(03-19-2024, 08:44 AM)Chicagojk Wrote: Not a question for now, but this offseason how do we make this team as on of the top 4 in the west for the next 3-4 years? Those teams are all good...and mostly young. You also have some up and coming teams. Injuries factor in, but I think you want to be positioned closer to the top rather than battling out for the play in every year. The Nuggets are the perfect example. They can get a way with their B game on most nights. When they really want it or in the playoffs, you know Jokic will get close to 40 and a triple double. How can Dallas get there without relying on a A Luka and Kyrie game every night?
This is a very good point and I agree that the only solution for this is to diversify offense to be less centered around Luka and Kyrie, especially when they don't play. And that offense can't be THJ chucking contested prayers, imho. That is why I am hoping they design a few plays for PJ and see if he is the guy capable of taking that role. If not, they need to bring in another player.
If healthy, Mavs probably should make it to top6 this season. Phoenix has really tough schedule and it would be a disaster to finish below them. Sacramento is a bit more tricky and those 2 games against them will likely be deciding.
While I believe Mavs should make it to top6, I am worried how much of a cost will that take. It is not just about making it to top6, it is also about bringing everyone healthy and in top form to playoffs.
(03-19-2024, 09:23 AM)Chicagojk Wrote: You know Morey is sniffing around there. Probably doesn't matter if Embid is not healthy though. Tough to get a player to willingly leave LA if salaries are close. Will be interesting if things change if the Clippers have a disappointing playoff.
I think Jrue Holiday is another interesting name. I don't think the dregs of the league will get his attention. But what happens if Philly makes a big push. It could put Boston in a real tough position with their already big salary commitments.
I think everything related to Boston depends if they win it this season. If yes, I could see JRue declining his PO and sign a long term deal at a bit lower average value. Lets say something like a four year deal at 100 mil. If they dissapoint again, things might get tricky.