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Justin Anderson: 5 things to know about the player the Sixers traded Nerlens Noel for

The Sixers made a trade Thursday, sending center Nerlens Noel to the Dallas Mavericks in exchange for guard Justin Anderson and two second-round picks.

Here are five things you need to know about Anderson.

He didn't play in Dallas: Anderson has not really had a chance to develop with the Mavericks. Anderson averaged just 11.8 minutes last season for the Mavericks, and played only slight more this season, averaging 13.9 minutes. He is averaging 6.5 points and 2.9 rebounds this season in 51 games. He has started only 11 games in two seasons for the Mavericks.