Why This Trade Makes Sense For The Dallas Mavericks:

As it was previously mentioned, with Kristaps Porzinigs being out as he recovers from a torn meniscus, Dallas needs another high-level talent. When Porzingis does come back and is able to play, he will be eased into a role and will likely not be playing his full-slate of minutes until near the middle/end of February, which is near the half-way point in the season this year.

If the Dallas Mavericks are to be true title contenders this year, they need to try and acquire another All-Star talent to pair with Luka and Porzingis because when it comes down to it, this team does not have a reliable third scoring option right now. Luka and Kristaps will get their points and will be productive, but where will the rest of the scoring come from? 

By adding Kemba Walker, this question is easily answered and the Mavericks would not have a problem finding scoring out on the court in their starting rotation. Last season, Kemba Walker made his fourth straight All-Star appearance and averaged 20.4 points, 3.9 rebounds, 4.8 assists and shot 42.5% from the floor, 38.1% from three-point range. 

While giving up Josh Richardson and Tim Hardaway Jr. definitely hurts the Mavericks’ depth, players like Kemba Walker do not hit the trade market everyday and this is an opportunity the Mavs could not afford to pass up on. 

In a loaded Western Conference, everybody’s championship window is small and when a guy like LeBron James is competing for a championship in the same conference, the window becomes even smaller. 

Going out and trading for Kemba Walker while keeping Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis maximizes Dallas’ chances of competing for a title this year and sets themselves up for success for years to come.