Trade & Free Agency 2026/2027

[KillerLeft]

> That is why any deal with the Mavs would likely need to include Dereck Lively II, a 22-year-old center who would be of interest to LA if he is healthy, sources said. Lively is entering the final year of his rookie contract after undergoing multiple right foot surgeries, resulting in him playing in just seven games during the 2025-26 season.

Yep, that would do it. "It" being to undo any/all goodwill the summer's Mavs moves have built up with yours, truly: KillerLeft.