Trade & FA 2024-25:

[F Gump]

I can get behind the idea of adding a sweetener, but I think Gump's notion of something smaller (he mentioned Lawson, not sure if that's enough, but I'd probably include a 2nd and not ask for a pick back) is much more in line with reality. I am out if the cost is a 2025 first, even if you're right.

To be clear, I don't have any feel if Lawson offers added value. But in the scenario I outlined, the Mavs would have to waive him anyhow if they kept him, because of lack of roster space, so maybe POR would see some benefit instead.

There are 13 slots filled in my hypothetical, with one remaining to be identified who gets added to fill the need for a scorer. If there's someone who fits that price range of what's left. they would have after signing DJJ.