(05-12-2021, 09:22 AM)ItsGoTime Wrote: SnT JRich for him?

(05-12-2021, 08:59 AM)Mavs03 Wrote: THT with a nice game yesterday hitting some big shots in OT for the Lakers including two massive 3 pointers.  He's averaging 9 points, 3 rebounds 3 assists, 1 steal in 20 minutes per game for the season.  He's shooting 46% from the field and 79% from the FT line for the year.  He's only shooting  27% from 3, although that percentage has actually improved. Over the past month, he's shot 31% from 3.  His stroke is good.  I believe that percentage could get into the mid 30s with more playing time.

I would present an offer sheet that would make it uncomfortable for the Lakers.  They already have $120 million committed in team salary for next year and that's not even including Dennis Schroeder who is an unrestricted free agent.  If we get THT, he would replace J-Rich in the starting lineup.

(05-12-2021, 09:33 AM)SleepingHero Wrote: What a coup that would be.

I watched THT last night. Mainly 4th quarter and OT. Sheesh. What a game. His impact was everywhere. Culminated in hitting the 3 that put them ahead with 30 seconds left. 

I don't know what I'd throw at THT because I really don't think he's worth more than 12 mil a year, but having him instead of JRich would be amazing.

(05-12-2021, 11:47 AM)cow Wrote: Welcome to the THT hype train.  I'm the conductor.  Dan is the ticket inspector.

(05-12-2021, 11:13 AM)dynamicalVoid Wrote: And can tie his shoes without bending over

(05-12-2021, 02:35 PM)Mavs03 Wrote: Let me guess.  You're a fan of the Mavs draft selections.  If Josh Green was averaging 9 points 3 rebounds 3 assists 1 steal, you would throw a parade.  I'm not offering the max for THT.  But the kid is only 20.  Same age as Green and Terry.

(05-12-2021, 02:35 PM)Mavs03 Wrote: Let me guess.  You're a fan of the Mavs draft selections.  If Josh Green was averaging 9 points 3 rebounds 3 assists 1 steal, you would throw a parade.  I'm not offering the max for THT.  But the kid is only 20.  Same age as Green and Terry.

(05-12-2021, 11:47 AM)cow Wrote: Welcome to the THT hype train.  I'm the conductor.  Dan is the ticket inspector.

(05-12-2021, 06:02 PM)cow Wrote: His max is 20m per.  I think 15m per gets it done.  That's still a hefty gamble if his 3PT shooting doesn't come around.  I think we've seen enough to know he'll be a great defender, can handle the ball, can get to the rim and finish through contact, has good court vision and is a willing passer.  I think he just fits no matter what the team composition is and with the work that Mavs coaches have done with Jalen, DFS and Maxi, I think they can improve his outside shooting.  His form doesn't look broken.

(05-12-2021, 06:16 PM)KillerLeft Wrote: Are you at all worried about him eating his way out of some the handling/finishing skills you mention?

(05-12-2021, 06:26 PM)cow Wrote: Luka will always have my attention in that category over anyone else.

(05-12-2021, 06:30 PM)KillerLeft Wrote: Hey, no argument on that score, but at least we know Luka worth the money (and then some) if he can cut out some of the cheetos.

(05-12-2021, 06:02 PM)cow Wrote: His max is 20m per.  I think 15m per gets it done.  That's still a hefty gamble if his 3PT shooting doesn't come around.  I think we've seen enough to know he'll be a great defender, can handle the ball, can get to the rim and finish through contact, has good court vision and is a willing passer.  I think he just fits no matter what the team composition is and with the work that Mavs coaches have done with Jalen, DFS and Maxi, I think they can improve his outside shooting.  His form doesn't look broken.

(05-13-2021, 09:59 AM)StepBackJay Wrote: It's just not going to happen. I don't think any team is going to give him 15/yr and if they do it won't be the Mavs and I don't see Lakers motivation to not retain him. Your only shot would probably be a J Rich trade if it doesn't trigger a hard cap for the Lakers.

(05-13-2021, 10:18 AM)cow Wrote: Counterpoint:  It's going to happen.

(05-13-2021, 10:39 AM)dirkfansince1998 Wrote: Let´s say. Vassell and the Spurs 1st for KP.

(05-13-2021, 10:34 AM)StepBackJay Wrote: I am really stuck on this Brunson for Mitchell Robinson idea lately bc it makes too much sense. Similar contract situation. Knicks are already hovering Brunson like sharks. MR is a luxury for them really and they have found success without him. 

For the Mavs I feel like MR fits Rick's archetype of the 5 he wants in his system (and what Luka needs). MR would also make KP more disposable though I think they could try to play them together. My impression of MR is that he's a better defender than both WCS and Powell and offensively as good or better than Powell with that super high FG%. Mavs would likely keep Powell on the bench but WCS' services would no longer be needed.

If KP did go away for say a playmaking guard or wing then you already have your starting frontcourt which is probably Maxi or DFS starting next to MR.

As much as I like Brunson I think he is replaceable. I could see Mavs for example throwing some money at Dinwiddie to make him your 6th man. I like that Dinwiddie can score, pass and get to the FT line even if he isn't the most efficient shooter.

As mentioned KP might get moved at some point in the future in which case you are trying to get an upgrade at guard or wing positions but don't really need to do much with the frontcourt at all if you have MR, Maxi, Powell in place.