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

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I don't think there's anyone here who doesn't understand that Gobert would make this team better (at least, if the trade price doesn't rob the roster of too much). 

The problem is that we've just seen what it takes to move a contract north of a certain number with Porzingis. Gobert's is even worse. So, what happens if they add Gobert and then don't make the finals? 

For my money, this is a team that has already shown their ceiling is higher than we thought. They're in a good spot, all things considered, but I personally feel like it's a lucky thing they are where they are, given the huge mistakes they've made recently. If I'm running this team, I spend the next couple of seasons being fairly risk averse...at least until the draft capital gets built up to a reasonable level again. 

It's not anti-Gobert, imo. It's "the Mavs aren't in a position to take on contracts like Gobert's unless they come with ball-handling, star players who will obviously be movable later." Just my opinion.

I think there are two questions on Gobert.  One is if you are comfortable with his salary and fit here?  The second question is where I am doubtful.  That is do we have the assets to trade for him? I was scared away when I have heard/read Lowe and Hollinger go through trade possibilities for Gobert.  For most, I feel like we lack the assets that they have used for other teams.  Maybe that market is eventually distressed.  We will see.

I do think a defensive minded center would really help.  With Jalen and Luka (and Din/Hardaway), you just don't have elite defense in two of your spots on the court.  A guy like Rudy could really clean up a lot a the rim.  Even with his drawbacks.