Utah Jazz Receive: F Dorrian Finney-Smith, C Dwight Powell, F Josh Green
Dallas Mavericks Receive: G Mike Conley
Without question, the Utah Jazz should prefer the previous package if they’re forced into a rebuild. Draft capital reigns supreme in that circumstance. If the Dallas Mavericks won’t budge, this is a package the Jazz should still consider.
At 28, Dorrian Finney-Smith occupies a stage in his NBA career where he can fit several timelines. Ideally, the 3-and-D wing would suit up for a contender.
On the other hand, the small-market Jazz may be hoping for a quick turnaround. If so, Finney-Smith is still young enough to contribute to their next winning team. He’s also the sort of valuable role player the team could look to move in a separate package.
The meat-and-potatoes of this deal for the Jazz is definitely Josh Green. The 21-year-old plays with relentless energy. He hasn’t found significant playing time for a competitive Dallas squad, but he contributes whenever he’s given an opportunity. He may find significantly more of them with a rebuilding Jazz team.
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If the Jazz fall short in this postseason, they’ll probably be forced to hit the reset button. Discord seems to define the relationship between franchise pillars Rudy Gobert and Donovan Mitchell. A quick playoff exit this season may confirm that it’s damaged beyond repair.
If that’s the case, the team might as well trade Mike Conley in the process.
