TDL Archived: The 2nd Rnd Pick Yankee Swap

[Jmaciscool]

The rumors absolutely are painting a pretty coherent picture IMO.

Are they though?  I agree that it's definitely possible that Brunson leaves and maybe he's already made up his mind either way.

But since Brunson isn't a "definitely give him the max contract as soon as possible" type of player (like a Luka) then he (and his agent) are going to have to convince the Mavs that Brunson needs more money (rumors that he's going to the Knicks) and the Mavs are going to have to convince Brunson (and his agent) that they can't afford what he's asking and have already lined up back up plans (rumors of Dragic/GP2).  To me it's just both sides negotiating.

Brunson may have already decided he wants to play for the Knicks and will leave, or he may just be wanting to get as much from the Mavs as possible before resigning (good for him!).  Either way though these rumors were going to be happening this week regardless of where he ends up, so I'm not really convinced they're telling us anything.