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[Smitty]

Does Max's jump this year make you less likely to make a move for another shooting guard at the deadline.   For example Mathurin or White?  Both are free agents, but I feel like Max has earned a starting spot.  White an Mathurin may be better but they probably want a big extension.   Max may want a big extension in a year.

Kinda goes back to the ole position labels doesn’t it. White is a PG and Mathurin is a SF. Kidding (kinda). But White plays 64% of his time at PG and 31% at SG. Mathurin plays 62% at SF and 30% at SG.

The point is, they both have the skills to fit in any lineup, depending on who’s around them. Both have proven to be capable scorers and both are good 3PT shooter with high volume.

What makes Mathurin a little more attractive is that he’s a RFA, which should/could keep his cost down this summer and the Mavs can match any offer. Whereas White is free to go anywhere, with any team as a UFA.

I think both would be good young players that should fit well with Cooper and Max.