Why The Dallas Mavericks Do The Deal
Of course, nobody can answer that question with any certainty. Trading for a player who’s about to hit free agency is always a risk.
It’s one worth taking for Dallas. A floor-spacing big man who protects the rim could take them to the next level.
After all, we’ve seen them thrive with a player who only satisfies half of that equation.
The chemistry between Luka Doncic and Christian Wood un offense has been undeniable this year. At the same time, Wood is a combo big. He can return to a reserve role, and still find 30 minutes a night at the 4 and the 5 following this deal.
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Meanwhile, if Turner walks, at least the Mavericks got off of Bertans’ contract. Granted, a first-round pick and a swap is a hefty price to pay just to move off of a contract.
Should it be enough for the Pacers to part with Bertans?