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Mavericks Make Massive Roster Moves
3 Aug
Summary
- New leadership has drastically reshaped the Mavericks roster.
- Team prioritizes size and shooting in recent player acquisitions.
- Focus on managing Kyrie Irving's workload for the upcoming season.
Since Masai Ujiri's early May hiring, the Dallas Mavericks have seen a whirlwind of organizational changes. In his first major move, Ujiri replaced coach Jason Kidd with Dusty May and drafted Morez Johnson Jr. with the No. 9 pick. Further acquisitions included Spanish guard Sergio De Larrea, Marcus Sasser, Tarik Biberović, and Santi Aldama through trades.
The Mavericks now prioritize size, with only two players under 6-foot-5 on their standard contracts. This mirrors Ujiri's past success with the Toronto Raptors, known for their large lineups. The team also focused on improving shooting, a weakness last season, by adding Aldama and Biberović.
Managing Kyrie Irving's workload is a key concern. After a significant injury layoff, the 34-year-old guard will need careful management to avoid burnout, with backups like Sasser and De Larrea expected to fill in. The team's goal is to reintegrate Irving effectively to boost their offensive capabilities and playoff aspirations.
