The Dallas Mavericks have won 17 of their first 24 games this season. Luka Doncic is fueling the charge, but Delon Wright has been an important piece of the success. Here is why fans should be thankful that the Mavs traded for the 27-year-old.
Early years
Delon Wright was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. He went to Leuzinger High School. Russell Westbrook also attended the school. Wright led the basketball team to the California state championship and he was named CIF Southern Section Division 1A Player of the Year in 2010.