Dallas Mavericks Dilemma: Who Should Be the Sixth Man?

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Feb 7, 2017; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Yogi Ferrell (11) reacts during the second half against the Portland Trail Blazers at the American Airlines Center. The Trail Blazers defeat the Mavericks 114-113. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports /

Yogi Ferrell

Yogimania may have died down a little bit since his offensive explosion versus the Trail Blazers, but he is still putting up great numbers as the Mavs starting point guard. After releasing Deron Williams, Rick Carlisle and the Mavs threw their support behind Yogi as the Mavs full-time starter. He has done an exceptional job so far, averaging 12.5 points, 5.1 assists, and 3.1 rebounds per game. His long range shooting, penetration in the paint, and facilitating has given the Mavs a lift at point guard. He is also a tenacious defender, despite his short stature.

However, when looking at the Mavs options, there is a strong case for bringing Yogi off the bench. He simply isn’t quite as impactful as some of Dallas’ other players. Curry has been electric shooting the ball, Dirk is Dirk, and Noel adds an element to the defensive side of the ball that makes the Mavs a pain to play against.

Yogi certainly has exceeded expectations since signing a ten day contract earlier this year, but his long term outlook is likely as a solid back-up point guard, and if push comes to shove he could fill that role now rather than later. The decision will really hinge upon whether Carlisle trusts Seth Curry with primary ball-handling duties.

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