Mavericks' perfect answer to their Kyrie Irving dilemma won't make sense at first

Cooper Flagg has been a bright spot for the Dallas Mavericks lately, as the team is hoping to turn things around next season. However, the rookie still has a lot to learn, and it's clear Dallas needs to surround Flagg with a secondary shooter and playmaker. Kyrie Irving's return, though, will fix the issue above, assuming he returns next season without setbacks.

The Mavs could also look towards the draft to find Flagg's running mate, as some options include Darius Acuff Jr. The Arkansas guard is a well-rounded offensive player with the skills to help Dallas run the table for years. Plus, putting him in a lineup alongside Flagg and Irving would leave fans begging for more, as Dallas would have one of the top offenses.

There is just one problem with making the dream above a reality: size. Can Acuff Jr. and Irving coexist in a starting lineup? Would their size be too problematic for Dallas to succeed against taller lineups?

If this is the one thing holding Dallas back from drafting Acuff Jr., then there's an easy solution already staring them in the face.

The Mavericks don't need Darius Acuff Jr. to start right away

The Mavericks have made it clear they want to build around Flagg, as he is the future of the team. Assuming this is still the plan, Dallas must draft the best prospect once they are on the board. This means even picking Acuff Jr., even though they already have a skilled point guard in Irving.

Some fans and analysts question whether Acuff Jr. and Irving could excel in a backcourt together. They wonder how their height and defensive limitations would match up against other teams and taller lineups.

Although they are missing the bigger picture, Dallas doesn't need the two guards to work together in a lineup. The team could use them in spurts, as the Mavs could slowly work towards making Acuff Jr. the point guard of the future.

The goal would be to make Acuff Jr. the starting point guard down the road, but not right away. He would take over the reins once Irving retires, as Dallas would need someone to replace his production.

If anything, this season's struggles should be a wake-up call for the Mavs to find a stable point guard to help Irving and give them some more depth. The team saw firsthand how important it is to have a stable passer and scorer with Flagg.

The Arkansas guard would solve a future dilemma in Dallas

Once Irving is gone, the Mavs will need to find a dominant ball handler. This is why drafting Acuff Jr. is important, as his success in college proves he could be the solution to this future problem.

Remember, Dallas has struggled to find a reliable backup ball handler in the past, as the team has suffered numerous heartaches from Dante Exum, Spencer Dinwiddie, and D'Angelo Russell. All the players mentioned were signed to help solve the issue mentioned above.

Things, though, didn't work out, and Dallas had to move on from them. Acuff Jr. would be a different story from the players mentioned, though. He is a total package on offense who can do it all. Analysts have raved about how Acuff Jr. can be a creator or spot-up shooter for any team at the next level, and his ability off the ball, combined with his on-ball dominance, would change everything in Dallas.

Acuff Jr. showcased his skills in the SEC Championship, where he dropped a double-double with 30 points and 11 assists against Vanderbilt. His hot shooting was the main focus, as he shot 62.5 percent from the three, highlighting his ability to get hot from all over the court.

Again, it's a testament to why Dallas should draft Acuff Jr. if he falls into their lap. He can be a long-term fix, working and growing behind Kyrie Irving. Plus, he would fit the Mavs' long-term plans of building around Cooper Flagg, as the team would now have a one-two punch for years to come.

Why not draft Acuff Jr. with Irving still on the roster? He gives Dallas the stability at the backcourt position, something they desperately lacked this season.

Acuff Jr. would have the chance to grow behind Irving before taking over one day, and even though they may not be the best fit together when sharing the court, drafting him would ensure that the Mavericks always have an elite shot creator on the court.