Fans around the NBA came into this summer with different levels of concern. For example, fans of the Dallas Mavericks had a lot of worries. If Kyrie Irving hadn’t re-signed, this team could have been in trouble.
Irving re-signed. Mavericks fans breathed a collective sigh of relief. There is no impending Luka Doncic trade request. The Mavericks have a star duo, and that gives them a dog in the NBA’s title fight. With that said, there is still more work to do in Dallas.
Now, the Mavericks need to focus on acquiring the right players to support their star duo. That’s likely to start on the defensive end of the floor. The Mavericks have been linked to some defensive big men for that reason, but a stud defensive wing could be just as helpful. How about OG Anunoby of the Toronto Raptors?
The Trade Proposal
Toronto Raptors Receive: G/F Tim Hardaway Jr., F Olivier-Maxence Prosper, G Jaden Hardy, 2026 First-Round Pick (Swap – DAL), 2027 First-Round Pick (DAL), 2028 First-Round Pick (Swap – DAL)
Dallas Mavericks Receive: F OG Anunoby
Meanwhile, for fans of some teams, there are unresolved anxieties. Just look at the Raptors. If you’re a fan of this team, you’ve got plenty of worries at the moment.
Will the Raptors trade Pascal Siakam? Anunoby? Neither? Both? We don’t know. The Raptors are at the forefront of a lot of speculation. There are very few answers. All we know is that fans around the league are watching Canada’s team.
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It’s no surprise that the Raptors are in trade rumors. They had a woefully disappointing 2022-23 season. Meanwhile, this team is full of players who contenders would be lucky to land. Anunoby is a perfect example. Are the Raptors getting enough back for him here?
Why The Toronto Raptors Do The Deal
This may not be exactly the deal that some Raptors fans have in mind. We’ve heard reports that this team has turned down offers that included multiple first-round picks. This deal only includes one. Why would the Raptors take it?
Well, they’d take it if they saw potential in Hardy. To be sure, he’s looked the part of a potential star. Hardy has a knack for creating his own shots in half-court sets. That happens to be exactly the type of player that the Raptors have been missing. Meanwhile, Prosper looks the part of a solid, multi-positional defensive wing.
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Besides – the Raptors are still getting draft capital here. One unprotected first is still a valuable asset. Moreover, 2028 is a long time from now. If things don’t work out for the Mavericks, this swap could convey. Should the Mavericks take that chance?
Why The Dallas Mavericks Do The Deal
Absolutely. There’s no question that, if the Raptors are open to this deal, the Mavericks should make it. When you’ve got Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving on the same roster, you spare no expense.
Will Dallas have much draft capital left following this deal? No. In fact, they may have the least in the NBA. That’s fine. The Mavericks would have a roster that could truly contend for the NBA title. Anunoby is a perfect fit for this roster.
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After all, what type of player do you pair with a ball-dominant playmaker like Doncic? Typically, you want 3-and-D wings. Anunoby may be the best in the NBA. Dallas should pursue him if he becomes available this summer. Any anxiety left among their fans should be gone if they land Anunoby.
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