Why would the Mavs trade Morris? "Injuries to Kleber and Dereck Lively II may compel the Dallas Mavericks to prowl the market for another big. They could also use another body on

Dallas Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison had a dire need to address at last year’s trade deadline that led to the acquisitions of P.J. Washington and Daniel Gafford. The moves fortified the frontcourt and created a championship contender. The Mavericks are in a more precarious situation this time around.

There's no doubt that the Mavericks are proving to be a legitimate contender in the Western Conference, when their superstar trio is healthy.