06-29-2022, 07:53 AM
(06-29-2022, 07:42 AM)mvossman Wrote: I don't think they need two pieces. I think the general thought is Brunson would be outgoing for that one piece we really need. The Bucks showed that you can trade for that piece without sending back young or high level players, but it costs a ton in draft capital. That is the final move the Mavs will eventually need to make (which they can pull as soon as next years draft is done).
This season will be about evaluation. Does Wood fit in that starting center position? Does Green take the next step? Does Frank have any more progression in him? Does Dinwiddie get even better another year removed from ACL? Can Timmy learn to play in Kidd's defense? Does Hardy have anything?
To me this team looks like a 4/5 seed that will have a reasonable chance to get to second round (Luka) but will have a hard time getting farther than that (what we though of last year's team).
I am in a much more negative space right now and lowered long term expectations.
If this season is about evaluation as you state, then lets bring in some more guys with upside. I was so impressed with Kidd this year and how he gave players freedom on the court. I think that bodes well if we get young, mature guys with upside too.