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SMC0007 · 01-18-2023, 10:54 AM

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Word on the street is Luka reached out directly to the artist.

I'm gonna go ahead and doubt that

DevinHarriswillstart · 01-18-2023, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by SMC0007

I'm gonna go ahead and doubt that

Especially since Luka agrees...https://basketball.realgm.com/wireta...er-By-Deadline

saclare · 01-18-2023, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by DevinHarriswillstart

Especially since Luka agrees...https://basketball.realgm.com/wireta...er-By-Deadline

Just saw this and if true, it's about damn time. As long as Luka doesn't go the route of LeGM, we should be fine. But this needed to be addressed between super star and a FO who apparently thought this was enough. If they listen to anyone, it has to be Luka and for my money, I'd get Dirk to be a little more involved as an advisory voice.

SMC0007 · 01-18-2023, 01:56 PM

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Originally Posted by DevinHarriswillstart

Especially since Luka agrees...https://basketball.realgm.com/wireta...er-By-Deadline

Yea. Word on the streets is equal to some random article that says " Sources report".

SMC0007 · 01-18-2023, 02:35 PM

In not evening sure I believe Luka actually did this.

Someone walk me through how this happens and then how it gets leaked and by who?

saclare · 01-18-2023, 02:51 PM

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Originally Posted by SMC0007

In not evening sure I believe Luka actually did this.

Someone walk me through how this happens and then how it gets leaked and by who?

Daddy Brunson strikes again.

tap2390 · 01-18-2023, 03:35 PM

https://www.dallasnews.com/sports/ma...ncics-request/

Dallas news reports Luka reached out directly.

washedklean77 · 01-18-2023, 03:53 PM

The author of the mural was on SportsRadio 1310 The Ticket this afternoon. He said that Cuban asked the mural author to reach out to him via e-mail in which he did. I really appreciated what he told Cuban in saying that he was attempting to campaign for all MFFL's since 2011 in how poorly the FO has performed in bringing in new talent. Cuban apparently didn't enjoy the response (even though it's abundantly true) and told him that he will always support his team and the players at all cost. Not what we want to hear, but I can understand his position. The author did go on to say that he's working directly with Luka to create a new mural that works well for everyone, but did not disclose the amount of money that Luka will be paying him. The mural author stated over and over again that he did not do this for money and I think he's being incredibly sincere about it.

JustJay · 01-18-2023, 03:56 PM

Change it to "We love our boys in blue" Then everyone will be happy.

SMC0007 · 01-18-2023, 05:51 PM

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Originally Posted by JustJay

Change it to "We love our boys in blue" Then everyone will be happy.

Good call

DevinHarriswillstart · 01-18-2023, 04:32 PM

Cuban now denying that Luka said anything about upgrading the roster. Of course, Luka doesn't have to tell that directly to Cuban...

Serious question: Does anyone around here like Cuban anymore?

saclare · 01-18-2023, 04:54 PM

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Originally Posted by DevinHarriswillstart

Cuban now denying that Luka said anything about upgrading the roster. Of course, Luka doesn't have to tell that directly to Cuban...

Serious question: Does anyone around here like Cuban anymore?

He certainly isn't winning over any fans, new or old. He just feels like...too much. I don't think an owner should be sitting with the bench on road trips. I don't mind him being a big fan, let's just keep some boundaries.

washedklean77 · 01-18-2023, 05:00 PM

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He certainly isn't winning over any fans, new or old. He just feels like...too much. I don't think an owner should be sitting with the bench on road trips. I don't mind him being a big fan, let's just keep some boundaries.

Cuban is not the fan boy that he used to be and is still caught up from the success in 2011. Mavs fans have moved on from that and he needs to do the same.

SMC0007 · 01-18-2023, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by DevinHarriswillstart

Cuban now denying that Luka said anything about upgrading the roster. Of course, Luka doesn't have to tell that directly to Cuban...

Serious question: Does anyone around here like Cuban anymore?

I just don't like the bs he spews. Just shoot it straight, because people are not dumb. It would take some spending to win me back, but I could definitely be bought...with some quality roster turnover.

