The Dallas Mavericks waived guard Kemba Walker, the team announced Friday morning. Dallas now has one open roster spot and a path for its younger guards to get more playing time.
Walker signed with Dallas on Nov. 29 and appeared in nine games with the Mavericks, averaging 8.0 points, 1.8 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game on 42.1 percent shooting overall and 25 percent from three. According to reports, the move is happening because Walker’s contract is guaranteed tomorrow and the team would rather give more playing time to young guards McKinley Wright and Jaden Hardy.