2021-2022 ROSTER TALK: [ARCHIVED]

[Hogmelon]

I would probably prefer Capela or Turner from a contract standpoint.  But if you can get Gobert for salary filler and our 22, you have to pull the trigger on that.  He has to fit better than KP did.  Honestly, he seems like the perfect fit with Luka.  The personality is a concern, but he is not the type to worry about getting it in his spots.

I also find it interesting that folks are talking up Powell's ability to guard perimeter players based on that list somebody posted, but also argue that Gobert will get played off the court when I believe he was first on that list of centers guarding perimeter players.

His fit and ability aren't nearly as concerning as his attitude/body language and contract/age. just don't get good vibes when i think of adding Gobert. Id prefer both Capela or Turner at half? the cost and/or concern.

1.  I hope the Mavs' front office is in a better position (than the folks on this board) to evaluate Gobert as a "risk" in the locker room.  Would it be tampering for Nico to ask Donovan Mitchell for his opinion?  

2.  Gobert will turn 30 on June 26, 2022.  Is he past his prime yet?

3.  Salary?

2021-22: $35,344,828

2022-23: $38,172,414

2023-24: $41,000,000

2024-25: $43,827,587

2025-26: $46,655,173

What makes you question his commitment? He's a 3x DPOY award (3 in the last 4 years). He's also a 3x all-star in that span (in a time where voters really didn't want to vote for him either). 

It's obvious he's improved himself to be one of the most elite defenders in the league.

1.  Gobert is going to lead the NBA in effective field goal percentage again this season (that will make three out of the last four seasons).

2.  I think Gobert would improve the Mavs' offense very little, if any.  I think he would improve the Mavs' defense significantly.