03-23-2021, 09:36 AM
(03-23-2021, 09:30 AM)omahen Wrote: Assuming Mavs dump Powell for cap space and renounce WCS, Mavs would have only 65 million committed, not counting the JRich option. Big question is, how much would it cost to resign JRich and THJ (assuming there is a mutual interest). I estimate JRich comparison contract could be KCP one (40 mil for 3 years), unless he improves dramatically and THJ could be Harris one (some 70 mil for 4 years). That would amount to some 30 mil in first year, living Mavs with some 15 mil of cap space. Likely enough for a decent addition like Holmes or fan favorite Oubre. Short for upper tier of available players.
Btw - I haven't seen JRue sign an extension with Bucks yet
Edit: forgot to include OPJ to that roughly 15 (or less) per list
I'm skeptical they can get an expiring for Powell at the deadline. They may be stuck with him and forced to stretch waive in the offseason if they want to use cap space. I'd prefer they find a way to operate over the cap if possible since that allows them to keep the full MLE.
Jrue is worth keeping an eye on for sure. It's a shame he's not a few years younger, but he would be the perfect 2 guard next to Luka.