TDL Archived: The 2nd Rnd Pick Yankee Swap

[omahen]

Keeping THJ doesn’t make them a contender either, so that probably isn’t the standard.

I am not interested in any of the moves unless they increase our asset base or make us a clear contender. I think LeVert decreases our long term asset base and doesn't make us a contender. 

I don’t know who would start between SD and LeVert.

As Killer said, both would start imho.

It should have been inferred, but in all of the various ways the LeVert contract might be used, the one I didn’t specifically mention was that he could be kept.

These are the options:
1. Trade him again. I think we can agree this is basically close to zero possibility. If Mavs don't want him (just want to flip him) without having something already lined up, it makes no sense to trade for him in the first place. Realistic option here is a three team deal, which is of course a totally different conversation.
2. SnT - Mavs don't control him and he can go wherever he wants. SnT is a very long shot and even if it would happen, the compensation would be minimal (and it would likely include Mavs eating some salary). I don't put much hope in this option. See Brunson
3. Keep him. As I said, my opinion is, THJ is a better long term fit if Mavs manage to get that star player. They will get creation from that guy and shooting will be more important.
4. He walks for nothing. Mavs lost THJ and his contract. Cuban saves, Mavs have one contract less.