2019 NBA free agency: 5 potential landing spots for Malcolm Brogdon
By Jordan Foote
3. Dallas Mavericks
Much like how Brogdon is a good fit in just about every NBA offense, the Dallas Mavericks offer one of the best opportunities for free agents. With a promising young core of Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis, along with a ton of cap space to work with, things are looking up for the Mavs.
If the team plays its card right in terms of timing Porzingis’ long-term contract, it can also afford another max-level player. If Brogdon is to cash in on his talents in the form of a lucrative, multi-year commitment, Dallas makes a lot of sense.
Joining Doncic in the backcourt would make for one of the most exciting, productive and consistent duos in the league for years to come. Doncic’s elite playmaking and craftiness in combination with Brogdon’s ability to shoot the lights out is a match made in heaven.
Because Brogdon is a capable defender, a marriage of him and Doncic at point guard and shooting guard wouldn’t have many — if any — weaknesses. Adding Porzingis to that equation may be enough to vault Dallas back into the Western Conference playoff picture.
The financials add up. The fit is there. What would likely put this potential unification to rest is Milwaukee’s ability to match any offer Dallas makes. Unless it’s for a max contract, Brogdon probably won’t be a Maverick next season.