2021-2022 AROUND the NBA: GSW Champs [ARCHIVED]

[SleepingHero]

There is this little thing called defense. Something the Mavs seem to value a lot more this season. KP improved a lot but Turner is better. Going big picture Turner has been the 2nd best rim protector in the league behind Gobert over the last couple of seasons and while he lost some mobility and added some bulk he is way better on the perimeter.
KP has his moments and when he is locked in he can reach a similar level (at least as a rim protector). Just lacks consistency.

Turner is an elite rim protector I agree. But KP is what 80% of what Turner brings? Is an extra 20% worth a massive asset investment? 

Unless we can turn KP into another wing that can create their own shot while simultaneously getting Turner, I just don't see why the Mavs would go out of their way in swapping Turner for KP when they are so similar.