Trade & FA 2024-25:

[dirkfansince1998]

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.

Isn't it the same issue with Grimes? Last year of his rookie deal. I actually like the idea to have both + Exum. Real competition for the available minutes. One year to figure out who belongs.