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Old 04-23-2022, 08:45 PM   #188
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Originally Posted by Thespiralgoeson View Post
If Brunson leaves, it'll be because of money, not because his ego won't let him play 2nd fiddle to one of the top 5 players in the league.

I'll just come right out and say that I think Brunson is playing WAY over his head right now. He's playing like a superstar against a piss poor perimeter defense that has zero answer for him. Basically he's 2003 Nick Van Exel against the Kings.

But he is a just quality starting guard. I don't expect him to ever be an all-star. And considering his path to this point in his career- drafted in the 2nd round, just been a role player until his mini-breakout this year- I don't think he all of a sudden is going to chafe at being 2nd fiddle to a megastar like Luka- whom as you mentioned, he seems to be buddies with.

All that being said, the Mavs absolutely, 100% need to do everything they can to keep Brunson. Even though you'll probably have to overpay, the worst thing you can do is let him walk and get nothing back. You can always move a bad contract if you need to, but losing one of your best players for nothing? History has shown us that that is ALWAYS a terrible move.
Agree, I don’t necessarily think Brunson will ever be an all-star, but timing is everything and he is showcasing himself well at the right time to boost interest from several teams. You’re right, money will be a factor but I can’t help but think ego will play a big part as well because in his mind I’m sure he thinks he is capable of being an all-star.

Having an opportunity to be the primary floor general would certainly be motivation for a 24 yo PG who performed at that level in critical games during Luka’s absences. I don’t think he stays just to play with Luka.

In other words, I don’t think simply matching an offer will cut it. I’m afraid we’ll have to over, overpay to keep him. I could be wrong but we’ll see.
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