The Dallas Mavericks' Anthony Davis trade has definitely gotten some flak over the last few days, but one of the most underrated silver linings from the entire deal is already beginning to show itself. Marvin Bagley III has the potential to be a long-term piece in Dallas, and his first game as a Maverick proved just that and more.
Trading Davis was all about creating future cap flexibility and acquiring draft assets for Dallas, but it could turn into much more if Bagley III pans out over the final 30 games of the year.