The Mavericks will have to retool their roster, almost in its entirety, once again this summer. Before they can begin their efforts in earnest, they have to deal with the elephant in the room: Monta Ellis. Everything hinges on whether the mercurial shooting guard chooses to exercise his player option to stay with the team, making almost $9 million next season, or test the waters of free agency in search of a bigger paycheck. He has until June 24th to make that decision.
Most expect Ellis to opt out and look for a raise.