06-11-2022, 10:37 AM
I don't think the Mavs will draft for need, nor should they. Not to fill a need this year, at least, because it's so HIGHLY unlikely that a player picked at 26 will play meaningful minutes on a team with title aspirations.
When looking at the draft choices, we should assume the Mavs existing regulars will be supplemented elsewhere (free agency or trade) by the addition of both a big and a 2-way wing, who can play a regular role in the playoffs. There won't be a hole for the draftee to step into. Plus, by the time he's ready in 2 or 3 years, the current set of regulars - and needs - will have changed.
If they find a guy who can help by then, call it a success.
When looking at the draft choices, we should assume the Mavs existing regulars will be supplemented elsewhere (free agency or trade) by the addition of both a big and a 2-way wing, who can play a regular role in the playoffs. There won't be a hole for the draftee to step into. Plus, by the time he's ready in 2 or 3 years, the current set of regulars - and needs - will have changed.
If they find a guy who can help by then, call it a success.