EricaLubarsky · 01-18-2023, 04:53 PM

The myth of the good billionaire is just that.

love the generic pills he?s selling but he?s doing it for himself to make money. Cuban, like all billionaires and most humans is just interested in himself.

EricaLubarsky · 01-18-2023, 10:05 PM

I mean, I can see why Cuban is fucked. If we spend big, we are in the repeaters tax and that gets REALLY expensive quickly. Not everyone can afford to be the Warriors.

I just wish he'd be honest for once in his life and tell us that.

Also if we are cash and asset tapped, maybe we should trade Luka. Luka is going to be miserable with no ankle cartilage anyway in a year or two. Hell, maybe by the end of this season with all the losing streaks and over-play.

SMC0007 · 01-18-2023, 10:46 PM

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I mean, I can see why Cuban is fucked. If we spend big, we are in the repeaters tax and that gets REALLY expensive quickly. Not everyone can afford to be the Warriors.

I just wish he'd be honest for once in his life and tell us that.

Also if we are cash and asset tapped, maybe we should trade Luka. Luka is going to be miserable with no ankle cartilage anyway in a year or two. Hell, maybe by the end of this season with all the losing streaks and over-play.

Trade Luka for a massive bag. Tank and draft, tank and draft. Pain for a few years and then the pleasure starts.

saclare · 01-18-2023, 10:52 PM

Y?all are fuckin? crazy. I?m ride or die with who will be one of the best to ever do it. You shoot as many shots as you can with him until something is irreparable and forces you to part ways. Aka try and not be early Bron Cavs.

EricaLubarsky · 01-18-2023, 11:04 PM

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Originally Posted by saclare

Y?all are fuckin? crazy. I?m ride or die with who will be one of the best to ever do it. You shoot as many shots as you can with him until something is irreparable and forces you to part ways. Aka try and not be early Bron Cavs.

I don?t want Luka gone. I don?t. I would rather we upgrade and fix things.

But sometimes you spend everything you have to stay relevant with the last guy and waste the few assets you have. You get one good draft pick and it?s a star but the roster around them is just such shite that the rest of the roster needs a total overhaul. That?s fine if you?ve got 40-50 million in cap space like the Hawks or tons of picks to draft support or trade for support. Sadly we?re both over the cap and don?t have our 2023 FRP because of KP.

We just have a hard decision. If we can?t be relevant, Luka walks and we have no plan B. That?s a worst case scenario and based on NBA history, were unlikely to be good again for 10-20 years.

There?s no shame in trading a star if you know you can?t surround him. Just look at what the Pelicans did with Davis. A few years later and they?re damn good and Lakers still owe them a lottery pick.

I?m not saying we need to trade Luka now, but we have to make a really hard decision and a lot of it comes down to the success or lack thereof in the next three weeks. This year is that critical. We?re 1-5 and haven?t beaten a good team in over a month. If that?s not a ticking clock, I don?t know what is.

Then again, Cuban is known for ?loyalty? which means he will put his fingers in his ears and say he supports his guys until Luka just walks.

SMC0007 · 01-18-2023, 11:09 PM

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Originally Posted by saclare

Y?all are fuckin? crazy. I?m ride or die with who will be one of the best to ever do it. You shoot as many shots as you can with him until something is irreparable and forces you to part ways. Aka try and not be early Bron Cavs.

Sarc. Luka wouldn't get traded and everyone knows it. I get the frustration though.

You said shoot as many shots as you can while hes here, but our FO doesn't even have a loaded weapon.

JustJay · 01-18-2023, 11:18 PM

I don't think I could stand seeing Luka in another uniform while we go through an OKC like build, no. I'd rather make the playoffs and lose with Luka.

SMC0007 · 01-18-2023, 11:22 PM

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I don't think I could stand seeing Luka in another uniform while we go through an OKC like build, no. I'd rather make the playoffs and lose with Luka.

You better start your playoff prayers now

JustJay · 01-18-2023, 11:28 PM

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Originally Posted by SMC0007

You better start your playoff prayers now

As bad as it's been, we're still the #5 seed right now. West is pretty weak this year. We could do anything from be a top 4 seed to missing the play-in, who knows.

