Kemba Walker – Boston Celtics

If the Dallas Mavericks are to be true title contenders moving forward, they need to try and acquire another All-Star talent to pair with Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis because when it comes down to it, this team does not have a reliable third scoring option right now. Doncic and Porzingis 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. This season, Walker is averaging 17.8 points, 3.6 rebounds, 4.8 assists and is shooting 35.0% from three-point range, giving the Mavericks exactly what they need in a third scoring option and secondary ball-handler next to Luka. 

Walker has always been a guy who has had the ball in his hands as the team’s primary ball-handler, but this year with the Celtics, he has taken a step back and has shown the ability to run off of screens and play off-the-ball as well. 

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With Walker being a three-point threat with the ball in his hands and the ability to create for others, he is an excellent fit next to Luka and Porzingis should he be able to remain on the court and healthy. This was what appealed the Mavericks about pursuing Walker when he was most recently a free agent and based on NBA rumors, he was strongly considering signing with them.

Also, they would have Kemba for at least two to three seasons, unlike some of their other role players on their roster that are set to be free agents in the near future. Going out and trading for Kemba Walker while keeping Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis maximizes the Mavericks’ chances of competing for a title and sets them up for a ton of success for many years to come.