Dallas Mavericks
Western Conference · Southwest Division
GM: Nico Harrison
Roster grades based on player performance, contract value, and fan sentiment.
Fan Verdict
Grade this team's roster:
18
Players
6
Transactions
15
Contracts Graded
*(15 active roster + 2 two-way contracts)
Contract Value Index
The Dallas Mavericks are getting outstanding value across the roster, earning a A+ CVI grade across 15 contracts evaluated. 14 contracts grade as positive value (B+ or better), while 0 fall below fair market value. The front office has demonstrated strong financial discipline, finding value throughout the roster. With cap space well-allocated, the team has flexibility for future moves and mid-season upgrades. Of 18 total rostered players, 15 have contracts eligible for CVI evaluation. This is one of the best-managed payrolls in the NBA, positioning the franchise well for sustained success.
Team Performance
The Dallas Mavericks roster grades as average overall, earning a C+ Performance grade based on 18 graded players. The roster lacks an elite-graded performer, which limits the team's ceiling in a star-driven league. 6 players grade as quality starters (B-range), 12 as rotation contributors (C-range), and 0 as depth or below (D/F-range). The roster profile is heavy on rotation-level talent, suggesting a team still searching for a true core. An active offseason with 6 moves shows the front office is aggressively reshaping the roster.
Fan & Media Sentiment
Fan and media sentiment around the Dallas Mavericks's offseason has been overwhelmingly negative, earning a F overall sentiment grade. Of 6 graded moves, 0 received positive reactions, 6 were mixed, and 0 drew negative sentiment. The most well-received move was the Placed G Miles Kelly on waivers. acquisition, which earned a C sentiment grade. The most criticized move was the Jeremiah Robinson-Earl transaction, which received a C sentiment grade. There is widespread concern among fans about the team's direction and decision-making.
Transactions (6)
Dallas Mavericks release Placed G Miles Kelly on waivers.
Placed G Miles Kelly on waivers.
Dallas Mavericks release Tyus Jones
Tyus Jones
Dallas Mavericks sign Acquired G AJ Johnson, Fs Khris Middleton and Marv
Acquired G AJ Johnson, Fs Khris Middleton and Marv
Dallas Mavericks acquire G AJ Johnson, Fs Khris Middleton and Marvin Bagley III, and draft considerations via trade
AJ Johnson, Fs Khris Middleton and Marvin Bagley III, and draft considerations (G)
Dallas Mavericks sign Jeremiah Robinson-
Jeremiah Robinson-
Dallas Mavericks sign F Jeremiah Robinson-Earl
Jeremiah Robinson-Earl (F)
Roster (18)
| Name | # | POS | Exp | College | CVI | Perf |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Daniel Gafford | 21 | C | 6 | Arkansas | B- | B- |
 Dereck Lively II | 2 | C | 2 | Duke | D+ | C |
 Dwight Powell | 7 | C | 11 | Stanford | C+ | C+ |
 Moussa Cisse | 30 | C | 0 | Memphis | -- | C- |
 Marvin Bagley III | 35 | PF | 7 | Duke | A | B- |
 P.J. Washington | 25 | PF | 6 | Kentucky | B | B- |
 Brandon Williams | 10 | PG | 3 | Arizona | C+ | C- |
 Kyrie Irving | 11 | PG | 14 | Duke | C- | B- |
 Ryan Nembhard | 9 | PG | 0 | Gonzaga | A | C |
 Caleb Martin | 16 | SF | 6 | Nevada | -- | C- |
 Cooper Flagg | 32 | SF | 0 | Duke | C- | C+ |
 Khris Middleton | 20 | SF | 13 | Texas A&M | D | C+ |
 Klay Thompson | 31 | SF | 14 | Washington State | D | C |
 Naji Marshall | 13 | SF | 5 | Xavier | B | B- |
 Tyler Smith | 23 | SF | -- | -- | C+ | C |
 AJ Johnson | 8 | SG | 1 | -- | C | C- |
J John Poulakidas | 1 | SG | -- | Yale | -- | C |
 Max Christie | 00 | SG | 3 | Michigan State | C | C+ |