Trade & Free Agency 2026/2027

[Smitty]

I still think people underestimate being stuck with PJ and Gaffords contracts.  There is obviously still time, but with the second apron, teams aren't gonna line up to take on a good amount of money for B tier players.

I know it's not popular to defend these two on here, but it's just as likely they look good/great again, with competent Gaurd play, as it is that they're "washed" or past their peak. I don't think either forgot how to play. I think the Mavs need more than Kyrie to make it work, but that's not those guys problem. Role players are role players for a reason. Put them in the right role (finishers), and they'll be just fine. Masai and Schmitz need to have a plan and execute it. If either of those guys aren't part of it, fine. Get 'equal to' role players that work better without playmaking on the floor. (whomever that might be)