Note: Mavs would have to give up some other players to match salaries but that’s not a big deal.

Since both of these teams are still looking to compete, why not make a swap where the fit is a little better? For the Mavericks, KD is a better offensive player than AD, and they already have a great big man rotation in Lively and Gafford. It’d give them a more versatile lineup that could still somewhat be a threat until Kyrie comes back. Plus those two already looked elite in Brooklyn when on the court.

The Suns center rotation has been an issue all season. Richards isn’t bad but he’s best as a backup. AD would come in and give them what they need on both ends. His presence inside could make things a lot easier for Booker on the perimeter and the PnR game, but more importantly his defense and rebounding dominance is what Phoenix needs. In fact, they could even play two bigs at the same time With Dunn and I think it would be a better combination from what they have now. Plus the mavericks would send someone like Martin to match money, maybe a pick, so imo, would it work?

Lmk your thoughts