New York Knicks Receive: F Davis Bertans, 2025 First-Round Pick (Swap – DAL) 

Dallas Mavericks Receive: G Derrick Rose

With all of that being said, no player in the NBA can claim to have a larger role than Luka Doncic at the moment. 

He is everything to this Dallas Mavericks’ offense. His usage rate is sky-high. In many ways, Doncic has become the poster boy for a heliocentric offense. 

That’s a term for an NBA offense that’s heavily reliant on one player. The term was probably popularized during James Harden’s time with the Houston Rockets. Harden continuously produced statistics that the likes of Wilt Chamberlain could rival. Now, Doncic has the mantle. 

Of course, there are problems with the strategy. Often, the engine of a heliocentric offense breaks down. Harden sure had an easier time in the playoffs once the Rockets acquired Chris Paul.

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In 2022-23, we’re already seeing signs of wear and tear in Doncic. 

Could this deal reduce his workload?