(12-15-2022, 04:04 PM)mvossman Wrote: I would guess that from Lakers perspective that Bertans contract is more negative than Dorian is positive. I don't think they give up the pick in that scenario. I don't think they want to take on future salary unless its for a positive asset (like Bojan). Unlike Dallas, they can actually attract free agents.
I don't disagree but in the scenario, I'd use Dorian and a separate deal.
(12-15-2022, 04:03 PM)DanSchwartzgan Wrote: Two versions:
1. simply moves $5mm guarantee for Bullock off the books
2. Allows you to work with a third team that wants a pure expiring deal rather than Bullock. Beverley also reaches further than Bullock in terms of salary matching whether alone or in combination with Powell or Wood.
I'm don't think you want the scenario with PatBev in a Mavs uniform or in the locker room.