Will the Mavericks re-sign a key veteran?
The Dallas Mavericks roster currently stands at 15 NBA contracts, but rumors suggest the team is still interested in bringing back Markieff Morris. According to NBA insider Marc Stein, AJ Lawson is the “most vulnerable player” if Dallas decides to make room for Morris on the roster.
Lawson, who was initially on a two-way contract, impressed the Mavericks enough to earn an NBA contract during the 2023-24 season. At just 24 years old, Lawson has shown significant potential. So why would Dallas consider bringing back Morris instead of retaining Lawson?
Markieff Morris’ Impact on the Mavericks
The Mavericks recently concluded their NBA Summer League campaign, where several young players highlighted Morris’s pivotal leadership role. Despite averaging only 8.3 minutes per game during the 2023-24 season, the 34-year-old Morris was praised for his influence and mentorship.
Morris appears to be interested in rejoining the Mavericks, even recruiting his brother Marcus to Dallas. This suggests Morris’s commitment to the team, as he likely wouldn’t be advocating for his brother’s move if he intended to sign elsewhere.
Although adding both Markieff and Marcus would complicate the Mavericks’ roster situation, the team seems keen on re-signing Markieff.
AJ Lawson’s Potential
Lawson’s potential makes this decision challenging for Dallas. He has shown promise as a reliable NBA player and still has room for growth, which is why the Mavericks converted his contract last season.
As the Mavericks prepare for the 2024-25 season, the situation between Markieff Morris and AJ Lawson will be closely monitored. The team’s final decision will reflect their priorities between veteran leadership and developing young talent.
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