Charlotte Hornets Receive: G/F Frank Ntilikina, 2025 First-Round Pick (Swap – DAL)
Dallas Mavericks Receive: F Jaden McDaniels
The Mavericks have been needy for a while. At the same time, there are far worst situations around the NBA.
The Mavericks have had Luka Doncic. That alone makes their future bright. In the NBA, having a franchise player is the first step toward contention.
It’s just not the only step. The Mavericks have been learning that lesson the hard way. Even still, things could be worse for them, too.
For example, look at the Charlotte Hornets. They have a franchise player.
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Through a combination of poor roster building and injuries to LaMelo Ball, they’re a lottery team anyway.
Does this deal get them on the right track?