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The priority in free agency for the Dallas Mavericks is re-signing starting point guard Kyrie Irving. After that, the team's next priority is adding someone who can start as the lead ballhandler until Irving returns from the torn ACL he suffered last season.

Dallas is looking for a fill-in starter until Irving returns. Ideally, that player will then be able to move into a complementary role, either playing with Irving or backing him up.

Although the Mavericks will be somewhat limited in how much they can pay for such a player, they will be able to offer a starting role, followed by considerable playing time after Irving returns. In addition, Dallas is intending to push for a playoff spot behind a healthy Anthony Davis and after adding Cooper Flagg at the 2025 NBA Draft. Winning, added to playing time and a clear role, are a combination that can be a tiebreaker for veterans deciding between several veteran minimum offers.

Via Jake Fischer/The Stein Line

Signing with Dallas must be at least a little bit less attractive now that it's clear you could be traded for bumming a smoke

Luka would be a pretty good fit.

Tyus Jones

The return of Spencer……

Anthoine wrote:The return of Spencer……

I think the tone of this article, along with a proven lack of success, suggest that Spencer is not the guy.

Maybe someone like Brogdon?
If Jrue Holiday is available can they trade for him?

Brandon Williams looked good......

Harrison understands what his team needs. What wasn't mentioned is that this point guard needs to be able to defend big guards well, pass, shoot, and be a leader.

How much can they spend in free agency? 5-6 million?

Exam was serviceable last year when he played. May want a multi year deal. But he’s a fine 4th or 5th guard on a marginal playoff team, which is what the Mavs are at best.

Schroder

BigTex wrote:Exam was serviceable last year when he played. May want a multi year deal. But he’s a fine 4th or 5th guard on a marginal playoff team, which is what the Mavs are at best.

Except he is made of glass, so they'll need a backup-backup for when Exum goes down again.

Brogdon is the guy. Too bad he's only good for playing 40 something games a year though.

ChuckChilly wrote:Brogdon is the guy. Too bad he's only good for playing 40 something games a year though.

So, like Ad and Kyrie?

CaHgO wrote:Schroder

I could see this happening. Maybe a 1+1 w PO.

D-Lo would sign for cheap.

Ty Jerome

Lonzo Ball?

Dosunmu?

Mavs might want to give Quentin Grimes a shot. Wonder why they never thought of him.