The MavsBoard community is abuzz with discussions about the team’s 2026-2027 roster. With the draft and free agency looming, fans are speculating about potential trades and signings.

1. The Cam Johnson Conundrum

cow sparked a debate about trading for Cam Johnson, saying:

“It’s why Braun is so interesting to me. His extension kicks in this year so it’s going to be expensive for Denver to get off of him should that be their desire.”

However, omahen poured cold water on the idea, pointing out that Denver can’t trade their 2031 pick.

2. A Potential Trade: Martin, Johnson for Cam, #26

F Gump proposed a trade that got people talking:

“Martin + Johnson, for Johnson +26”

This deal would swap AJ Johnson and Dereck Lively II for Cam Johnson and the #26 pick. Fans are divided on whether it’s a good idea.

3. Braun: The More Interesting Target?

Some fans, like cow, are intrigued by Vlatko Čančar and Michael Porter Jr., but DanSchwartzgan isn’t convinced:

“If I didn’t have Christie already, I might think about Braun. I’m not sure Braun is that much better (or better than the 25 year old version of Christie).“

4. Alex Caruso: A Potential Target

mrdugdale floated the idea of trading for Alex Caruso:

“OKC’s payroll is too high. The Mavs have a $20 million trade exception. Alex Caruso is 32 and would be a great locker room guy or trade deadline player and he has a salary of $18 million for the next three years”

5. The Thunder’s Leverage

windjc thinks the Mavs have the upper hand in potential trade talks with the Thunder:

“Presti has no leverage. So to win any transaction he has to engage with a beta. Thats not us anymore now that cheeseD*ck Cuban is gone.”

6. A Cautionary Tale: Repeater Status

SkenfromLMF warned about the risks of going into the repeater window:

“It’s not because Mavs are hard capped at A1 and this would take them over, which is not possible. Next league year Cam can’t be absorbed into the TPE, so again, not possible.”

The Mavs’ front office has some tough decisions ahead. Will they make a splashy trade or play it safe? One thing’s for sure: Mavs fans will be on the edge of their seats.

As the draft and free agency approach, one thing is clear: the Mavs’ future is looking bright. And if ballsrchr has his way, Jaden McDaniels and Mark Williams will be leading the charge. Not bad for a team that’s still rebuilding!

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