Let's say we are losing (very possibly) this year's championsip race. Kyrie said yesterday that's his goal this season with this team. Second, Davis is traded to LA or elsewhere (very possible). Result: A disaster! We lose both Davis and Kyrie (highly possible).
Personaly, I think Ainge is too smart to let that happen and to be in ''stay and wait'' position. So what's on his mind? 2 options, but both including moves prior to Feb 7:
1. Trade Kyrie for an other All Star (secures 1 big name for next season).
2. Makes a package that includes Brown, Rozier, Smart and some picks, and brings another All star alongside Irving (maybe Beal), signs D.Jordan (likely bought out) and satisfies Irving for next year's C'ship race with:
Irving
Beal
Hayward
Tatum
DJ
It doesn't have to be this (I made an example), but I think Ainge is deeply considering similar options. Moreover, probably prepared some of them already.