3 Studs, 2 duds from Mavericks' first Summer League victory over Celtics

Dallas Mavericks, Olivier-Maxence Prosper
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1 . Stud - Olivier-Maxence Prosper

Last on the list is Mavs' 2023-24 rookie Olivier-Maxence Prosper. The Mavs forward can move on the team's roster if he does what is needed.

This shouldn't be an issue if he keeps playing well in the Summer League. He had his best game Friday against the Celtics. Prosper scored 22 points on 57 percent shooting. He was also the only player at halftime to have scored in double figures.

Prosper also played with a ton of aggression, as he wasn't afraid to fight for rebounds down low. He also demonstrated this on the offensive end, as the former rookie threw it down for a couple of dunks.

His development will play a key role in deciding the team's outlook next season.

For starters, he must demonstrate progress. Prosper did this on Friday. He struggled to get things going Wednesday, scoring 11 points and shooting 25 percent overall. This was a different outlook Friday, as he improved his points and shooting percentage.

Prosper must now play well in the team's final summer game if he hopes to make the Mavs' roster.

Dallas will now have plenty of decisions to make once the Summer League ends on Saturday.

Stay tuned as the team looks to get their second win today.

For more updates on Olivier-Maxence Prosper and Dallas Mavericks basketball, stay plugged in as we will have you covered.

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