The Mavericks front office is an intriguing one, starting with owner Mark Cuban, who is probably one of the best owners in professional sports. At times, he can be annoying with his slighted remarks and condescending attitude, along with his desperate need for stardom and media attention. I heard a rumor on the radio today that he might be on the hit reality show, Dancing with the Stars. I am going to watch and set the DVR so that when I have a bad day, I can turn it on and laugh my ass off.
According to 103.3FM ESPN Radio, Donnie Nelson announced Tuesday that Reyshawn Terry will be playing this coming season in Greece. Terry will play one year for Aris in Greece, with hopes of having a spot on the Mavericks’ roster next year. The Mavs don’t want to surrender their rights to him, but there just isn’t a spot on the roster this year.
More details as they become available.
It’s an interesting quandry that the Mavs will face this season. Erick Dampier has been a disappointment ever since he relocated to Dallas. His contract is far too bloated for his performance. And, let’s face it, once Shaq calls you a girl, there’s not a whole heck of a lot you can say or do in response.
On a positive note, Damp did show some improvement in the 2006-2007 season, providing rebounds and defense in spurts. Come playoff time, though, it was Dampier and Terry who seemed to disappear into uselessness. Diop and Harris both contributed sorely needed energy to the team. They proved to be the only players somewhat capable of keeping pace with the Golden State Warriors.
Is it really an issue of toughness? Or is it coaching? This is another question mark brought up in the media. I have read some comments that say Avery is in the “hot seat” this year. There are comparisons between Avery and Nelson, and Avery and Poppavich.
Avery obviously wants to emulate what the Spurs are doing. After all, the Spurs win championships. And they do it by playing fundamentally sound basketball.
Nellie-ball won’t take any team to the championship and neither will Steve Nash-ball. It’s a proven fact.
I was visiting a local mavericks blog, Mavelous, and was inspired to capitalize off of Jake and his readers’ comment momentum on the argument of whether the Mavs are tough enough. Jake referred to some ridiculous article on Hoopsworld about how the Mavs should consider signing Charles Oakley, implying he would bring toughness and veteran leadership, which in my opinion is absolutely absurd.
The point of Jake’s post is that humiliation brings toughness, and toughness isn’t taught. He made some valid points, although the Marines seem to be pretty tough and they’re taught and trained to have a tough mindset. I agree with him on most points – especially that Oakley is a 42 year-old has been… i.e. not the solution the Mavs are looking for.
There is a lot of speculation that James Posey, PJ Brown, and Chris Webber are all possible candidates to be role players for the Dallas Mavericks. Although I don’t agree with the thought process, as a Mavericks fan, there is nothing else to do except hope for the best.
It’s obvious the Mavs are ripping a couple of pages out of the Spurs, Lakers , and Heat off season strategy – surround the core with some experienced playoff-proven players and hope they gel as a team. I still believe the way to go is to get a big two guard who can get 12-16 points a game, a couple of steals and boards, and make some hustle plays.
Eddie Jones, the newest addition to the Dallas Mavericks, will be announced on Monday. But why Eddie Jones – a 35 year old has been? I don’t have a clue and I don’t think the Mavs’ front office does either.
Why don’t these formally usable and talented NBA vets retire with some dignity? Austin Croshere signed with the Golden State Warriors today. I personally thought he was a good solid backup for Dirk. I am not mad we didn’t re-sign him, but it is obvious our bench, which is known for its depth, seems to be getting younger and less experienced or way too old.
