I like this way of approaching the offseason and opinions of the board. To me, the FO has to take a two-lane road with Deron Williams. They've got to be prepared for both scenarios, he comes to Dallas or he doesn't. I also really think Azubuike has a Butler-esque impact on this team next year. Remember, the Mavs FO included a team option for next year.
I'll contribute by listing some of the more intriguing names. Obviously, some of these guys aren't feasible if Deron chooses to sign here. Also, I'll be limiting my list to unrestricted free agents, as oppoed to restricted or trade scenarios.
Steve Nash, Raymond Felton, Krik Hinrich, Jason Terry, Goran Dragic, Randy Foye, Nick Young, DeShawn Stevenson, Anthony Parker, Michael Redd, Steve Novak, Carl Landry, Ersan Ilyasova, Chris Kaman, Spencer Hawes, Greg Oden.
A few more notes, some of these depend on value, obviously. I think the positions that most need addressing include both guard spots, center and backup power forward. There are another handful of intriguing restricted guys, but like I said earlier, left them off. Same with trade targets, and possible amnesty claims. We honestly barely know what the landscape is going to look like. It will be another 6 weeks.
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