Some NBA teams may need to already make a change. Yes, it’s early and some may view things as a panic to suggest a roster change. Keep an open mind.
The Dallas Mavericks acquired both JaVale McGee and Christian Wood in the offseason and have opted to start McGee.
The idea was to have McGee for his defensive abilities and bring Wood off the bench at both the 4 and 5 for an offensive boost.
Wood has fulfilled his end of the bargain, but unfortunately, McGee has looked a step slow in 2022-23.
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The Mavericks could simply plug Wood into the starting spot. On the other hand, they could also go out and get a better defensive big to take McGee’s spot.
Here’s a deal that has them doing so by landing Jakob Poeltl of the San Antonio Spurs.