Mavericks Waive Tyus Jones in Rebuild Move

The Dallas Mavericks waived veteran point guard Tyus Jones on Saturday, creating roster space as part of their ongoing rebuild efforts following a major trade deadline deal that sent Anthony Davis to the Washington Wizards.

The move, reported by NBA insiders Marc Stein and Shams Charania, allows the 29-year-old Jones to enter the buyout market and potentially join a playoff contender before Sunday's deadline, preserving his postseason eligibility under league rules. Jones, an 11-year NBA veteran, appeared in eight games for Dallas after the trade, making two starts and averaging 3.9 points and 3.8 assists in 16.6 minutes per game. His brief stint with the Mavericks reflected limited playing time amid the team's shift toward younger talent.

Acquired in a complex three-team trade on February 5 that also involved the Orlando Magic and Charlotte Hornets, Jones was one of four players Dallas received in exchange for Davis and others, including Malaki Branham. The deal, which included nine players overall, marked a clear pivot for the Mavericks toward future development. Jones had signed a one-year, $7 million contract with Orlando in the 2025 offseason but averaged just 3.1 points...