The Mavericks have redefined themselves this season with bold moves and a new style of play placing them possibly right where they planned to be all along.

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The Hawks trading Luka is in the same category as the Milwaukee Bucks sending Dirk Nowitzi to the Mavs for Robert “Tractor” Traylor. On Wednesday evening at the American Airlines Center, the main piece of the Hawks’ 2018 draft day trade of Luka to the Mavericks remains in their starting lineup, while Doncic ... we don’t need to say the rest.

There are a ton of insights that Dallas can provide for fans of the Celtics in this important transitional moment for the storied ball club.

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Dallas Mavericks GM Nico Harrison has come under fire recently for trading away Luka Doncic. However, here is a look at his best moves.