The Dallas Mavericks aren't known for developing young talent. In past years, the team looked upon the draft flippantly, preferring to sign veteran free agents. A known talent was better than a gamble. Even Rick Carlisle has gained a reputation for not playing young players.
However, the old way of doing things appears to be changing. Be it out of a shifting mentality or out of necessity, the Mavericks are looking to build upon their young talent.
"We have to develop young players here," Carlisle said recently before the Mavs played the Los Angeles Lakers.