08-22-2021, 11:56 AM
(08-21-2021, 03:07 PM)Kammrath Wrote: I still need more evidence about how Nico will function as a GM, but here are some thoughts and guesses:
1) I think Nico will sign all contracts and extensions moving forward with a two pronged focus, a) to help the team now but ultimately b) to be a future trade asset.
2) I fully expect all the contracts on this team to be used (or readily available) for some massive trade to try to get Luka a second star. I do not think the Mavs are truly attached to DFS, JB, Maxi, or anyone else not named Luka.
3) My guess is that especially DP, Maxi, JB, and KP will all be gone within the next year. I think DFS will be in that group too, but am less confident on him.
I will be disappointed if there is not an extension for Brunson. This is where win/win negotiating should prevail. Should there is a chance he gets a bigger deal next offseason, but that is not guaranteed. If he gets hurt, he is not Kevin Durant. 12/13 millionish per year is life changing money and for a 3 year contract with a player or team option on the 4th, still allows another big payday if he continues to play well. Maybe he wants to start, but there are not many places who have a clear opportunity to start currently. Get him signed. He is good and if you get him on a team friendly contract he will still be a good asset. And Brunson will be in a good spot here as well.
I do agree that I think in a year (maybe less) either Maxi or DFS will not be here. Most days I think it is probably Maxi who is not here. DFS as a 4 million expiring salary is very valuable but the team who trades for him would not get that 4 million price tag for long. The signing of Bulluck and Brown plus the development of Green, makes it tough to play both Maxi and DFS. Especially since neither of any of these players can create offense by themselves.