08-05-2021, 02:21 PM
(08-05-2021, 01:24 PM)fifteenth Wrote: Always great to get your takes, V. Been enjoying them since the early 2000's LMF days, I believe. Sound about right?
Yup, that's about right. And likewise!
IMHO Dragic's ultimate route to Dallas could come through Toronto themselves via buyout or trade; or through an as yet unidentified team if Toronto needs his outgoing salary to facilitate another move. And if it's the former, I'm sure all of the scenarios have been discussed and details worked out.
A buyout would obviously be the best option for Dallas, but they have pieces they can include if needed (Powell, WCS etc). It's clear the Mavs just aren't in the driver's seat since Toronto is the team with the most assets and leverage to get something big done. They may also have a disgruntled All Star in Siakam. There's no sense in them buying out Dragic now. Better for Toronto to hang on and see what's possible via trade.
Regardless, I'll be shocked if Dragic isn't in a Mavs uniform when all is said and done.