07-06-2023, 03:31 AM
Siakam situation seems to be very complex. According to different rumors, he wants to stay in Toronto and is saying he doesn't want to resign with any other team (Haynes), so basically you are trading for a rental. Offers are naturally low because of that. On the other hand, the young guys (Barnes, OG) want him gone as they want bigger role and more shots. Looks like they had serious locker-room issues last season. Toronto on the other hand seems to still want moon and the sun for Siakam. They want to remain competitive and want more than just young guys and draft capital for him. Looks like Atlanta is trying really hard to get him (Stein and other less reliable sources).
In my opinion, Mavs don't really have a shot here. The assets they can offer are not great. Salary matching would be THJ and Holmes. Two long term salaries Toronto doesn't need as they have their SG and C position covered. They need a PG above anything else. Green, Hardy and 2027 doesn't give enough motivation to Toronto, imho. Other teams can provide better offers.
In my opinion, Mavs don't really have a shot here. The assets they can offer are not great. Salary matching would be THJ and Holmes. Two long term salaries Toronto doesn't need as they have their SG and C position covered. They need a PG above anything else. Green, Hardy and 2027 doesn't give enough motivation to Toronto, imho. Other teams can provide better offers.