Summer league anticipation is real. After a few weeks without any real basketball to speak of, the opening weekend of the league’s summer showcase is always exceptionally exciting, even if the basketball is sometimes lacking.
In anticipation of each team having a high draft pick, the NBA granted a prime time slot to the Mavericks and Suns on Friday night. Here’s what to keep an eye out for in the first game for the Dallas Mavericks.
Who plays? Who sits?
The Mavericks have a rather interesting roster this time around, with at least two listed players in Dennis Smith and Luka Doncic who may not see any actual court time.