Shooting guard John Jenkins knew the numbers – that the Dallas Mavericks would end up cutting at least one player with a guaranteed salary – but never considered himself to be competing for a roster spot.
“I came here competing for minutes,” Jenkins said. “I knew if I played my game, I wouldn’t be in any discussion about making the team. My skill level is there and I work hard. That speaks for itself. I’m coming for minutes.”
As the biggest bright spot of the Mavs’ winless preseason, Jenkins has indeed removed himself from any conversations about the final few roster spots.