Last season, Tim Hardaway Jr.’s role with the Dallas Mavericks was in flux. He was a starter until he wasn’t. Then he was again. Former head coach Rick Carlisle tinkered with the lineups to get the most out of his rotation.
To his credit, Hardaway took it all in stride. Now, Carlisle is gone, and a new coaching staff in place. With it, Hardaway’s role is clearly defined. He is a starter because he says he’s a starter.
“He made the decision, I only asked him the question,” head coach Jason Kidd said with a smile.