The Dallas Mavericks are entering uncharted waters after one of the most seismic trades in franchise history—sending Luka Doncic to the Lakers for Anthony Davis and Max Christie. While the decision to trade a generational talent like Luka was controversial, it reflects the organization’s urgency to retool around Davis and Kyrie Irving for a championship push.
Pairing Davis and Irving give the Mavericks one of the most potent duos in the league, but their roster can still be improved regarding depth at the guard and wing positions. Dallas must act aggressively on the buyout market to maximize this duo’s potential.
With Anthony Davis’s injury concerns and Kyrie Irving’s need for consistent support, the Mavericks need role players who can step up under pressure and complement their stars. Let’s dive into the best candidates who can help the Mavericks become a legitimate threat in the West.
1. Malcolm Brogdon
Malcolm Brogdon, currently a player who doesn’t belong on the Washington Wizards due to the team’s tanking efforts, brings a much-needed steady hand to the Mavericks’ backcourt. With Kyrie Irving being a high-usage scorer, Brogdon’s ability to control the tempo and facilitate offense could help balance the Mavericks’ offense.
His experience as a former Sixth Man of the Year and efficient scorer—he’s averaging 13.1 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 4.0 assists this season—makes him an ideal secondary playmaker. Defensively, Brogdon’s versatility would bolster the Mavericks’ perimeter defense, which has been inconsistent this season.
At 6’5″, he has the size to guard multiple positions and would help stabilize a backcourt that often struggles against bigger guards. Given the Mavericks’ desire to contend immediately, Brogdon’s veteran presence and playoff experience make him a perfect fit.
2. Bruce Brown
Bruce Brown, now on the New Orleans Pelicans after the Brandon Ingram trade, offers the Mavericks an invaluable combination of toughness, defense, and versatility. Brown would add grit to a Mavericks team that could use more defensive-minded role players. His averages of 8.4 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 1.6 assists might not jump off the page, but his ability to do the little things would be a game-changer for Dallas.
On offense, Brown thrives in a complementary role. With Kyrie and AD commanding most of the attention, Brown’s ability to capitalize on open looks and finish in the paint would be a seamless fit.
The Mavericks need more role players who don’t demand the ball but can thrive in the system, and Brown’s experience with contenders like the Nuggets has proven he can elevate his play in the playoffs.
3. Bojan Bogdanovic
Bojan Bogdanovic would bring much-needed scoring and shooting to the Mavericks’ lineup. With Kyrie Irving and Anthony Davis as the focal points, Bogdanovic’s ability to space the floor and knock down shots at a high clip makes him an ideal complementary piece.
Despite not playing this season, he’s a proven scorer, and his career averages suggest he can give the Mavericks 15–20 points per game in a consistent role. Adding a forward with Bogdanovic’s offensive polish would take a lot of pressure off the stars to generate offense in every possession.
Defensively, while Bogdanovic isn’t a stopper, his size and positioning allow him to hold his own against most forwards. For the Mavericks, who often struggle to find consistent production from the wing, Bogdanovic fills a strong role.
4. Seth Curry
A reunion with Seth Curry would be a great move for the Mavericks. As one of the best shooters in the league, Curry would thrive playing alongside Kyrie Irving and Anthony Davis, benefitting from the open looks their presence would create.
His shooting percentages (46.4% from three this season) remain elite, and he would provide a consistent floor-spacing threat off the bench. Dallas needs more reliable shooting to open up the floor for Davis in the post, and Curry is a proven fit for that role, having already played successfully in Dallas in the past.
With the Mavericks lacking consistent bench scoring, Curry would be a low-cost, high-reward addition to a team looking to maximize its offensive potential. Currently on the struggling Charlotte Hornets, Seth could be a buyout candidate.
5. Josh Richardson
Josh Richardson would bring two things the Mavericks desperately need: defense and flexibility. Even if he is exiting his prime as he approaches 32 years old, Richardson would immediately upgrade Dallas’s perimeter defense, which is crucial in a conference filled with elite scorers.
He has already spent time with the Mavericks earlier in his career and understands the demands of playing in Dallas. While his offensive numbers this season (4.0 points, 1.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists) are modest, Richardson’s ability to hit timely shots and provide energy on both ends makes him a valuable rotation piece.
Richardson also fits well in lineups alongside Kyrie and AD because of his low-maintenance style of play. He doesn’t need the ball to be effective, thriving as a slasher and catch-and-shoot option.
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