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Originally Posted by saclare
I think he fits in the modern NBA, and specifically this Mavs team, as a stretch 5. I think his rebounding numbers suffered with his playing time as a result of foul trouble.
For example, if the Mavs were to draft JJJ, I'd fully expect him to start at the 5, running mostly with Powell and Dirk.
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I definitely think he fits as a stretch 5 but he also fits as a stretch 4 in today’s NBA. Wether he plays the 4 or 5 he’s going to need a strong rebounder playing next to him. So even if it’s not Capela (who fits Rick’s system perfectly) they are going to need to target someone that can rebound.
There are rumors that the Mavs are trying to trade for another pick in the top 10. They are said to be looking to take on a bad contract in order to gain a pick. Would Cleveland be willing to give up 8 if the Mavs take on Tristan Thompson? Obviously the Mavs May have to give up a top 10 protected pick in 2019. Tristan could be that rebounder while the Mavs use that extra pick on Mikal Bridges or MPJ.