What is the Dallas Mavericks' Starting Lineup?
The Mavs' starting five is currently in flux because of injuries, but they still have a starting lineup and a roster that is capable of delivering solid basketball nightly.
Point Guard: Brandon Williams
The Mavericks have shifted Spencer Dinwiddie to the bench, which has allowed Brandon Williams to take over as the starting point guard. Significantly, the young guard is getting his first real opportunity to shine as a starter. This lets Dinwiddie operate with the second team to give them some advantage when the starters are resting.
Shooting Guard: Klay Thompson
Klay Thompson seems to be the only player who has avoided the serious injury bug. He is also one of the best shooters of all time. While he is not quite the same player he was during his "Splash Brothers" days with Stephen Curry, Thompson is still dangerous and can make any shot from beyond the arc. Expect him to be a major factor down the stretch.
Small Forward: P.J. Washington
P.J. Washington has been dealing with a minor injury. Yet, he has remained one of the biggest threats in this offense. Washington averages 14 points and 8.1 rebounds per game and has often been the leading scorer this season. Assuming he stays healthy, expect Washington to be a focal part of this offense.
Power Forward Anthony Davis
Anthony Davis has been upgraded to "questionable" as he recovers from his thigh injury. Unfortunately, he has played just one game for the Mavs but hopes to become a fixture as they attempt to make a late-season push to make the play-in for a chance to compete for an opportunity at the playoffs.
Center: Kai Jones
With all the injuries, Kai Jones has recently gotten a chance to be the starting center. While Anthony Davis might eventually reclaim the starting center spot (when he is not at power forward). So far, Jones is averaging 3.5 points per game and will look to improve upon that as he fills a huge void.
Who is on the Dallas Mavericks’ Bench?
Because of a rash of early-season injuries, the Mavs' bench players have often been their starters. Injuries have impacted the Mavs more than any other West team aside from the Los Angeles Clippers, but Dallas has gotten through it quite nicely -- a testament to the work done by general manager Nico Harrison in building a roster with interchangeable parts.
The Mavs' depth chart has been tested more than any team this season. When Davis returns, it will likely shift Jones back to the bench. Even then, the Mavericks don't have nearly the same bench they had last season. Max Christie and Naji Marshall are the best players coming off the bench.
Who Is the Mavericks’ 6th Man?
At this point, Max Christie assumes the role with Daniel Gafford and Dereck Lively out due to long-term injuries. So far, Christie is averaging 9.5 points per game.
Get to Know the Dallas Mavericks Front Office
Mark Cuban sold his shares, and it seemed as if he had no control over the decision to trade Luka Doncic to the Lakers. Nico Harrison assumed that responsibility, and he currently leads the charge in Dallas management.
| Position | Staff Member |
| General Manager | Nico Harrison |
| Head Coach | Jason Kidd |
| Associate Head Coach | Darrell Armstrong |
Who Is the Mavericks' Head Coach?
Kidd is a Hall of Fame player turned coach. Prior to leading the Mavs, he also coached the Brooklyn Nets and Milwaukee Bucks and was an assistant coach on the 2020 Los Angeles Lakers team that won the NBA championship. He racked up 17,529 points and 11,801 assists over a 20-year playing career.
Who Is the Mavericks’ General Manager?
Nico Harrison is the Mavs' GM. Harrison is a former Nike executive who spent 19 years at the company and grew close to several NBA players before he moved into a front-office role with the Mavs in 2021.
Dallas Mavericks FAQs
Patrick Dumont is the controlling owner of the Dallas Mavericks. He assumed control of the Mavericks in November 2023, when he bought most of Mark Cuban's shares. Cuban had previously owned the Mavericks since 2000 and remains involved on a limited basis.
With Anthony Davis and Dereck Lively II sidelined, the Mavs' most recent starting lineup featured Spencer Dinwiddie, Klay Thompson, P.J. Washington, Anthony Davis, and Kai Jones. Naji Marshall will likely shift into the spot if Davis does not play tonight.
P.J. Washington is leading the Mavericks in scoring, averaging 14 points per game.
At full strength, the Mavs' starting five lineup is Kyrie Irving, Klay Thompson, P.J. Washington, Derreck Lively, and Anthony Davis.
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