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[SleepingHero]

Yeah long term the franchise valuation isn't going to be hurt at all by this blunder. I mean the Bucks literally gave away Kareem to the Lakers and look how expensive their franchise is now?

Point is, the valuation will continue to go up as long as the NBA keeps pumping out a good product. And having Luka on the Lakers, in a roundabout way, actually helps ALL teams valuations including the Mavs.

What will hurt the owners is the dip in ticket prices, ticket sales, merchandise sales, and general fan interest. But that comes naturally when you win.

I think in the short term this move will hurt their pockets but long term they'll be just fine. Especially if they get their casino. Further, if this team actually does somehow miraculously stay healthy and fulfill the vision the dolts in the front office had, they will make up the lost revenue and then some.

All of this to say I still hate the move. Its impossible to justify the move. And I will never get over it as long as people involved are still associated with the Mavs.