06-07-2021, 07:26 PM
(06-07-2021, 07:17 PM)vfromlmf Wrote: Personally, I'd prefer the second option. If Luke can score 46 with BOBAN at center I think that puts to rest the theory that he needs someone to spread the floor for him. The fact is Luka is devastatingly good next to a traditional beefy center who sets screens, defends the rim and catches lobs. So why do we need to trick it up with a injury prone unicorn?
My ideal solution would be to deal KP for Siakam and then sign a couple big dirty work vets ... a Holmes, Ibaka or even Whiteside, or maybe deal for Horford to play center. Tough, physical, set screens, offensive rebound and lets roll.
Ibaka could be an option for sure, Mavs liked him last year and he won't cost a lot. I like Horford as well but we would need to send some salary back to OKC (Rich, Powell for example). Holmes would be great but I think Mavs are going to prioritize playmaking before center and Holmes is going to be pricey. Whiteside is not a character guy Mavs like.
Steven Adams also I think would be a good get if you are sending back salary (again Rich, Powell are candidates there). Adams doesn't fit next to Zion. Pels need to play fast and spread you out. Adams would work really well on the Mavs who play a deliberately slower pace.
Adams contract is pretty reasonable 17 x 2, you would even shave off some money if you sent back Powell and J Rich.