They might be interesting this season.
They acquired 3rd pick on Draft Luka Dončić and with some more players they can fight for Playoffs.
Since they have space in cap salary, they can sign one Center, even maybe Cousins or Capela.
Starting five: Dennis Smith Jr., Luka Dončić, Wesley Mathews, Harrison Barnes, Center
On bench they would have: JJ Barea, Dirk Nowitzki, Nerlens Noel...
Interesting team to watch next season
Surprised that someone here is interested in Dallas Mavericks. I followed this team since 2003 and always updated at some of the happenings in the squad.
As far as the latest rumor is concern, some of the names that they might get this summer is DeMarcus Cousins and DeAndre Jordan. Clint Capela is just an option because it will depend on Rockets marketing as in the first place, they really want to retain Capela. But the story will changed if Rockets will really target Paul George or LeBron James. Well let's just see the progress.
Cousins on the other hand still will not seen on action during the early phase of the season so still Mavs aren't sure if they will take the shot of this guy as part of rebuilding process. They need more young guys to fulfill their first squad. Smith Jr. able to make good stats last season as a rookie and I see he will be one of the future face of the Maveriks. On the other hand, Im hoping that Doncic will do the same or much even better.
Well, I must say I miss them all these years. They were strugling last couple seasons and that was hard to watch.., At least they got good place at Nba Lottery which enabled them to get good pick (Dončić)
Also, Dončić is from my area so I will start following Mavs much often from now. I hope they sign some good Center and complete squad.
And looks like they are really aiming for a good center. They are already complete there. Just lacking with the defense specially on the paint area. That must not be left blank at all times. There should be someone to substitute out there just so the other team will know there is a good defender inside for making them doubt to go in.
Is Dirk still playing this year?