Okay, so I’ve been seeing a lot of chatter online about Mike James and the Mavericks, and whether he might end up back in Dallas. I got curious and decided to do some digging and experimenting myself, and here’s what I found.
First, I scrolled through a bunch of articles and fan forums. Lots of speculation, some saying it’s a possibility, others saying it’s unlikely. Nothing concrete, really.
So, I started digging a little deeper. I checked out his recent stats in the EuroLeague. I mean, the guy’s been killing it, there is no question in my mind. That make sense.
- Averaging serious points.
- Dishing out assists.
- His shooting percentages are not too shabby.
Then I looked at the Mavericks’ current roster situation. I can see what they actually need at this time.
Who is on contract? What positions are they potentially thin at?
Next I put my analyst cap on. I compared James’s stats and playstyle to the Mavericks’ needs. Could he fit in? Would he complement Luka Dončić? Would he be willing to potentially come off the bench? These are very important questions for everyone, I think.
After all that, I tried to put all the pieces together. My personal take, and this is just my opinion, is that it is really going to be hard. It’s not impossible, but it’s a long shot, for a couple of reasons, such as what the Mavericks would have to give up to get him.
I recorded all my findings in a simple note, jotting down the pros and cons, the potential obstacles, and the possible benefits. It helped me get a clearer picture, even if it’s still just speculation at this point. This is just my pratical record for today, hope this is useful to someone else.
