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[SleepingHero]

I honestly don't see the Sabonis fit, unless next move is to trade KP. But, if we have the assets to trade for Sabonis, couldn't we say this means we have assets for Grant? I guess his market value is around the same as Sabonis

I actually see them fit quite well. I imagine Sabonis doing Sabonis things in the place of Powell and to me it greatly fixes the offensive struggles of the team. Sabonis is an elite passer for a big man. Mavs usually have Powell flash the middle when Luka is doubled. Now imagine a 4 on 3 where KP is dive cutting to the rim with Sabonis at the top of the key.

Further, teams can't sag off of Sabonis when he's at the free throw line, like they do for Powell. 

The defense would be the biggest issue, but Sabonis can't possibly be any worse than Powell on that end. 

Also getting Sabonis (and his very team friendly deal) opens up a multitude of KP trades. Hopefully the Pacers really like whatever the Mavs have to offer. I like Dan's proposal of using Brunson as a way to get our 2023 pick back and subsequently in the deal.