Grading the Dallas Mavericks’ Trade Assets

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Jun 23, 2016; New York, NY, USA; A general view of a video board displaying all thirty draft picks in the first round of the 2016 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-USA TODAY Sports /

Grade “A” Assets

Justin Anderson (A-)

Even though Anderson hasn’t really taken the jump that many would have expected, he would still have significant value on the trade market. His strength, athleticism, and potential as a first round pick still holds value.

Even though Dallas would prefer to keep him probably, he could be a big piece to a possible larger deal.

Wesley Matthews (A)

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Yes, Matthews is still due over $35 million over the next two more years and is making $17 million now, but what he brings to the table is unique to many.

Matthews is back shooting at a really high rate and is considered by many to be one of the best wing defenders in the league. If a team was trading a young star and wanted a veteran starter in the package back, Matthews could be that guy.

It would be unlikely to see Matthews go, but if the right name hit the market, don’t count it out.

2017 First Round Draft Pick & Future Firsts (A+)

The Mavericks own their 2017 first rounder and it is looking like a top 5 pick in the draft. With the draft regarded by many to be a loaded draft, the Mavericks pick is becoming more and more valuable. But it’s not just this first rounder that could be coveted.

Nowitzki will hang it up over the next couple of years and Dallas hasn’t perfected the post-Dirk era plan yet. They do have Harrison Barnes, but unless they find younger counterparts to build around soon, they could be at the bottom for more than just this year; thus making future firsts valuable to other teams.

Next: Making a Noel Trade to Dallas Work

The Dallas Mavericks have the trade assets, now we wait to see what Cuban & Co. have up their sleeve.