Luxury Tax Hell

[Smitty]

Eh, plenty of folks around here didn't want to resign THJ, at least no where near the contract he got.  He's not exactly a consistent player.  I still remember him hitting the side of the backboard on a corner three against the Clippers in the bubble.  THJ's biggest positive is that he's a great teammate and someone that wants to be in Dallas.  

The JB situation is a mess but I'm fine with the new MBT being pragmatic about their evaluation of him and having a do not exceed number for the contract.  The challenge becomes that we'll need to find ways to overpay or be creative to sign players (more years, options, incentives) as we aren't a destination.

THJ. I don’t think I’ve shared my opinion of him on this board. Without looking up data to support my stance, because it’s the 4th and I’ve had a few cold ones, anyone that says he’s overpaid in todays NBA market is being lazy. The guy was the only one that could score against the Clippers, aside from Luka, and by every single report imaginable is an amazing teammate, that wants to be a Mav (reportedly taking less money). If we think we can sign a FA to a better deal, that provides what he does, and wants to be here… prove your work!