Trade & FA 2024-25:

[KillerLeft]

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.

I’m a Hardy believer, too, but the thing with him is that this is it for his rookie deal - last year, I think. Like OKC just did with Giddey (different tier of player, obvs), if the Mavs don’t move Hardy now or at the deadline, they’re kind of stuck negotiating/paying him, whether they want to or not. Once they do, he might not seem nearly as valuable. 

If he’s here, I hope they give him a steady 15-22 minute role. If they move him, it won’t surprise me, for that specific reason.