For Brian Scalabrine, former NBA player turned analyst, the Dallas Mavericks have a pretty “good chance” at acquiring Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo from the free agency market.
In the past, Giannis Antetokounmpo has expressed his intent to don the Bucks jersey his entire career. However, analysts believe that his mindset will likely change if the Bucks fail to win the title this year. While Scalabrine believes that other teams also have a chance at landing the Greek Freak, the situation of the Mavs — roster and finance-wise — makes them a strong contender.
“Of all the (stars), I think he would (consider leaving an existing team to come to Dallas),” said NBA analyst Brian Scalabrine in a Tuesday visit with 105.3 The Fan’s “K&C Masterpiece.” “To leave a team, that's a hard thing to do, especially if you're a guy like him. Just think about Dirk Nowitzki. He was Dallas all the way, (and) it seems like Giannis is all the way (with Milwaukee).
“But,” Scalabrine continued, as transcribed by Mike Fisher of Sports Illustrated. “I think you (Dallas) have just as good a chance as anyone else. … Los Angeles, Miami, or any of the other favorite teams. I think the Dallas Mavericks, you look at their cap situation, with a superstar (in Luka Doncic) and (Kristaps Porzingis). … I'm telling you right now it's not zero (chance).”
While it's a matter of wait-and-see considering Antetokounmpo's Bucks are only down a game in the series, Scalabrine offers a strong argument.
The Mavs put on an impressive series against the Los Angeles Clippers that gave fans a glimpse of their potential. Who knows, maybe this raised the eyebrows of Antetokounmpo.
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