The Philadelphia Sixers’ forward PJ Tucker is likely to get traded to the Dallas Mavericks this offseason. The Sixers were talked about a lot this whole summer. Their star guard, James Harden, requested a trade to the Clippers, and it is speculated that the reigning MVP Joel Embiid, might ask for a trade as well if James succeeds in getting traded. The Sixers are on the verge of falling apart and they have to fix a lot of things to make ends meet.
The Texas Longhorns product Tucker played 75 games for the Sixers last season and averaged 3.5 points, 0.8 assists, and 3.9 rebounds per game while shooting 39.3 percent from beyond the arc. The Mavericks are interested in acquiring the player and are expected to make an offer. Will the Sixers accept? Here is all the information you need about the trade between the Philadelphia Sixers and the Dallas Mavericks involving PJ Tucker.
What would the Mavericks offer for PJ Tucker?
The Mavericks are expected to offer Richaun Holmes and one second-round pick each from the years 2024 and 2028 in exchange for the Sixers’ #17. The Sixers had a long and painful transition phase and they would not like to go through something like that again.
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Why would the Mavericks like to sign PJ Tucker?
The Mavericks would love to pair Tucker with Luka Doncic. The 38-year-old would be able to compliment Doncic in the best way possible. The Mavericks are getting a veteran here who will bring the champion’s mentality to the team and would guide the youngsters as well.
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Why would the Sixers trade-off PJ Tucker?
The veteran hasn’t been as great for the Sixers as he was for the Bucks and the Rockets. Tucker could not live up to the expectations of the management, and they are likely to part ways with him. He is aging, so the Sixers would like to trade him for assets now. Will the Sixers settle for just two second-round picks?
Will the Sixers be able to convince Harden and Embiid to stay? How would the Mavericks line up? We’ll keep you updated.
