05-17-2023, 09:45 AM
Mavs have two stars, but desperately need 3rd and 4th best guy, as neither of the existing ones could fit into this role, imho. It is difficult to envision that #10 pick would be able to fill that role too, at least not in the same timeline Kyrie signing dictates. However, I would still be open to keeping the pick if Mavs can bring a legit 3rd best guy with remaining assets. We saw in the Lakers example that it is possible even with just one pick and a crappy salary.
While I like Reed and mentioned his name a season ago, I don't think he is good enough to fill that role. Mavs have to aim higher and for a more proven name, imho. I don't think Reid makes sense as he is not a good defender (we could just keep Wood if this is a profile we are looking for).
I think we need to aim higher and demand more from Mavs FO. Personally, I want someone like Green, Turner, Claxton, Ayton, OG or similar level of established defender. I am affraid Mavs don't have time to wait with a more "splashy" move. If it takes #10 to get one of those types, than I could also be convinced that someone like Reed fills the remaining gap well enough.
While I like Reed and mentioned his name a season ago, I don't think he is good enough to fill that role. Mavs have to aim higher and for a more proven name, imho. I don't think Reid makes sense as he is not a good defender (we could just keep Wood if this is a profile we are looking for).
I think we need to aim higher and demand more from Mavs FO. Personally, I want someone like Green, Turner, Claxton, Ayton, OG or similar level of established defender. I am affraid Mavs don't have time to wait with a more "splashy" move. If it takes #10 to get one of those types, than I could also be convinced that someone like Reed fills the remaining gap well enough.