When I look at the Mavs now, I see 3-4 core guys. Luka, Ky, Lively and possibly PJ. I would probably put PJ a tad outside this though. Then they have a nice mix of good/solid players. Looking forward though, I think there are clear needs.
PF- Ideally it would really work if this player could play some 3 or 5 (one of these) and be a plus defender. Unless this is Omax, I am not sure this player is on the roster
defending wing- Time will tell if we can have a good defense this year, but this may be an area of need next year. A classic 3 and D wing who can guard guards would be what I am looking for.
Backup guard- Maybe this is Dinwiddie. Maybe it is Exum. It just feels like Kyrie is more of a scorer than point guard. The backup guard is tricky here. You need to be able to play with both Luka and Kyrie. Both demand you play a different role when you are on the court with them. I don't know if he can stay healthy or if he would want a smaller role, but I think Lonzo Ball would be perfect for that role.
https://x.com/Will_Gottlieb/status/1879545324618096876
If he could stay healthy, I really think he could be a Andre Igoudola lite type player.
PF- Ideally it would really work if this player could play some 3 or 5 (one of these) and be a plus defender. Unless this is Omax, I am not sure this player is on the roster
defending wing- Time will tell if we can have a good defense this year, but this may be an area of need next year. A classic 3 and D wing who can guard guards would be what I am looking for.
Backup guard- Maybe this is Dinwiddie. Maybe it is Exum. It just feels like Kyrie is more of a scorer than point guard. The backup guard is tricky here. You need to be able to play with both Luka and Kyrie. Both demand you play a different role when you are on the court with them. I don't know if he can stay healthy or if he would want a smaller role, but I think Lonzo Ball would be perfect for that role.
https://x.com/Will_Gottlieb/status/1879545324618096876
If he could stay healthy, I really think he could be a Andre Igoudola lite type player.