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DALLAS, TEXAS – OCTOBER 31: Dorian Finney-Smith #10 of the Dallas Mavericks drives to the basket against Buddy Hield #24 of the Sacramento Kings in the second half at American Airlines Center on October 31, 2021 in Dallas, Texas, NBA Trades: 1 deadline target for every Southwest Division team. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images) /

NBA Trades Southwest Division – Dallas Mavericks: Buddy Hield

Largely thanks to their improved defense, the Dallas Mavericks have been rolling this season, and they currently occupy the fifth seed in the West. They could be a dark horse team to make some noise in the postseason, especially if they could add someone like Buddy Hield. He’s a player that can help improve their three-point shooting, one of their most prominent flaws.

Dallas currently ranks 25th in three-point percentage at 32.9 percent this season. They desperately need more perimeter shooting, and there are few options better than Hield. The 29-year-old has made a living in the league thanks to his prolific shooting, hitting 40.2 percent of his career threes on 7.6 attempts per game.

Hield would be a flawless fit next to Luka Dončić, thriving off the sheer number of open looks he would receive offensively on a nightly basis.

To acquire the marksman, the Mavericks would have to absorb what remains of his $22.5 million this season, which could be done. The Sacramento Kings have seemingly made the guard available in trade talks for months now, and he could be a perfect fit down in Dallas.

If they want to boost their playoff odds and bolster their stock in the West, someone like Hield could help the Mavericks tremendously.