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These guys are going to find a way to win all four of these must-lose games.

Bagley is a walking double-double off the bench in limited minutes.  But, I get the feeling he gives them up as fast as he scores them.  Bench scoring has to come from somewhere, but you also need your center to anchor the D.  I see the value in Middleton going forward.  I'm struggling to decide if I'd keep Bagley if Gafford was traded.  I'm personally more fond of Cisse.

Middleton has looked good.   Health will be the thing with him.  He is a little older but by the first few games as a Mavs it looks like a guy who could help a good team.    For the Mavs?  At the moment, it is tough to go into next season with PJ, Marshall, Martin and Middleton.   If you could move one, I could see Middleton being back.  Lets give it more of a runway to see how he does as the season runs down.

Bagley has been impressive on the boards and with his touch inside.   I wish Gafford would throw up the stats Bagley is putting up with rebounds and points.  Would i want him back next year?  That is a tough one.  I would lean no at the moment.    That could change as well.   I have liked the first few games from him though.

I haven't seen anything from Tyus yet, but want to give him more 15-20 games.   At the moment, he is a now for a backup point guard for me.