The Dallas Mavericks are making moves, and D’Angelo Russell is firmly on their radar.
According to multiple reports, the Mavs are preparing a two-year, $12 million offer to sign the 29-year-old point guard, who most recently played for the Brooklyn Nets. Dallas, fresh off an NBA Finals run that fell just short, is looking to strengthen its bench and reduce the offensive load on Luka Dončić and Kyrie Irving.
Russell brings shot-making, ball-handling, and playoff experience. He’s played for several contenders, including the Lakers, Timberwolves, and Warriors, and while consistency has been a concern, his upside as a sixth man or starting-caliber fill-in is still high.
What makes this move smart for Dallas is its fit. Russell could run the second unit, offer relief minutes for Luka, and still slot in next to Kyrie in two-guard lineups when needed. The Mavericks’ offense thrives when multiple creators are on the floor, and Russell gives them another option to keep things flowing when Luka sits.
For Russell, Dallas offers a chance to re-establish his value on a winning team. He averaged 15.3 points and 6.1 assists last season while shooting over 39% from three—a strong mark in today’s game. If he can find a rhythm in a defined role, this could be a mutually beneficial deal.
The West isn’t getting any easier. If Dallas wants to stay in the title mix, it can’t rely solely on stars. Russell could be the kind of low-cost, high-reward addition that helps push them over the edge.