07-11-2023, 01:11 AM
(07-11-2023, 12:54 AM)SleepingHero Wrote: Another wrinkle,
What if Toronto doesn't want Deandre Hunter? I know we're assuming that's who'd they want to replace Siakam, but TOR had a bunch of issues last year trying to play OG, Barnes, and Siakam all at the same time. Getting Hunter would re-create those same issues, although not to the same extent.
What if Toronto would rather have Okongwu? That makes more sense than Hunter for them. He can play next to Poeltl but also back him up. He's younger as well. If thats the case, then perhaps the Mavs are trying to target Deandre Hunter instead of Capela. I can see why the Raptors wouldn't mind THJ now given that he can play next to OG and Barnes seamlessly and is switchable with GTJr. Basically they'd always have a shot creator next to those two and either can come off the bench.
Either way, the Mavs definitely have the need and interest in both Capela+Hunter. Both fill a need. I'd be happy for either player. But the 2027 FRP for Hunter does seem to be a better "use" of the asset than Capela and can explain why the Mavs would be supplying one in this deal.
From what I’ve read, Hunter is the main offering in the deal. He’s going to Toronto, and is the most significant piece going that direction.