(01-31-2024, 11:30 AM)SleepingHero Wrote: NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral)
The Washington Wizards are not demanding two first-round picks for Kyle Kuzma, and the asking price may be lower, per @TheAthletic
“League sources maintain Washington has been holding out for two first-round picks for Kuzma, though team sources indicate that is somewhat overblown. The truth is probably somewhere in the middle.”
Player wise I don't mind that deal. Especially since I was defending Dinwiddie hard the other day. But the Mavs essentially push their expiring contracts to this offseason and free up 29 mil. What could they even do with that?
The deal on its own is an upgrade this year, and next imo. The fact that it clears 29M next year is a bonus. Mavs have more flexibility being further away from tax, 1st and 2nd apron. Able to take more money in future trades etc. Also, use it to resign O’Neal. Even Dinwiddie if the cost is low enough.