2021-2022 ROSTER TALK: [ARCHIVED]

[ItsGoTime]

2 Burke is the "just in case" backup to all 3 of Luka, JB, and SD, he's on a cheap deal, and he's a "be ready" guy (doesn't play a lot, but is ready when he gets a chance, and doesn't make waves when he doesn't). That makes him an almost-certain keeper.

Dragic would likely be an upgrade on Burke, but I wouldn't expect him to happen here unless BOTH of 2 things happened: a) Dragic said he will sign with Mavs for the minimum, AND b) some team has a need for Burke as their backup PG, and wants to offer a C or wing that DAL can use on a low-priced contract.

You’ve said something similar to this a few times in defense of Burke with no real push-back. 


To me, Frank can be fine for the role you described for Burke. He’s $1.5M cheaper with the possibility of still having some upside. If the Mavs have determined that there is no upside for Frank, they need to move on from him too.

Dragic would be a different story. He would be the vet presence that at times can turn back the clock and win you a few games during the season and possibly be more of a presence in the playoffs (after playing a low amount of total minutes during the season). 

Those are the two types of players I think we should fill the last 5 roster spots with. Young/upside/redemption players or older, battle tested vets that can impart knowledge and at times turn back the clock. Neither of which does Burke fit in IMO.