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Dallas Mavericks Finally Pay Off Kristaps Porzingis Trade with New York Knicks After Clinching Playoffs

The Mavericks Made Porzingis' Wish Come True

Trade Recap

The Dallas Mavericks have finally paid off the Kristaps Porzingis trade with the New York Knicks, two years after the blockbuster deal was made. The Mavericks clinched a playoff berth on Thursday, fulfilling Porzingis' wish to play in the postseason. The Knicks wasted no time in dealing Porzingis to the Mavericks in February 2019, receiving Dennis Smith Jr., DeAndre Jordan, and two future first-round picks in return. The move was widely seen as a salary dump for the Knicks, who were eager to shed Porzingis' massive contract and clear the way for their young核心球员.

2 Years Later: How Do the Teams Feel?

Two years later, the trade has worked out well for both teams. The Knicks have used the cap space they gained to sign several key free agents, including Julius Randle and RJ Barrett. They are now a playoff contender in the Eastern Conference. The Mavericks, meanwhile, have found a reliable second star in Porzingis to pair with Luka Dončić. Porzingis is averaging 20.1 points and 8.9 rebounds per game this season and has helped the Mavericks become one of the most exciting teams in the NBA. The trade has been a win-win for both teams, and it is a reminder that there is no such thing as a bad trade in the NBA. Sometimes, it just takes time for a deal to pay off.

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