In the world of professional sports, off-season events often make headlines just as much as on-court performances. Just a few days ago, Atlanta Hawks‘ star point guard Trae Young, boasting a net worth of $215,159,700, tied the knot. He got married to his college sweetheart, Shelby Miller, in a lavish wedding ceremony in the Bahamas. It was a happy night of dancing and enjoyment, where many added to the fun.?
Amongst the notable attendees was Hawks’s center, Clint Capela. The Swiss-born player has been a steady presence in the Hawks’ lineup. But behind the scenes, rumors were swirling about his future in the NBA.
What is now catching fans’ attention is not just his dance moves, but a potential move that could reshape the landscape of the team. Recent rumors suggest that there is growing interest from the Dallas Mavericks to acquire Clint Capela. He might join forces with their dynamic duo – Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving.?
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A Missing Piece for Dallas?
The Dallas Mavericks have been searching for an impactful starting center for quite some time now. In recent years, they have relied heavily on Kristaps Porzingis to fill this role; however, injuries have plagued him throughout his tenure in Dallas. It comes as no surprise that they are eyeing someone.?
According to Brian Windhorst and Tim MacMahon, both respected insiders in the NBA community, Clint Capela is on the trade block. During the podcast discussion about the value of centers in the league. They mentioned that the Mavericks would love to have a starting center like Capela. This comes at a time when quality centers are in high demand, with players like Yousef Nurkic also reportedly on the block.?
On his pod when having a discussion on the Cavs two big lineup and the value of centers on the market, Windy and MacMahon both mention that “Capela is on the (trade) block”
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Capela’s presence would bring significant benefits to the team. Standing tall at 6’10, with explosive athleticism. He has consistently proven himself as one of the premier centers in the league over recent seasons. His ability to protect the rim while also being an efficient scorer makes him an invaluable asset.
Formidable Trio, Doncic-Irving-Capela
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Should the trade between the Atlanta Hawks and Dallas Mavericks materialize, it would create a formidable trio. The trio can definitely pose a serious threat to other teams in the league. The pairing of Luka Doncic’s court vision with Kyrie Irving’s scoring prowess has already shown great promise for the Mavericks. Adding Clint Capela to this mix would provide an additional layer of dominance on both ends of the floor.
Capela’s exceptional rebounding skills, combined with his ability to finish at the rim, make him an ideal partner for Doncic and Irving. His presence in the paint will provide senior teammates ease through lob passes and offensive rebounds.
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In the end, the NBA is a business, and players like Capela understand this. One day you’re dancing at a teammate’s wedding, and the next, you could be packing your bags for a new city. But that’s the nature of the game, and it’s what keeps us all watching with bated breath.
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