Trade & FA 2025-26: Free Agency Starts 5pm CST/6pm EST

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But I argue that AD and Lively's health are big enough question marks that it is VERY much needed to keep a great center on the bench during the season. And if Flagg can be more Point-Forward, then the Mavs could most likely skate by the guard position with a guy that doesn't cost Gafford. 

But you can also make the argument that Exum and Klay are also big question marks regarding health.

It's a difficult argument for me. I wish there were a way to keep Gafford in such a trade, but it seems unlikely.