The Dallas Mavericks trade for Pascal Siakam of the Toronto Raptors is not that serious, according to an NBA insider. The Dallas Mavericks are ranked 7th in the Western Conference with a 19-15 record this season. If things stay the same, they are most likely to make it to the playoffs.
Just like any other contending team, they are also looking for players to strengthen their squad in this NBA trade window. They are linked with many big names since they have been trying to add a third star to their roster for a while now.
The Toronto Raptors forward Pascal Siakam’s name was tossed around a bit, and he was linked with the Dallas Mavericks for a significant time. The Raptors are likely to part ways with their 29-year-old forward after they traded off OG Anunoby to the New York Knicks. It would be interesting to see where they send Pascal.
Will the Mavericks change their mind and acquire the Raptors’ forward? If not, where will the two-time NBA All-Star end up? Here is all the information you need about the Toronto Raptors’ Pascal Siakam trade to the Dallas Mavericks.
Pascal Siakam: Stats and contract
The Cameroonian international has played 33 games for the Raptors this season. He is averaging 22.4 points, 5 assists, and 6.5 rebounds per game while shooting 28.5 percent from beyond the arc. He is set to make $37.9 million this season.
“There is a window where the Raptors get to see what Pascal Siakam looks like with RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley” –@wojespn on Siakam’s future pic.twitter.com/VYwEDJMgJV
— PS43 ⭐️ (@PascalHoops) January 2, 2024
Why would the Toronto Raptors trade-off Pascal Siakam?
The Toronto Raptors are headed towards a complete makeover. After their recent trade deal with the New York Knicks, they are set to build their roster around Immanuel Quickley, RJ Barrett, and Scottie Barnes.
“The Dallas Mavericks have indeed registered some exploratory trade interest in Siakam, league sources say, but one source over the weekend described their interest to me as overstated. The Mavericks are indeed hoping to upgrade at the four spot, I’m told, but my sense is Siakam…
— The Mavs Blog (@TheMavsBlog) January 1, 2024
Why are the Dallas Mavericks not interested in Pascal Siakam?
The Dallas Mavericks were linked with Pascal Siakam since the trio of Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, and Pascal looks deadly on paper. But reports suggest that they have some other plans. Additionally, Pascal is not likely to extend with the team he joins, and he can be offered an extension for two years only.
Will the Dallas Mavericks pursue the Pascal Siakam trade? We’ll keep you updated.
