Trade & FA 2024-25:

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Grimes could potentially steal minutes/developmental time from Hardy (although not necessarily), so if it had to be done, I'd reluctantly include Hardy there. Definitely no O-Max. I also wonder, can Hardy suffice as a good enough asset here to keep 2025 out of this one? Probably not, just hoping. 

A deal with Portland for Grant would absolutely steal minutes/developmental time from O-Max, so I'd be open to including him in that one. I doubt Portland wants anything to do with Hardy with the young guards they're developing already. 

The asset I'm really worried they'll be dumb with is the 2031. I value that more highly (especially if unprotected) than either of those young players, tbqh.

I wouldn't move Omax or Hardy in that deal.  I do have a sweet spot with Hardy so I may be biased.  Next year is big for him and I really want to see how he reacts to a rotation role.   I think there is a role for him if he can continue to grow.

I don't know what to think about Grimes.  Two years ago I thought he would be  15-18 million dollar player that every team would want.   He has not been that player recently.  I don't know if this is due to lack of playing time, bad team, etc.   I am just not sure about him.

I do have trouble thinking Mavs can get him for THJ though.   I think it has to be more.   I am just wondering if that is a couple of second round picks?   If it is OMAX, Hardy or a first...I think I am out.