Mentioned by ESPN.com as an available point guard before the trade deadline, Baron Davis would make an immediate impact on a Mavericks team desperate for a third scoring threat.
Dirk Nowitzki and Jason Terry are carrying the team in points, with Jason Kidd contributing a decent number some of the time. But the Kidd trade was a flop if for no other reason than it gave away more draft picks for a an aging star. And while everyone in Dalls is clamoring for a star two guard, Baron Davis is someone who would make the two guard irrelevant.
What would stop the Mavs from seriously pursuing Baron Davis? Injuries, for one. $53 million for two. Four year contract for three. Diva attitude for four.
What about the bright side? Clutch shooting. Unstoppable to the basket. Excellent three point range. Confidence. Swagger. Bursts of speed. All traits the Mavericks desperately need.
The Clippers could use a shorter contract in Jason Kidd to free up some salary cap after next year. The Mavs need a solution and very few superstars are available who could bring the instant thrust this team needs.
Granted, letting Steve Nash go was the biggest mistake made by this franchise since picking Detlef Schrempf over Karl Malone. Trading away Devin Harris was a lesser mistake, though one most of us wish the Mavericks could undo.
Nash led by example on the court, but was too softspoken. Devin lacked the air of confidence and competence needed to lead a team. He was always looking to be led by the coach. Jason Kidd simply doesn’t have the shooting skills or the speed to keep up in this league in the postseason.
Like it or not, Baron Davis is a viable option. He might be the Terrell Owens of basketball, but a move involving Kidd for Davis should definitely be considered. Someone with confidence and some personal pride needs motivate these players. Dirk Nowitzki is NOT going to lead this team.
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Your post is reading a bit funny with the Mavs winning the 2nd game of their road trip outplaying the Orlando Magic
Is it? Really? Looks to me like Dallas is ranked #7 in the West, with Utah very close behind. I wouldn't say that Baron Davis is the be-all end-all of fixes, for sure. The most potent change possible on this team would be either Dwight Howard at center or Chris Paul at point guard. They are tops in their respective positions, in my opinion, and either one would RADICALLY transform the success of this team, especially Dwight Howard.
Since neither of those players are available, nor will they EVER be available, Dallas has to look at less than ideal scenarios that might improve this team. Baron Davis is a better scorer than Kidd. He's faster, and can take it to the basket on anyone. But like I've said before, he just might be the Terrell Owens of the NBA. That is my way of saying he might be a huge help, and he might be a morale disaster.
Winning a few road games means nothing for a team competing with the Cowboys for most likely to choke when it counts.
Is it? Really? Looks to me like Dallas is ranked #7 in the West, with Utah very close behind. I wouldn’t say that Baron Davis is the be-all end-all of fixes, for sure. The most potent change possible on this team would be either Dwight Howard at center or Chris Paul at point guard. They are tops in their respective positions, in my opinion, and either one would RADICALLY transform the success of this team, especially Dwight Howard.
Since neither of those players are available, nor will they EVER be available, Dallas has to look at less than ideal scenarios that might improve this team. Baron Davis is a better scorer than Kidd. He’s faster, and can take it to the basket on anyone. But like I’ve said before, he just might be the Terrell Owens of the NBA. That is my way of saying he might be a huge help, and he might be a morale disaster.
Winning a few road games means nothing for a team competing with the Cowboys for most likely to choke when it counts.
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