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Mavericks Free Agent Possibility<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0 With the Dallas Mavericks finishing at .500 for the first time in 14 years (1999), it’s clear that they may need some help this year through free agency. \u00a0Mark Cuban is continuing to promote his philosophy that the team’s time is now. \u00a0<\/b>Mark is notorious for being a bit brash and is one of the NBA’s most outspoken owners, but this time I think he is right. \u00a0The Mavericks franchise superstar, Dirk Nowitzki, put in another stellar performance this year by putting up 17 PPG and 7 RPG. \u00a0At the age of 34, it is clear he is no longer capable of single-handedly carrying a team throughout the playoffs, but he is still a key contributor on any playoff team. \u00a0With rumors swirling that Dirk is willing to take a pay cut, now is the time for the Mavericks to make a blockbuster move. \u00a0Looking at the Mavs depth chart, it shapes up like this for the time being: <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Dallas Mavericks Depth Chart – 2012-13<\/span><\/h4>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n

PG<\/b><\/td>\nSG<\/b><\/td>\nSF<\/b><\/td>\nPF<\/b><\/td>\nC<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Collison<\/td>\nMayo<\/td>\nMarion<\/td>\nNowitzki<\/td>\nKaman<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
James<\/td>\nMorrow<\/td>\nCarter<\/td>\nBrand<\/td>\nWright<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Beaubois<\/td>\n<\/td>\nCrowder<\/td>\n<\/td>\nJames<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

\u00a0 Now, clearly this isn’t a bad <\/span>team, but it isn’t a team that raises many eyebrows. \u00a0That is why I think the Mavericks should pursue Center Andrew Bynum.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Overall plan\u00a0<\/strong>– I feel that the Mavericks need to take advantage of this weak draft and make a strong draft selection that can contribute from the start. \u00a0You can see that they are weak at PG and SG. \u00a0Darren Collison had a disappointing year after he kicked off the season with a super start. \u00a0OJ Mayo could be on his way out of Dallas, but I would recommend them resigning him. \u00a0I see a good fit being Syracuse PG Michael Carter-Williams (Mavericks possess the 12th pick). \u00a0MCW brings a lot of things to the table for a point guard and can contribute (and possibly start) at the beginning of the year. \u00a0He brings size and court vision but will need to improve his jump shot to be truly effective. \u00a0This leaves a lot of cap space to pursue Bynum. \u00a0Bynum was a dominant big with the Lakers when he played, but he missed this season for the 76ers due to injuries (or so they say). \u00a0I have never been huge on Bynum, but I do feel like he is a good fit after having played in the Western Conference. \u00a0The Mavs are perfectly set up with good-character veterans who can keep him under control. \u00a0On the court, he and Dirk would prove to be a dominant combination. \u00a0This is somewhat similar to the current Utah Jazz situation. \u00a0With Dirk being able to knock down jump shots, he would spread the floor and allow Bynum to operate in the paint where he is most comfortable. \u00a0I see Dirk having 2 more truly good seasons left in him before the Mavericks blow it up. \u00a0With some talented rookies and Bynum as a seasoned veteran, this could be a dangerous team for quite some time.<\/span><\/p>\n

Other options<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Jarrett Jack – He would be more highly considered if not for the fact that he has openly expressed interest in staying with the Warriors. \u00a0A true breakout season arose from him this year while backing up Steph Curry.<\/span><\/p>\n

J.J Hickson – The Blazers’ big man had a strong season in which he averaged a double-double. \u00a0This would be a quality, financially smart move for the Mavs.<\/span><\/p>\n

Tony Allen – An amazing defender and stellar athlete, Allen is a specialist of sorts. \u00a0I see him staying with the Grizzlies past this season, but if not, you can definitely look for the Mavericks to be in the race to sign him.<\/span><\/p>\n

By Jackson McNally<\/p>\n

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