The Dallas Mavericks are trying to break through the middle of the pack in the Western Conference, where they are currently the fifth-best team with a 24-21 record.
Based on the way star player Luka Doncic is performing, you would think the team would be finding way more success than that.
This is why so many fans of the team are pleading with the front office to do something big and substantial as soon as possible in order to capitalize on Doncic’s power.
They’re not the only ones hoping for that.
REPORT: Luka Dončić “has strongly indicated he wants the Mavs to upgrade [the roster] before the Feb. 9 trade deadline.”
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It is being reported by NBA writer Tim MacMahon that Doncic, who is usually not involved in trades and personnel choices, has “strongly indicated he wants the Mavs to upgrade before the Feb. 9 trade deadline.”
An outcry from the fans is one thing but an outcry from your biggest star is something completely different.
Therefore, there is a good chance that the Mavs will listen to Doncic and attempt a move to make him happy.
Demands From Doncic
The front office has surely been contemplating this for a while.
They know they should be having more success with Doncic on board.
But their options are limited and it’s not clear the direction they will take.
Will the team try to get another stretch shooter who Doncic can play off of?
Or will they instead attempt to get bigger and stronger in the frontcourt?
Whatever choice they make, they will need to make it soon if they wish to meet the February 9 trade deadline.
There are plenty of options out there for the Mavericks.
However, they will likely have to part with a few role players to get someone substantial in return.
The last thing the Mavericks want is an unhappy Doncic so they better start making a plan.
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