12-20-2023, 12:43 PM
(12-20-2023, 12:06 PM)omahen Wrote: Not sure where it was written that Detroit is looking to move Stewart. The news I posted stated that some teams, Mavs included, showed great interest in Stewart. But, perhaps I overlooked something.
Detroit has a very low payroll and very clean payroll moving forward. Zero necessity to dump salary. Stewart is their starter, so is Hayes, both of course starters on worst team in the league. I think there is little chance they would consider moving them for a negative contract like Holmes (third centre at best on Mavs), prospect like Hardy and a couple of second rounders. The move makes them worse in the short term and gives them very little hope (assets) to improve moving forward. If it is available, I would make the deal for sure. Just don't see it.
Personally, I don't have interest in the package if the cost is 2027 pick. Stewart is ok, young and can develop and I always liked his style of play (lots of energy, aggresive). But, I think he is a fringe starter at best. Mavs imho need third best player, not another fringe starter. Mavs goals should be set at better players, if they want to build a contender. So, be patient and save assets for the right move. I don't think this is it.
Agreed on Stewart's value. There's no reason for Detroit to dump him unless a meaningful asset is coming back.
I'm kind of torn on whether he would be worth the 2027 1st. I realize he's just a complimentary piece, but I might gouge my eyes out if I have to continue watching THJ play PF. It might be worth it (depending on how much money you can dump on Detroit) if the Mavs FO really feels he can be the Naz Reid-like backup big they need.
Another thing I'm not sure of is whether it's realistic for the Mavs to land a third best player with the 2027 1st + some combo of Green/Hardy/Omax. At some point they may have to set their sights lower. If they do end up dealing the pick, they would still have the 2031 1st coming available to trade in the offseason, which should be even more valuable.