Dallas Mavericks sign Donte Ingram to a deal

The Dallas Mavericks have made another move, this time adding NCAA Tournament Final Four competitor, Donte Ingram, who played for Loyola University of Chicago. Ingram played four years of college ball and signed an Exhibit 10 contract with Dallas.

The Dallas Mavericks must have been watching the NCAA Tournament earlier this year, because they have decided to bring on one of the most entertaining players from the entire tournament. After the Loyola Ramblers made an unprecedented run all the way to the Final Four, the team earned celebrity status for many reasons.

Although Donte Ingram was not the top player for the Loyola team, he was a key contributor to their success, playing and starting in all 38 games for the team throughout the year. His career averages during his four years at Loyola were 9.1 points, 5.1 rebounds and 1.1 assists per game, but those averages were much higher in just his last two years of college ball.

Ingram is not likely to earn a roster spot with the Mavs, as essentially every spot on the 15-man roster is now held by a guaranteed contract player. Ingram could find a way to snag a spot if he plays really well in training camp, but I believe the possibilities are slim.

That said, Ingram did sign a very unique deal with Dallas called an “Exhibit 10” deal. This is a new deal brought about by the new CBA for teams with G-League affiliates. Basically, Ingram could convert his new contract into a two-way contract if the Mavs allow it. If they do not offer it, Ingram can still sigh with the Texas Legends and receive a bonus based on this deal.

Donte Ingram was an important part to the Loyola Ramblers back in March, but he will need to do a lot to become an important player for the Dallas Mavericks this season. For now, don’t count on Ingram being any part of Dallas’ plans going forward.