Trade Breakdown: DAL - SAS

Mavs: J. Poeltl

They get the shot-blocking big man they need to make a deep postseason run. It was their one weakness last year, and they eliminate it with the addition of Poeltl.

Spurs: D. Powell, 2026 FRP (from DAL, Top-5 protected)

They get an expiring contract and a lightly protected first in exchange for Poeltl.

Trade Breakdown: DAL - UTA

Mavs: J. Clarkson, R. Gay

They recoup some of the ball handling they lost when Brunson left and add a stretch 4 to the roster.

Jazz: D. Bertans, J. Green, J. Hardy, 2028 FRP (from DAL, Top-3 protected)

They get a couple of young players and a very valuable, lightly protected future first round pick.

Mavericks Lineup -

Starters: Luka, Dinwiddie, DFS, Wood, Poeltl

Bench: Clarkson, THJ, Bullock, Kleber, McGee