07-22-2026, 02:23 PM
(07-22-2026, 02:15 PM)mvossman Wrote: What I see is a dearth of playmaking, shooting, self creation and point of attack defense. Mathurin does not check a lot of those boxes. I don't think the goal is to bring in any guard regardless of fit.
That sounds like an “agree to disagree” thing more than anything else.
Given what we’ve seen in contracts for the 6th man microwaves this summer, Mathurin, who has the advantage over most of those of being younger, is probably worth $14-15 M AAV. He wants a lot more than that. If the Watson rumor of returning to Denver on the cheap is real, then the Mavs would have competition from the Clipps themselves, who would need a lot of compensation to not just sign him themselves. That’s the thing with an RFA sign and trade - overpay to convince the player, give up way too many assets to please the incumbent team. Plus I’ve already said Mathurin is a fetch that isn’t happening due to the Kawhi delay and probable outcome.
I think Ben would fit the profile, plan, and roster just fine at $15 mil per. Almost certainly not happening.