DALLAS — While he likely won’t assume a major role during his rookie season with the Dallas Mavericks after signing a two-way contract last month, former Baylor standout Johnathan Motley feels he can make an immediate impact by playing with a high motor when he is giving an opportunity by coach Rick Carlisle.
The 6-foot-10 Motley went untaken in June’s NBA Draft after three stellar seasons at Baylor came to an abrupt end with a torn meniscus to conclude his final collegiate campaign. Prior to the injury, he averaged 17.3 points, 9.9 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.1 blocks per game during his junior season with the Bears, earning consensus All-American second-team honors in the process.