The Mavericks only had one pick in this summer’s NBA draft, and they used it on A.J. Hammons, a 24 year old senior coming out of Purdue. As a second round draft pick, if Hammons sees much playing time, it either means injuries or that he’s just THAT amazing. But, now that he’s made the team, he’ll have his chance to impress the coaches.
Will A.J. Hammons be ready to see the floor as a third, or even backup, center at any point this season? The question should be obvious. Hammons is a second round pick at a position where it can be very difficult to come in and play, especially for a coach like Rick Carlisle.