Dallas Mavericks
Let’s start with the obvious. The Dallas Mavericks have already invested in Irving.
This team traded Dorian Finney-Smith and an unprotected first-round pick for the star guard this summer.
Is that an exorbitant amount? No. It’s actually a sweet deal if we’re strictly looking at Irving’s talent. In fact, his unpredictable nature and impending free agency lowered his trade value.
Still, make no mistake. Finney-Smith and an unprotected first-rounder are a lot to give up for a half-season rental.
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The Mavericks can’t let them happen. This team needs to make overtures to keep Irving in Dallas this summer.
On the other hand, what if he simply opts to stay in Texas?