Why The Dallas Mavericks Do The Deal
Well, once again, they won’t have much of a choice.
If Irving wants to force his way to the Clippers, the Mavericks won’t have any reason to turn any sign and trade deal down. This one is no exception.
Besides, the Mavericks could use some of these players. Covington fell out of Los Angeles’ rotation this year, but he’ll find his place in Dallas.
In fact, he could be a solid replacement for Dorian Finney-Smith, who the Mavericks sent to the Nets in exchange for Irving.
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Still, the most valuable asset they’re landing here is the draft pick. Granted, it’s lottery protected. That’s as good as Dallas can do in a sign-and-trade scenario.
If nothing else, it still makes their future a little brighter.
