Why The Dallas Mavericks Do The Deal 

Absolutely they should. 

Recall the Kawhi Leonard trade we’d just outlined., The Raptors moved DeMar DeRozan and a promising young Jakob Poeltl in exchange for Leonard. Somehow, we doubt they regret it. 

Of course, an NBA title isn’t guaranteed for the Mavericks following this deal. Far from it. Fred VanVleet is no Kawhi Leonard. 

On the other hand, he may be exactly what the Mavericks need. VanVleet is a potent three-point shooter who’s also got the handle and quickness to create shots for himself and others.

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He should be a perfect co-star for Luka Doncic. After all, we already know he’s a superstar.