(03-10-2021, 02:13 AM)SweetFidelia Wrote: Despite my disappointment in much of KP’s play, I’m just not ready to give up on Him yet, and I’m certainly opposed to trades that seem to push the timeline to contend further into the future.
I am ready to surround him and Luka with better starting players, and trading is the only way this front office has ever been good at that (even Luka and Dirk, technically). I see no reason for the Mavs to sit tight at the deadline.
My greatest fear isn’t Kevin Love (that might be top 10). It’s another “run it all back, love our boys in blue” offseason. That, to steal KL’s line, would make me hate basketball.
Your post sums up my thoughts. I would strongly prefer to give KP more time here. There are several things I want to see done better or differently, but as I mentioned earlier keeping KP is the easiest way to get to championship level imo.
Looking at the rest of the Western conference (and even some Eastern Conference teams), I really hope the Mavs don't look at their roster and think they are done with a few minor tweaks. I am not sure how they upgrade their roster and the decisions will be difficult ones. My timeline from last year is the Mavs would be ready to compete for a championship next year. I feel due some iffy decisions (not huge blunders) and KP not being what we expected yet they are a little behind at this stage. For me, making the playoffs this year and winning a series is an important building block. As you very rarely run the full playoff slate your first real run.
edit: let me add, I am not just looking to improve the talent on the team. I am looking for championship level players. Guys who you can trust in big games to not wilt from the pressure. When a big three needs to be made, that player is one you are confident they will deliver. So adding talent is one thing. But I want championship pedigree as well.