"...whether it's free agency or the draft..."
Since Dallas has no picks, what's their best opportunity to acquire some?
(06-08-2021, 08:21 AM)Kammrath Wrote: [ -> ]Are you changing your stance? Do you think the Mavs no longer trade him?
Based on the info we have, I don’t think so.
But, I’m starting to feel like more of KP’s problems this year were about “buying in” than I previously thought. If it’s true that he turned a corner last week, physically (I didn’t notice it, but both he and Carlisle said so) AND if it’s true that something clicked and he’s now aware that he needs to accept the changing “defensive job description” of an NBA center, then the combo of those two things might give me a little hope.
I DO trust that Carlisle and Nelson have a much better understanding than we do about whether this is fixable, I just don’t know if I think they actually believe what they’re saying in the press.
(06-07-2021, 11:22 PM)KillerLeft Wrote: [ -> ]I hope everyone takes the time to actually watch the exit interviews above. The selected quotes tweeted by local journalists don't really do them justice, imo.
It sounds to me like KP FINALLY understands what he has to do, for example. Carlisle talked a lot about the defensive "job requirements" changing for the modern center, and he made it seem like there was meaningful communication between them.
Much more, too.
I did. Really insightful stuff. KP really does seem to "get it". The game has just moved beyond the standard post play. Slow and plodding can't compete with the amount of 3s taken now. And he really seems to get that. I thought he seemed very genuine in his take on things.
Luka doesn't sound anything like the other players in the league that are essentially hired guns. He sounds much more interested in building something great like Dirk did with staying in Dallas.
I think they did take a step forward this year. They were the 5th seed even with all of the issues they faced early on with Covid and with a condensed year. I'd like to see KP grow this summer as a player and a fit within the system. Then, with the growth of the other players that should be a good jump forward.
As far as the offseason goes, I want to see them get a gritty wing (2/3) and another big that can defend the rim. That's the biggest area of need I think.
(06-08-2021, 12:39 PM)Tyler Wrote: [ -> ]"...whether it's (during) free agency or the draft..."
Since Dallas has no picks, what's their best opportunity to acquire some?
I think that’s in terms of timeline. I added the “(during)” in the quote to show what I think he meant when he said it. Could be wrong and they have a plan to acquire a pick, and that may be a part of the plan as well (trade that nets a pick in draft and player). You can make a trade during the draft of only players though, picks don’t have to be involved.
(06-08-2021, 12:39 PM)Tyler Wrote: [ -> ]"...whether it's free agency or the draft..."
Since Dallas has no picks, what's their best opportunity to acquire some?
That was an older quote (those dates are listed). That was just trying to illustrate that Donnie always gives the same lip service whenever it's offseason/trade deadline time.
(06-08-2021, 12:45 PM)audiosway Wrote: [ -> ]As far as the offseason goes, I want to see them get a gritty wing (2/3) and another big that can defend the rim. That's the biggest area of need I think.
If we run it back exchanging Batum for JRich it won’t be any worse than this year IMO.
(06-08-2021, 12:39 PM)Tyler Wrote: [ -> ]"...whether it's free agency or the draft..."
Since Dallas has no picks, what's their best opportunity to acquire some?
Look at the dates of the tweets.
Seems like Donnie has a penchant to repeat himself.
Possible sticking point with signing Tim?
He says he's definately shown that he's a starter and that his intention is to be a starter. I know that's not the exact quote. But as soon as I heard it my questions were...
Do he and the Mavs unequivocally agree on that?
Will that be stated in Tim's part of the negotiation?
If so, how do the Mavs respond?
Do they say, "wait here while we see if we can add a "top 3" of the roster player? And then he says, "uhhh, no"?
(06-08-2021, 08:21 AM)Kammrath Wrote: [ -> ]Are you changing your stance? Do you think the Mavs no longer trade him?
Just to be clear, the "I don't think so" from my earlier response is about changing my stance.
My stance is still that they will and should trade the guy, but I have to admit I'm wavering.
(06-08-2021, 01:35 PM)fifteenth Wrote: [ -> ]Possible sticking point with signing Tim?
He says he's definately shown that he's a starter and that his intention is to be a starter. I know that's not the exact quote. But as soon as I heard it my questions were...
Do he and the Mavs unequivocally agree on that?
Will that be stated in Tim's part of the negotiation?
If so, how do the Mavs respond?
