Who'll Be The Next Option To Dirk?

The exodus of an almost complete squad of former all-stars (Michael Finley, Steve Nash, Antawn Jamison and Antoine Walker) the past two summers has opened the door wide for Dirk Nowitzki's next sidekick. Josh Howard's versatility gives him the inside track. He's better a succesor to Finley than the aged Adrian Dantley to Mark Aguirre. Jason Terry and Eric Dampier have known days in Atlanta and Oakland when they were often the second offensive option. Jerry Stackhouse and Keith Van Horn may not enjoy that status ever again, but their experience in such lofty roles is well documented. It's safe to say resources are available, even if all-star credentials aren't.