Alleged Mavericks trade target drops cryptic message amid incessant buzz

The Dallas Mavericks’ second-round selection is coming up in an hour or two, and fans are eager to see who Dallas will face.

Although previous rumors linked Bronny James to Dallas, the buzz during the NBA Draft show on ESPN referred to Rich Paul forcing Bronny to join a certain team. The name of the team was not discussed, but it is safe to assume that it is the Los Angeles Lakers.

Dallas still remains in the trade rumors leading up to their selection, and it wouldn’t be a shock to anyone if they didn’t make that selection.

Dallas is looking to trade Tim Hardaway Jr., and one team emerging as a potential suitor for him is the Detroit Pistons. With Dennis Lindsey now in Detroit, a trade between the two teams involving Hardaway Jr. might be more likely than before.

If Dallas and Detroit reach a deal that includes Hardaway Jr., Quentin Grimes is a player that could be included in that contract. The Mavs’ interest in Grimes dates back to last season, and he could help the Mavs’ bench.

On Thursday, Grimes posted a cryptic tweet that might have fans wondering if he’ll be moving out soon.

Grimes’ “YES CHEF” message could be a reference to his excitement about being traded to the Mavs soon, and Mavs fans have speculated about what this message means in his mentions.

Last season for the New York Knicks and Pistons, Grimes averaged 7.0 points, 2.0 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 0.7 steals per game while shooting 37.2 percent from the field and 33.8 percent from three-point range. He would be someone who can come off the bench for the Mavs, play tough defense and make open shots.

He and Josh Green are extremely similar players, so seeing them get along can be complicated, but both players have high potential. Playing on a winning team in Dallas could unlock Grimes’ full potential, and only time will tell if his cryptic tweet was in reference to his trade to the Mavs at some point.

For all the latest news on Tim Hardaway Jr., the Dallas Mavericks and all the trade rumors surrounding Quentin Grimes, stay tuned.