Do they say, "wait here while we see if we can add a "top 3" of the roster player? And then he says, "uhhh, no"?
He's going to sign with the team who offers the most money. If multiple offers are basically equal, he'll re-sign here in Dallas. Once signed, he'll do whatever he's told to do. I love the dude, but he's not Jimmy Butler. I think he was just answering a question honestly.
(06-08-2021, 01:37 PM)KillerLeft Wrote: [ -> ]He's going to sign with the team who offers the most money. If multiple offers are basically equal, he'll re-sign here in Dallas. Once signed, he'll do whatever he's told to do. I love the dude, but he's not Jimmy Butler. I think he was just answering a question honestly.
Yeah, that makes sense. I sure do like the guy. And I think his game is more well rounded than folks around here give him credit for. But if the Mavs are actually able to add a top of the roster player, I can easily see a situation where not all the starter level players can actually start.
(06-08-2021, 02:57 PM)Kammrath Wrote: [ -> ]https://twitter.com/CallieCaplan/status/...5424024584
That sounds to me that they will look for a team to take him for what they believe to be value. If that doesn’t materialize, he’ll be back. That’s what some of us have been saying for a while. I wanted to move him after staying healthy through the playoffs and thought he would be bubble KP. He wasn’t half of my want, so I am unsure whether or not they’ll find what they are looking for. Everyone should “be prepared “ for either scenario.
(06-08-2021, 03:04 PM)ItsGoTime Wrote: [ -> ]That sounds to me that they will look for a team to take him for what they believe to be value. If that doesn’t materialize, he’ll be back. That’s what some of us have been saying for a while. I wanted to move him after staying healthy through the playoffs and thought he would be bubble KP. He wasn’t half of my want, so I am unsure whether or not they’ll find what they are looking for. Everyone should “be prepared “ for either scenario.
It's kind of funny because I think this quote is one of the more telling ones that they're going to shop him hard. To me it reads as "Look, KP has great value!" as some salesmanship to other teams as opposed to fans.
After watching some exit interviews, Donnie Nelson being aggressive is an oxymoron. I know he is probably aggressive in his head but he exudes the opposite.
One hint on KP's future in my mind was in Doncic's exit interview. His answer was positive toward KP but then finished with he didn't know who his teammates will be next year. It may have been in relation to the pending free agents but I thought it was odd to bring it up in the context of KP and Luka's fit with each other. We will see.
(06-08-2021, 03:31 PM)StrandedOnBeauboisHill Wrote: [ -> ]It's kind of funny because I think this quote is one of the more telling ones that they're going to shop him hard. To me it reads as "Look, KP has great value!" as some salesmanship to other teams as opposed to fans.
Yep, shop him hard, and if they don't get the value they are looking for, they keep him.
(06-08-2021, 03:43 PM)Hypermav Wrote: [ -> ]After watching some exit interviews, Donnie Nelson being aggressive is an oxymoron. I know he is probably aggressive in his head but he exudes the opposite.
One hint on KP's future in my mind was in Doncic's exit interview. His answer was positive toward KP but then finished with he didn't know who his teammates will be next year. It may have been in relation to the pending free agents but I thought it was odd to bring it up in the context of KP and Luka's fit with each other. We will see.
No need to be agressive when you have a plan and execute it. Cannot remember the exact details but a few years ago Deron Williams explained his decision to sign with the Nets instead of joining the Mavs. He basically said that the Nets had a detailed multi year plan (including the Joe Johnson trade). Mavs meeting did not even include Cuban and the only thing that Donnie told him was that he should trust them.
Not lost on me:
1. Luka was asked about his fit with KP: "He is a great player. I don't know what we're going to do next year with the whole roster."
2. Carlisle was asked about KP's production: "KP has great value... We'll study it ...and see where this roster goes."
Listening to DP
1. The questions aren't smart enough for him! :-D
2. I like how he says "progress"
3. I like how much he says "blessing"
4. I expect Dwight won't have trouble finding something to enjoy and succeed at after basketball!
(06-08-2021, 04:17 PM)fifteenth Wrote: [ -> ]4. I expect Dwight won't have trouble finding something to enjoy and succeed at after basketball!
He just doesn't know how basketball makes that after-life better!
(06-08-2021, 04:27 PM)ItsGoTime Wrote: [ -> ]He just doesn't know how basketball makes that after-life better!
Does basketbll make the after-life better?