It has been reported that Mavericks' power forward Dirk Nowitzki might be leaving the team after he opts out of his contract.
Why? Dirk wants to win.
Let me rephrase that: he's been winning with the Mavericks, but they have yet to be a Finals contender.
No offense to the Mavericks' fans, but the last few years haven't been working out championship-wise, which brings to the fact that Nowitzki will most likely be leaving.
And even though the Mavericks have until June 1 to make a contract extension, it probably won't happen.
So what does this mean for Dallas if Dirk leaves? It opens up cap-room, and coming July 1, the Mavericks could go for LeBron James.
This might be crazy to you. It's crazy to me too. LeBron James with the Mavericks, you kidding me?
I know. But it opens up cap-space. If James leaves the Cavaliers this coming July 1, the Mavericks could offer a sign-and-trade.
Along with that, Mark Cuban could be quieted, considering be was recently fined $100K for his comments about attaining LeBron. But he could be right. What if LeBron wants to win there?
In my opinion ...
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