Archive · 28 May 2025
NBA Trade Rumors: Mavericks Could Acquire Anfernee Simons in Deal
The Dallas Mavericks might get a new player, Anfernee Simons, in a trade with two other teams.
This would help them score more points because Simons is a great shooter.
The Mavericks are hoping to become a better team by trading some of their players for Simons.
The other teams involved in the trade would also get new players.
But, Simons isn't known for being great at defense.
The goal is to make the Mavericks a stronger team to win games.
A potential three-team trade involving the Dallas Mavericks, Portland Trail Blazers, and Atlanta Hawks is under discussion.
The Mavericks could acquire Anfernee Simons from Portland, who would fill in for Kyrie Irving.
Atlanta would receive Klay Thompson, Terrance Mann and future draft picks.
Portland would get Robert Williams II, Matisse Thybulle, P.J. Washington, Caleb Martin, Kobe Bufkin, and a future first-round pick.
The deal aims to accelerate Portland's rebuild and bolster the Mavericks' competitiveness.
- Who
- Dallas Mavericks, Portland Trail Blazers, and Atlanta Hawks potentially involved in a trade including Anfernee Simons, Klay Thompson, and others.
- What
- Potential three-team trade involving Anfernee Simons, Klay Thompson, and other players to improve the Dallas Mavericks' roster.
- When
- Proposed for the upcoming NBA season
- Where
- Dallas Mavericks, Portland Trail Blazers, and Atlanta Hawks
- Why
- The Dallas Mavericks aim to improve their team by acquiring Anfernee Simons, Portland seeks to rebuild, and Atlanta aims to improve defense.
Potential Concerns
Mavericks' Perspective
Simons' Defensive Ability
Potential Concerns
Anfernee Simons' poor defensive skills may be an issue for the Mavericks.
Mavericks' Perspective
Simons' offensive capabilities could compensate for the absence of Kyrie Irving, helping to lead the Mavericks' offense.
Roster Balance
Potential Concerns
P.J. Washington's role may be reduced if Flagg becomes the primary forward
Mavericks' Perspective
Terrance Mann would add defensive versatility and experience to the Mavericks' team in their win-now mode.
- Teams Involved
- Dallas Mavericks, Portland Trail Blazers, Atlanta Hawks
- Mavericks Receive
- Anfernee Simons
- Hawks Receive
- Klay Thompson, Terrance Mann, 2027 and 2029 2nd-round picks
- Trail Blazers Receive
- Robert Williams II, Matisse Thybulle, P.J. Washington, Caleb Martin, Kobe Bufkin, 2031 1st-round pick (top-8 protected)
- Anfernee Simons' Stats
- Averaged 19.3 points on 42.3% shooting (36.3% from three) last season