2021 FREE AGENCY: Markkanen wants out of CHI | DAL "definitely interested"

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I thought Hardaway was really good last year.  I disagree with him being streaky compared to other players.  I think it is because we watch him so close.   Those type of players have hot and cold streaks.   That happens.   He still wound up with a good percentage and he is a guy who takes a lot of tough shots.  

I prefer Derozan over Hardaway, but that may not be in the cards.  Hardaway as your 3/4th scoring option where there is more ball movement and penetration is a really nice fit.   

For me, Salary will be important.   I would not be excited if he is at 20 million.    17 millionish seems fair, but we will see.  You typically got to overpay in FA.    

Lowry/Hardaway offseason definitely has risks and it is totally fair if you are against those moves, but it also has some upside.   IF Lowry can maintain his play and IF KP can play better, this team would not be far off to compete right away (I know two big IFS- capitalized).  I will need to see what the rest of the roster looks like though.