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ORLANDO, FLORIDA – NOVEMBER 06: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Dallas Mavericks looks on during a game against the Orlando Magic at Amway Center on November 06, 2023 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann\/Getty Images) NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n
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Editor\u2019s note: Heavy recently put together a blockbuster proposal centered around Kyrie Irving<\/a> landing with the Miami Heat<\/a>. But what if we looked at the same idea for \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 the Dallas Mavericks<\/a>? Here\u2019s the Mavs\u2019 version of that proposed deal.<\/p>\n The Dallas Mavericks are rebuilding. But they are already well down the highway.<\/p>\n Less than two years after trading franchise cornerstone Luka Doncic<\/a> to the Los Angeles Lakers<\/a>, some would argue the Mavs are poised for a brighter future than the Lakers even with a 27-year-old Doncic.\u00a0<\/p>\n When discussing the Mavs\u2019 future, one name is particularly interesting: Kyrie Irving. The 34-year-old is clearly not a part of the team\u2019s long-term plans \u2014 unless he pulls a LeBron! \u2014 which has generated trade speculation surrounding the nine-time All-Star. ESPN\u2019s Tim MacMahon believes it may be in the Mavs\u2019 best interest to move on from Irving<\/a> eventually.<\/p>\n \u201cIrving is 34 and the Mavs are patiently building around (Cooper) Flagg, so there might come a point where it makes sense for all parties to explore the trade market,\u201d MacMahon wrote. \u201cAt the moment, though, there is excitement about Irving\u2019s return in Dallas.\u201d<\/p>\n This Trade Idea May Push the Mavericks to Bid Farewell to Kyrie Irving a Lot Sooner GettyOKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA \u2013 MAY 15: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Dallas Mavericks and P.J. Washington #25 celebrate against the Oklahoma City Thunder<\/a> during the fourth quarter in Game Five of the Western Conference Second Round Playoffs at Paycom Center on May 15, 2024 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Joshua Gateley\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n When strictly considering the potential of the Irving-Flagg duo, it makes complete sense for the Mavs to retain Irving for at least one more season. Even if the team isn\u2019t winning a ton of games, Irving\u2019s experience and leadership can be a major factor behind Flagg\u2019s rise to superstar status.\u00a0<\/p>\n But if Dallas was to move on from Irving, this four-team trade would be highly attractive.<\/p>\n Heat receives: Kyrie Irving, Scottie Pippen Jr. and Trey Lyles<\/a><\/p>\n Mavericks receive: Donte DiVincenzo<\/a>, Davion Mitchell<\/a> and two 2029 first round picks (via MIA, MIN)<\/p>\n Wolves receive: P.J. Washington<\/a>, Dru Smith<\/a> and Myron Gardner<\/a><\/p>\n Grizzlies<\/a> receive: Nikola Jovic<\/a><\/p>\n If the Mavs made Irving available for trade, the Heat might be among the first teams to reach out. Miami has a glaring need for a backcourt star after landing Giannis Antetokounmpo<\/a> from the Milwaukee Bucks<\/a>. In this deal, the Mavs pick up two much younger guards with two-way impact and a pair of not-so-distant first round picks. And who knows, those draft picks might turn into two stars in five or six years.\u00a0<\/p>\n Moving Irving would clear out a bunch of salary. Combine that with Washington also heading out the door, and the Mavs suddenly have two stars to fill Irving\u2019s shoes, another major contract off their books, a reduced frontcourt logjam, a ton of financial flexibility and two more first round picks to add to their war chest.\u00a0<\/p>\n Dallas Making Stance on Kyrie Crystal Clear (for Now)\u00a0<\/p>\n Irving has generated plenty of trade interest around the league this offseason, according to reports, but the Mavs are dug in on retaining the former All-NBA performer.<\/p>\n \u201cHe keeps getting put in all kinds of rumors, but we\u2019re not looking to move Kyrie and Kyrie isn\u2019t looking to be moved either,\u201d a Dallas front office executive told NBA<\/a> insider Keith Smith<\/a>. \u201cWe didn\u2019t get to see him with Cooper last year, but we\u2019re very excited to see that pairing this year.\u201d<\/p>\n If Irving returns healthy next season, his superstar impact could make the Mavs, who possess plenty of young, rising talent, a factor in the Western Conference.\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\t\t\tAdel Ahmad<\/a> Adel is a writer with over five years of experience covering the NBA. 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