NBA teams are always searching for a unicorn. 

For a while, that simply meant a 7 footer who could shoot 3s and protect the rim. Such players were so rare that Kristaps Porzingis was dubbed “The Unicorn”. 

By now, the standard has changed. A unicorn still possesses those skills, but they also need to be able to handle the ball and defend the perimeter. Basically, they need to be a complete basketball player. 

On the other hand, big men who can space the floor while defending the rim remain integral. Just ask the Dallas Mavericks.

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They’ve got a stout rim protector in JaVale McGee, and a lethal floor spacer in Christian Wood. If they could only combine their abilities, they’d have a great starting center. 

Alternatively, they could just trade for Myles Turner. Here’s a deal that has them doing exactly that.