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

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There are just too many reasons to move him.  He doesn't fit the Flagg timeline, injury concerns will always be a problem, his massive contract, don't want anything to do with that extension, trading him is the easiest way to clear cap issues, and he has the Luka stigma here.  I don't think playing him more than a couple of games to show that he is healthy and in decent shape is going to make a difference.  The only question is if you move him soon or wait until the offseason when its easier to make trades.  My concern is that another significant injury could tank his value even farther.

I think I have moved on to the conclusion that the timeline will not match up, but still I would not be in a rush to make a deal.   If he gets hurt seriously again, then it is egg on my face.  Still though, some of these packages don't move the needle at all for me.   If I am the Mavs I view him as a top 15 player and expect to get proper return.  With the new cap, his high salary, and his injury history you may need to wait.  I am willing to wait at this moment.