Dereck Lively, The Mavericks
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Mavericks center Dereck Lively II recently underwent surgery to clean up bone spurs in his right foot, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line. Lively was seen in a walking boot following the procedure but has since moved out of it.
Mark Cuban wants Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II to shoot threes in 2025-26, possibly changing the teams' offensive identity.
The deal keeps the Mavericks’ vaunted frontcourt trio of Gafford, Dereck Lively II and Anthony Davis together for the foreseeable future.
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The Cold Wire on MSNMark Cuban Reveals Major Change For Mavericks' Offense Next SeasonDuring his first two years in the NBA, Dereck Lively II has become an important part of the Dallas Mavericks‘ roster. Last season, he posted 8.7 points and 7.5 rebounds per game before getting hurt and having to sit out for months.
The Dallas Mavericks have been active this offseason since selecting Cooper Flagg with the No. 1 pick at the NBA draft. They’ve signed Daniel Gafford to a contract extension, solidifying their frontcourt depth with Anthony Davis and Dereck Lively II.