(03-25-2021, 05:55 PM)jesusshuttlesworth82 Wrote: No chemistry between KP and Luka either. Every time KP has a good game, he mentions how the ball actually moved around tonight.

(03-25-2021, 06:06 PM)Tyler Wrote: The note about his post-game statements is true. But it's also the same thing that every other player also says when they are interviewed after a good game. Even Luka talks about wanting to get everybody involved. I think "I like how the ball moved around" is just a team crutch phrase that they probably use a lot internally to talk about good teamwork. 

When Brunson says it, people nod in approval. But when KP says it, they assume he's taking a shot at Luka. Honestly, the only consistent toxicity I see with the Mavs right now is how the fans and media seem to have it out for certain players.

(03-25-2021, 06:09 PM)jesusshuttlesworth82 Wrote: He has looked visibly pissed multiple times this year when he calls for the ball and Luka doesnt pass it to him.

(03-25-2021, 06:40 PM)Mavs2021 Wrote: And for all the Parker haters, just remember his barn stands on Lavine Island next to the Julius Randle mansion.

(03-25-2021, 05:55 PM)jesusshuttlesworth82 Wrote: Tim McMahon was on The Fan earlier and said the Mavs arent convinced about Porzingis long term but they absolutely couldn't trade him now.  HIs value around the league is low.  At least there's hope with KP.  You wouldnt get a star in return for him.  No chemistry between KP and Luka either.  Every time KP has a good game, he mentions how the ball actually moved around tonight.

Hawks will "bite the bullet" and match any offer sheet for Collins instead of letting an asset walk for nothing.  

The show hosts didnt ask him a follow up about any sign and trade possibilities for Collins.  

(03-25-2021, 06:50 PM)StepBackJay Wrote: Wondering aloud if Mavs might just do J Rich + THJ + shore up bench.

(03-25-2021, 06:56 PM)KillerLeft Wrote: Provided that A) the better version of Richardson we've seen recently becomes more of the norm,

B) Ditto on the above, but for KP

C) The Mavs can get a full-blown, useful rotation player for the MLE

I can think of worse ways to go.

(03-25-2021, 06:46 PM)KillerLeft Wrote: I'm not a Parker hater at all, but as to those comps...isn't there some sort of serous injury history with Parker that has caused his stock to drop over the past few years? I might be imaging that.

(03-25-2021, 07:06 PM)StepBackJay Wrote: So I guess Mavs ideal situation might be if they lock up J Rich to an opt-in and extend like they did with Powell a couple of years ago so they a) have a very tradable contract and b) have 25 mil to spend on somebody. Even if J Rich costs like 15/yr with less years they will still have a good amount of cap space.

Knicks have a ton which is amazing given that they are a playoff team. They have the ability to overpay multiple guys. I imagine they will sign Lonzo to a huge deal which is probably why Pelicans should have traded him. They are the biggest threat to swoop up the top names in FA (even if those names are mostly 3rd/4th tier level guys)

Heat are likely going to resign Oladipo unless he's terrible so, it's really just the Knicks that are the Mavs main competition for players. A lot of teams with cap space are rebuilding and aren't really looking to spend a bunch of money.

I really think Boston might want to unload Walker and resign Fournier, especially if they believe he is a better fit. I don't see them being able to keep Kemba and pay Fournier 20 mil/yr. Boston is certainly a team to watch.

Right now DeRozan is one of the more interesting names bc he isn't going back to the Spurs and Mavs can afford to pay him more than the MLE. Most of the other players (Powell, Fournier, Dipo) have already found their landing spot. If DeRozan is okay with coming off the bench he would be an upgrade imo over THJ. I would be good with J Rich + DeMar being your offseason.  DeRozan would be an instant candidate for 6th man of the year. The issue is him and Brunson co-existing. A guy like Fournier I think would be an instant fit vs DeRozan who would take the ball out of Brunson's hands. He could also make Brunson expendable if you were able to cash him in for someone else. Anyways, food for thought.

(03-25-2021, 07:15 PM)dirkfansince1998 Wrote: I want to avoid any RFAs. Just not worth it.

- THJ+Richardson for 30m

- Try to create some additional capspace (decline WCS option, maybe trade Burke or go even bigger and trade Powell)

- Add two guys in the 8-10m range (one with capspace, one with the MLE)

- Figure out if it makes sense to use the BAE

(03-25-2021, 07:15 PM)dirkfansince1998 Wrote: Add two guys in the 8-10m range (one with capspace, one with the MLE)