Trade deadline

[G-Man]

This move reminds me a lot of the KP trade. We take a flyer on a clearly flawed all-star. KP couldn't stay healthy, but we didn't give up much to get him, except some middle to late 1st round picks. Now we have to hope Kyrie can stay sane, and sign an extension.

The difference is that Kyrie is a healthy, proven super-star, in a position to relieve the pressure off Luka, both in scoring and ball handling. At the end of games when we need a bucket, no more throwing 3 defenders at Luka and daring anyone else to score.

So we solved a problem, at least until the season ends. If we can add a decent big now, we could be in position to make a run.

We could also, by summer, end up with a steaming pile of nothing. At least they rolled the dice. You can't win if you don't try.

[DevinHarriswillstart]

Originally Posted by G-Man

This move reminds me a lot of the KP trade. We take a flyer on a clearly flawed all-star. KP couldn't stay healthy, but we didn't give up much to get him, except some middle to late 1st round picks. Now we have to hope Kyrie can stay sane, and sign an extension.

The difference is that Kyrie is a healthy, proven super-star, in a position to relieve the pressure off Luka, both in scoring and ball handling. At the end of games when we need a bucket, no more throwing 3 defenders at Luka and daring anyone else to score.

So we solved a problem, at least until the season ends. If we can add a decent big now, we could be in position to make a run.

We could also, by summer, end up with a steaming pile of nothing. At least they rolled the dice. You can't win if you don't try.

Yes, the Mavs will no longer be dealing with double teams when both of those players are on the floor.

And to that end, Wood makes so much more sense now that it boggles the mind he is still coming up in trade rumors. Like, you're really not gonna pay him now? It makes so much more sense to do that now versus before yesterday (and it still made sense then).

If Wood doesn't return us a 10+ rebounding defensive center, then you don't do it.

And for the steaming pile thing...that's exactly what the Mavs were without Luka anyway. So it's not like we aren't used to it.

In fact, I'm pretty sure we all agree there is at least a 50% chance Kyrie goes nutso on us. If only superstars grew on trees...

[purplefrog]

My first reaction was, "Hell NO!". Why give up two hard-working starters for a likely half year rental? I have enjoyed watching both Spence and DoDo and would hate to see them go. Kyrie is nothing but trouble.

After being royally pissed off for several hours, I began to think more rationally and played back my memory of how this team has been playing all season. It has been painful and the MBT needed to do something that would give Luka some relief. I don't especially like Kyrie on the Mavs but there is no doubt he fits the need for a second all-star and ball handler. If he leaves this summer and the Mavs get nothing in return, well then the Mavs will be in full rebuild and it might best if that comes sooner rather than later. Hopefully, the Mavs will make another trade or two and be able to compete in the playoffs. Let's hope. I am in wait and see mode. At least this shakes things up a bit. Praying for more trades!

[DevinHarriswillstart]

Originally Posted by purplefrog

My first reaction was, "Hell NO!". Why give up two hard-working starters for a likely half year rental? I have enjoyed watching both Spence and DoDo and would hate to see them go. Kyrie is nothing but trouble.

After being royally pissed off for several hours, I began to think more rationally and played back my memory of how this team has been playing all season. It has been painful and the MBT needed to do something that would give Luka some relief. I don't especially like Kyrie on the Mavs but there is no doubt he fits the need for a second all-star and ball handler. If he leaves this summer and the Mavs get nothing in return, well then the Mavs will be in full rebuild and it might best if that comes sooner rather than later. Hopefully, the Mavs will make another trade or two and be able to compete in the playoffs. Let's hope. I am in wait and see mode. At least this shakes things up a bit. Praying for more trades!

Let this ease your mind...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q2pK...seofHighlights