TDL Archived: The 2nd Rnd Pick Yankee Swap

[omahen]

That leaves the real questions between now and then to be THJ and what happens with Wood.

I don't think Mavs have the luxury to lose Wood or equivalent salary (and hopefully quality) beyond this season. They just can't afford another player walk for nothing, imho. If Wood (or replacement) is THJ equivalent salary in 2024 and Mavs resign Green for 10 per while the rest either expires or is close to vet-min, Mavs would have roughly 110 mil salaries without Bertans and THJ in 2024. Current projected salary cap is at 143 mil. So not enough for max salary, but also not very far. 

But, 2024 plan powder is certainly not plan A, B, C or even plan D for me. I think Mavs need to stay well over the cap and nail some trades. Based on the mistakes from past years they should actually stay hugely in tax to correct them, imho. Without that, I am very sceptical about their chances.