DeMar DeRozan
On the other hand, if Zach LaVine isn’t available, the Dallas Mavericks may be able to poach his recent Chicago Bulls teammate.
In this scenario, we’re assuming that LaVine bolted the Windy City for another squad. He’s been linked to plenty. If LaVine ends up a Laker, or Trail Blazer, or anything but a Bull, it could create opportunities for other teams.
After all, if the Bulls lose LaVine, are they going to want to keep DeMar DeRozan? The Bulls won 46 games with a team featuring both: how many are they likely to win after LaVine’s departure?
If the Bulls host an unexpected firesale this summer, the Mavericks need to get in the mix. LaVine is probably the preferred target. He’s younger and spaces the floor when he’s handling off-ball duties for Luka Doncic.
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Still, DeMar DeRozan is coming off of a career season himself. He’s still a player that commands a double team. For the Mavericks, that’s the top priority this offseason.