The Dallas Mavericks went into last offseason seeking a little more defense, toughness, and rebounding, without sacrificing perimeter shooting. They were able to find it in Grant Williams. Without the cap space to sign Williams outright, the Mavericks were able to swing a three-way trade with the Boston Celtics and San Antonio Spurs. Williams signed a four-year, $54 million deal with the Celtics and was then shipped to the Mavericks in exchange for a bundle of second round picks. The Spurs received Reggie Bullock and a 2030 pick swap with Dallas.
Williams is the perfect role player for a team with playoff aspirations and a proven postseason performer.