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End of an Era: The Dallas Mavericks have waived Dwight Powell

The Dallas Mavericks have made a significant roster move by waiving veteran forward Dwight Powell, marking the end of a 12-season tenure as the franchise’s longest-serving player. Powell, a key locker-room presence and community figure, averaged 6.5 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 1.0 assists in 17.3 minutes per game over his career with the team, while ranking among the Mavericks’ all-time leaders in field goal percentage, games played, and offensive rebounds.

His final season saw a slight decline in production, with 3.3 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 1.1 assists in 14.3 minutes per game, though he remained a reliable contributor in limited minutes. The move, announced by first-year team president Masai Ujiri, underscores a shift in the Mavericks’ direction under new leadership, as Powell’s departure leaves a void both on and off the court.

His resilience, leadership, and distinctive style—including a memorable tendency to absorb contact under the basket—will be missed by fans and teammates alike.

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