Dallas:

..Pro’s

• adds another big 3 and D wing to throw at opposing superstars

• familiarity with superstar Luka, always a good thing

• adds good optionality defensively

• acquire two 2nd round picks to potentially use in future trades

• 1st round pick given up is protected top 8, incase the season falls apart

..Con’s

• lose best Small Ball 5 in Kleber

• unfortunately have to give up on O-Max only 1 1/2 seasons into his career

• no first round picks in 2025 draft

Brooklyn:

..Pro’s

• finally get asking price for DFS in the form of a 2025 first round pick (top 8 protected)

• get a nice flyer on former first round pick O-Max Prosper who still has over 2 years left on his rookie contract

• opens up DFS’s rotation spot for younger players developmental minutes

• Kleber is potentially flip-able for additional assets

..Con’s

• have to give up two 2nd round picks

• Kleber’s contract is 2 years long, not expiring

• will have to waive someone to open up a roster spot, likely Shake Milton