05-28-2021, 01:54 AM
(05-27-2021, 11:30 PM)mvossman Wrote: Completely disagree with the idea that Lauri makes KP "somewhat expendable". If KP can't get back to being a quality rim protector, then he is already expendable. I don't see Lauri as a legit starter on a contending team. He can't protect the rim and he can't guard the perimeter. In the playoffs he will be hunted for and abused constantly. People worry about KPs fit on offense, but the real concern is his defense. Lauri in no way addresses that concern.
I think the perspective that the Mavs would ONLY be interested in players with some ability to offer help on both ends of the floor is insightful.
With a money squeeze coming in 2022, their shopping list probably will look something like this:
a - legit 2-way star
b - players with the potential to help on both ends of the floor, on modest or bargain deals
c - minimum salary
That takes Markannen, McDermott, and quite a few other ideas off the board. Probably Collins too (he's neither a 2-way player nor a star, and won't be a bargain deal either), as well as Redick (but he might be useful as a sign-and-trade chip).