Kyrie Irving to Dallas Mavericks
Brooklyn Nets Receive: G/F Tim Hardaway Jr., F Dorian Finney-Smith, 2025 First-Round Pick (Lottery Protected – DAL)
Dallas Mavericks Receive: G Kyrie Irving
Let us preface this proposal with the following statement: the Brooklyn Nets seem to have problems both on and off the court.
It’s hard to pin any on-court concerns on Irving. After all, he remains one of the most dynamic offensive guards in the NBA. On the other hand, it’s hard to imagine that his controversial personality is a boon to this team’s chemistry.
With that in mind, front offices around the NBA may be skeptical about acquiring him. If the Nets want to move Irving, they may have to sell low. That’s exactly what they’re doing here. On the other hand, they may be acquiring players who complement their team more.
Specifically, they’re getting two elite floor spacers who ought to make Ben Simmons’ life easier as a lead ball-handler. Meanwhile, landing a first-round pick, even if lottery protected, might be the most they can ask for in exchange for the volatile Irving.
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Meanwhile, this deal has the Mavericks gambling on their team culture. If Irving can co-exist here, he’ll give Luka Doncic the most talented co-star he’s had yet.
On the other hand, if the fit proves problematic, at least the Dallas Mavericks didn’t have to surrender the type of assets they normally would for a player of Irving’s talents.
