02-18-2024, 10:16 AM
(02-18-2024, 01:48 AM)SleepingHero Wrote: Another wrinkle is that Hayes agent was basically begging DET to trade him at the TDL for a better opportunity. Is he really getting that here? He'd be squarely behind Luka, Kyrie, Exum, THJ, Hardy, and Green. I think it's far more likely Hayes is picked up by the Spurs to end the year and to see if he's worth rehabbing.
For the Mavs, if they don't sign anyone from the buyout/waived market, then I think Lawson's contract is converted and they roll with who they got. While not splashy, Lawson has played some pretty solid minutes at times this season. Not sure he'd be a playoff sparkplug, but his hustle is worth it alone.
Fair analogy to Frank in terms of overall potential but Hayes has a better handle and is a better passer. Frank was a better defender.
Hayes has been really bad which is why he is released. Just consider him as a prospect with some desirable characteristics though. 6'5 is great size for a PG and he can already play some defense.
He would be our 14th or 15th man and would be here as a development prospect. I think he has more upside than Lawson who will always be an undersized wing.
My point is just that Hayes or Korkmaz would be worthwhile gambles who are available for free.
If we're going to convert a 2-way player to a standard contract, I think Greg Brown has more potential than Lawson. His athleticism is extraordinary even by NBA standards.
The reality is the 15th spot is unlikely to really make any significant difference in the future of the Dallas Mavericks. It is an opportunity though that we should take on a young player.