If We Are Done, Are We Finished?

[dirkfansince1998]

Just like TPA. VORP is another BPM adjusted for minutes/games stat. Not sure if I am the biggest fan of the methode but it is probably enough to give us a frame to work with. Don´t think the choosen catch all metric really matters in this case. They all have strengths and weaknesses.

Overall it brings us back to a discussion about different ways of roster building. Dan highlighted different ways to reach contender level in a salary cap driven league.

To simplify it with a few examples:
Top heavy contenders like the big 3 Heat. With three guys combining for a 15+ VORP and mediocre depth.
A duo with a more balanced supporting cast. For example the Lakers or Clippers in the last few seasons. Two star players combing for a 10+ VORP.
A superstar that is surrounded by good role players. Best example would be the 2011 Mavs team. Maybe the Raptors team around Kawhi.
Or the rare team with incredible depth but no clear star player with great boxscore metrics. Like the 00s Pistons or the 2020 Heat team that made the finals.


What is the best option for the Mavs?
They already have Luka. And okay depth. As currently constructed they lack the necessary 2nd or 3rd best player to reach the next level. Maybe KP can be that guy. Maybe a trade can land the Mavs that kind of player. Or a trade turns a struggling 2nd/3rd option into even better rotation/depth pieces that can make up for the lack of a clear 2nd best player.