Running in both directions! Why is Paul the best candidate for the Mavericks point guard?

Today, according to NBA famous reporter Marc Stein, the Mavericks are striving to introduce a starting point guard to the team:

"Another name Dallas is concerned about: Chris Paul. This soon-to-be free agent just turned 40 on May 6, but Paul played 82 games in the starting season with the Spurs."

In fact, Paul is definitely the most suitable point guard in the league for the Mavericks' status quo, no one!

First of all, Paul can meet the Mavericks' demand for positioning the point guard, that is, Irving can play the starting lineup before his comeback and lead the substitute after his comeback. Although Paul is old and not in the same state as before, he still played 82 starts with the Spurs last season. Compared with those mature defenders, Paul is obviously more in line with the Mavericks' requirements.

Secondly, Paul and the Mavericks have excellent adaptability. His passing can not only benefit blue-collar centers like Lively and Gafford, but also allow Christie and Thompson on the wing to get better shooting opportunities, and can also form a connection with players like Flag and Davis who are extremely physically compatible and have independent offensive ability.

The Mavericks' extremely deep frontcourt group can also make up for Paul's defensive problems. After Irving's return, his defensive and physical fitness problems will be further covered up.

So, the Mavericks and Paul are definitely going in both directions, and the latter has a lot of hope to win the championship they have always dreamed of after joining the Mavericks.