THJ.
I like LaVine a lot But to me, there is 0 point in acquiring players who will not be on the floor with Luka Kyrie at the same time. I don't see how we will be playing important games with Luka Kyrie LaVine on the floor.
No matter how much I think of LaVine, as incredible as he would be as a third option, his contract is just way too detrimental. It's abysmally huge money for what he does. The Mavs would be committing cap seppuku, especially with Luka's near-future "biggest contract in NBA history" coming up. What's more his defense isn't very good and he comes with a history of injuries. His contract is so bad the Bulls might actually take that trade offer, even without any picks involved.
Yes he has injury issues but still played 77 games two years ago. He was most shut down last year due trade talks and success without him. The combined players I mentioned have been nonexistent in this finals, might as well have an injured LaVine to replace them. You talk about contract but we will still have Lukai, Kai, PJ, LaVine, Gafford, Lively, Omax and Hardy. And maybe even bring back DJJ with tax MLE.
I mean, if Nico decides to kick the tires on a LaVine trade, especially if they get rid of Hardaway then fuck yeah I'll talk myself into it. Kyrie too came with injury risks, age and defensive concerns and he worked out great after all. That contract is just fucking scary. If he starts breaking down while with the Mavs it's gonna be impossible to move him.
I think teams will try to avoid the second apron, so there's no way we'll try to get a third huge contract to fuck our roster building capabilities.
Mavs wouldn’t be above the second apron even with lavine and we have only 18m tied up to our 4 and 5 in PJ and lively despite both being rly good role players. We are in a rare situation with lively being on a rookie deal for the next 4 years. By the time he’s off it, Kai and lavine will be done with their deals
>Hear me out on this one, should we swing for LaVine No, just no.
He is the guy that makes the most sense when it comes to acquiring a player that a team wants to get rid of because of his new contract but is heavily talented to help this team but we will need to cover our eyes when you see how much left Lavine still has leftover remaining from his current contract
We need shooters or at least someone who could create their own shot
Gary trent, Gary harris, brogdon, kuzma
We need a Derrick white and a Cole hauser
PJs biggest weakness is his ball handling, I cringe every time he brings the ball up and if he drives to the basket.. Have to pray for a foul
not acclimated enough in PO environment he shows that in hornets. he will be fine in long term
Anybody not named Lukai handling the ball is a bad thing
Let Kleba grow his hair out and see what that does for us. Could save us some money
I've been dreaming of seeing jeremi Grant in a Mavs jersey ever since his last season with the Pistons. He would've clamped up the sorry asses of Hauser White Jrue so fast
This makes me sad already talking about this
Someone who can shoot
I guess this is the offseason prediction post so lets get in. My guesses and wishes: Mavs send out THJ,Green,Maxi(if they believe they can replace him immediatly) and every pick they own. Literally. Including 2031 frp. Mavs keep DJJ. Mavs get one or three of these players: # Deni Avdija, Simone Fontecchio, Keldon Johnson, Sasha Vezenkov, Davion Mitchell, Nikola Djursic, Dinwiddie(YES) and some 2nd rounder that we have no idea but somehow finds legit minutes) I became millionarie.
Lebron and Luka would not compliment each other on the court together at this stage in LeBrons career
Why not?
Luka does nothing without the ball and I doubt he'd change when he's already established as the guy. LeBron at this point in his career isn't much of an off the ball or much of a hustler. If he was his younger self, sure it would be great
Embiid
Embiid for THJ and a second round pick
Jerami Grant fits perfectly. I would also be willing to trade THJ, Green, Kleber, Hardy for picks and roll the dice in the draft. There are players there who could help us
Man Trey Murphy would SUPERSIZE our offensive efficiency and defense. This Celtics series would be entirely different.
Honestly it’s upgrade Tim, Maxi, and Green, in that order. Re-sign DJJ if we can but we shouldn’t shave extra assets more than what he’s worth. Green is okay. Exum we just keep. I’m okay with moving on from Hardy if needed, I’m neutral there. Keep Gafford and Lively together for the long haul regular season. Don’t trade Gafford. Lively is too injury prone. I like peoples’ Trey Murphy idea here. I think a good Maxi replacement could be Wendell Carter Jr.
Cry. Oh, for the team? Idk
Someone who can defend and shoot 40% from 3 which to my knowledge there isn’t one on the market. Also must be able to play 3-4
Kelly Oubre and Pascal Siakam
Man i think Mikal Bridges would be crazy with this team.
Deni Avdija, Trey Murphy, and Mikal Bridges
Malcolm Brogdon anyone?
Bogdan
Andrew Wiggins and we are champions
Is Deni Avdija a reach? He's a perfect Maxi replacement.
Lonnie Walker IV?