(01-18-2024, 01:32 PM)mvossman Wrote: I don't think anybody looked at GWill as a legit number 3. I think they looked at him as another quality rotational 3&D guy, and he has disappointed so far because the D is not there. I'm afraid we will have the same disappointment with Grant. He has not played defense in 5 years and seems more interested in being the guy, which is not going to work here. I would prefer Cam Johnson. He has been a quality starter for years, is taller, a better rebounder and a better defender. He is not looking to get 20+ a game, but averages 15 a game with a good three and good at the rim. He is also a little better distributor. That is what we need. Quality 2 way starters.
GW was basically on all lists of best summer moves and everyone said he will look great in Dallas. Kidd had him as part of big three at season start.
Grant might dissapoint on defensive end, but he is 10 times the offensive force GW is. Also gives us a possibility to build around him and Luka if Mavs move on from Kyrie. They will likely have to make a decision about him in the summer, as he is already a potential expiring. I am certain Mavs will not trade him at TDL, but his good play and behaviour could fetch Mavs a nice return in the summer if they decide to build a team a bit differently around Luka.
As for Cam Johnson, I find it highly unlikely BKN would consider trading him.