(05-15-2025, 02:21 PM)KillerLeft Wrote: They're not trading AD. We both know that, so that's a dead end.
But, I think packages built around some combination of Gafford, PJW and Naji Marshall are VERY much in play this summer. I have no burning hole in my pocket to get rid of any of them, and like you, I struggle to identify a specific player who fills this need I'm describing, but then again, I have a high opinion of all three players mentioned, and I bet the league does, too. I'm not convinced a deal that makes sense isn't out there. I'll continue to hope they find it, because I think financially, both in terms of contract timing and salary structure, at least one of PJW/Gafford almost has to be moved, and I think Naji Marshall is very unlikely to have a role here next year (unless PJW is moved, maybe).
Agree about Lively with the DHO stuff - I like that a lot. I have very little desire to see them use him as a spacer. I think that is the surest way to waste his talent. Working in some pick and pop, maybe, but that ALSO requires a player like what I'm describing.
I agree the Mavs likely won't trade AD but I think should think about it while he still has value around the league.
If the Mavs are only interested in trading Gafford, PJW and Marshall for the player you want they better be doing a deep dive into the draft. I think that would allow the Mavs to use thier available assest best for now and the future.