Dallas Mavericks rumors: Dwight Powell getting a three-year extension

Dallas Mavericks center Dwight Powell appears in line for a three-year contract extension with the team according to owner Mark Cuban.

Dallas Mavericks big man Dwight Powell just completed the best season of his NBA career. He averaged 10.6 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 1.5 assists in 21.6 minutes a night. Powell shot 59.7 percent from the field and 77.2 percent on his free throws.

He also threw down plenty of monster dunks like this one from their game against the Cavaliers on March 16.

There were questions about his future in Dallas, though. Powell has a $10.2 million player option for next season. He turns 28 this summer. Would accept his option and stay in Dallas or test the market looking for a long-term deal?

Nelson from exit interviews

The topic came up for GM Donnie Nelson during the Mavs exit interviews on Thursday. Here is what Nelson had to say courtesy of Brad Townsend.

The franchise clearly values Powell’s contributions. He is a stellar roll man for the second unit. Powell’s 3-point shooting also improved mightily down the stretch. Since Jan. 31 (the day the Mavericks traded for Kristaps Porzingis), Powell hit 40.6 percent of his 65 3-point attempts.

Cuban on Ben & Skin

Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban went on the Ben & Skin Show on April 11 to talk about Dirk and the Mavs. Fans can listen to his interview here.

During the chat, Cuban states that the team is planning on extending Dwight Powell for three years. The deal is still unofficial, so things could change. The details on the contract could have a significant impact on the Mavs cap space and free agency plans, so stay tuned.

Powell wants to be back

Dwight Powell declared his desire to stay in Dallas during his exit interview on Thursday. His contract situation does not look like anything to worry about going forward. It appears a deal will get done that suits all parties.

Final thoughts

Dallas Mavericks center Dwight Powell appears headed towards a contract extension this summer. He is coming off the best season of his career. Powell continues to improve. He is also one of the most active Mavs at doing charity work in Dallas.

Rounding out the Dallas Mavericks roster will be a significant topic of discussion this summer. They have the building blocks in Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis. What pieces will the team put around them this summer? How far will that group make it next season? The Mavs are hungry to return to the playoffs, so expect some movement this offseason.

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