SMC0007 · 01-19-2023, 02:48 PM

So Luka said after the game last night that he did not say what Tim McMahon reported. I'm sure he gives his opinions to Nico, Finley etc, especially when asked or brought into the conversation.

DevinHarriswillstart · 01-19-2023, 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by SMC0007

So Luka said after the game last night that he did not say what Tim McMahon reported. I'm sure he gives his opinions to Nico, Finley etc, especially when asked or brought into the conversation.

Of course. Cuban made sure to speak for the state.

But the big reveal either way is that he is actively talking with the GM. And there is no way he hasn't discussed with Nico to get better players.

DevinHarriswillstart · 01-19-2023, 03:33 PM

Wood fractured thumb...out at least a week and will be reevaluated.

There goes the season.

EricaLubarsky · 01-19-2023, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by DevinHarriswillstart

Wood fractured thumb...out at least a week and will be reevaluated.

There goes the season.

:/

At least Kleber wants back before the ASB

Neither thing changes the fact we need a trade

SMC0007 · 01-19-2023, 04:22 PM

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Originally Posted by DevinHarriswillstart

Wood fractured thumb...out at least a week and will be reevaluated.

There goes the season.

This season has BEEN gone. We need hail Mary trades to reel it back in. A small move or two and peddle the "we will be big players this offseason" headed our way.

DevinHarriswillstart · 01-19-2023, 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by SMC0007

This season has BEEN gone. We need hail Mary trades to reel it back in. A small move or two and peddle the "we will be big players this offseason" headed our way.

It just means more Powell which means sad panda. I was about to buy tickets for the Sunday game too. Don't think I can't stomach it now.

SMC0007 · 01-19-2023, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by DevinHarriswillstart

It just means more Powell which means sad panda. I was about to buy tickets for the Sunday game too. Don't think I can't stomach it now.

Can't be enough Powell. Ever.

I refuse to buy tickets to the games. Until Cuban starts spending, why should I. I can be pissed in the comfort of my own house ans keept my $250+

DevinHarriswillstart · 01-19-2023, 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by SMC0007

Can't be enough Powell. Ever.

I refuse to buy tickets to the games. Until Cuban starts spending, why should I. I can be pissed in the comfort of my own house ans keept my $250+

Yep. I haven't been to a game all season. Tickets have been outrageous most games too.

JustJay · 01-19-2023, 10:47 PM

There's only one person in the organization that has been here the entire time Powell has: His buddy and pal Cuban. The GM and coach has changed, yet Powell remains. Wonder why.

EricaLubarsky · 01-20-2023, 09:58 AM

Bam is going to destroy us tonight

Frontcourt of DFS, Powell, and McGee

SMC0007 · 01-20-2023, 11:12 AM

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Bam is going to destroy us tonight

Frontcourt of DFS, Powell, and McGee

We are going to have 16 total rebounds

saclare · 01-20-2023, 12:00 PM

Lol the supposed "buddy" connection between Powell and Cuban will go down as one of my favorite theory lines from this forum. Y'all are crazy

JustJay · 01-20-2023, 01:51 PM

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Originally Posted by saclare

Lol the supposed "buddy" connection between Powell and Cuban will go down as one of my favorite theory lines from this forum. Y'all are crazy

Why is so crazy to think a nutty owner that we practically all know has ruined the franchise would want to keep his friend on the team? Some of you think things are so by the book in this world and they're not.

Cuban hired a bunch of people as undercover snitches to go to shop and make sure stores were complying with Covid. He is insane.

DevinHarriswillstart · 01-20-2023, 12:16 PM

Just start Green at center.

Murphy3 · 01-20-2023, 12:25 PM

The problem is that I don?t have any faith in Cuban to turn this around. So the best option is to enjoy Luka as much as possible and get ready for early 90s Mavs again once he leaves.

On a personal level, Cuban is trash..

saclare · 01-20-2023, 04:33 PM

What other conspiracies do you believe in? Let's just get 'em all out there.

JustJay · 01-22-2023, 09:02 PM

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What other conspiracies do you believe in? Let's just get 'em all out there.

The Government are lizard people.