Mannix I was talking to a GM who believes that in the next month 2 months maybe 3 months youll see someone else emerge on the trade market that takes an interest in acquiring Dame At least gives Portland someone to play against Miami in this situation

Chris Haynes on the Mavs next potential GM I just got a text From a very credible individual whos listening One of those guys on the wishlist Brad Stevens Tim Connelly Sam Presti Would listen

On LeBron James' comments about Memphis and Milwaukee and ahead of the Bucks vs Grizzlies game Doc Rivers joked I think we should trade for him let him see Milwaukee and I think he would change his tune

Mannix Every indication I'm getting is that we're getting very closeFriday is definitely in play if not shortly after thatI think we're past of the point if Tatum will be back now it's when he'll be backhe's been checking all the boxes from what I've been told

Mannix The Lakers believe they can succeed with a backcourt of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves if they can get the right type of players in the front court They are looking to build a Dallas 20 type roster similar to what Luka had when he went to the NBA Finals

Haynes At least one of Sam Presti Tim Connelly or Brad Stevens is expected to be open to discussions regarding the Dallas Mavericks open General Manager position

Haynes At least one of Sam Presti Tim Connelly or Brad Stevens would listen regarding the Dallas Mavericks open General Manager position