- Article notes Kyrie Irving (returning from ACL), Marcus Sasser, Max Christie, and rookie Sergio de Larrea are the primary options.
- Author argues relying on Irving as primary ballhandler early would be risky given his recent ACL rehab.
- Suggests a point‑guard by committee approach and the need for additional moves from the front office.
- Notes Lively has dressed for fewer than 40% of possible career games and missed most of last season after surgery.
- Calls attention to the team picking up his option but not extending him, framing an organizational decision point.
- Warns of long‑term roster implications if Lively cannot stay on the court.
- Article suggests Dallas could be competitive in many regular‑season games but is unlikely to win a playoff series without improved cohesion.
- Mentions potential for a .500-ish season or play‑in contention if young pieces take steps forward.
- Frames Masai Ujiri’s upcoming offseason moves as important to the team’s ceiling.
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