Dallas Mavericks: 3 small forwards the team could still sign ahead of the 2019-20 NBA season

The Dallas Mavericks enter the 2019-20 season with the goal of making the playoffs. The team has missed on the postseason for three straight seasons, although the Mavs have recruited well over the past year, and now possess one of the best duos in the NBA in Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis.

Nevertheless, competition in the Western Conference is at an all-time high and the Mavs face a battle to sneak into the playoffs. While the overall roster is strong, the team lack some depth at forward, and the addition of a veteran body would help fuel their postseason push. So, with the 2019-20 season just weeks away, here are three free-agent forwards that the Mavs should target.

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#3 Luc Mbah a Moute

Luc Mbah a Moute enjoyed a notable one-year spell with the Houston Rockets

Just 12 months ago, Luc Mbah a Moute was widely regarded as one of the most underrated forwards in the NBA. The Cameroonian had played a vital role in the Houston Rockets' run to the 2018 Western Conference Finals, and his defensive work, in particular, was excellent.

Nevertheless, Mbah a Moute now finds himself without a team following an injury-hit season which concluded with the Clippers releasing him after just four appearances. While there are ongoing doubts regarding the condition of his right knee, Mbah a Moute should have at least a year of good basketball left following an extended rest.

The 33-year-old won't offer the same numbers as Justin Jackson or Tim Hardaway Jr., however, a young Mavs team already has plenty of offensive options and Mbah a Moute is a huge defensive upgrade over their current options. The veteran would also provide experience and leadership to a locker room that has recently lost Dirk Nowitzki, and overall, Mbah a Moute would be a great addition.

#2 Troy Williams

Troy Williams' NBA career has yet to take off, although the 24-year-old could be a solid addition to the Mavs

Troy Williams has yet to light up the NBA, although the 24-year-old still has plenty of raw potential. After going undrafted in the 2016 NBA draft, Williams has played just 72 regular-season games over spells with the Memphis Grizzlies, Houston Rockets, New York Knicks, and Sacramento Kings, averaging 6.0 points and 2.7 rebounds in 16.3 minutes.

Nevertheless, Williams notably lit up the G-League with the Rio Grande Valley Vipers, averaging 19.4 points and 5.7 rebounds, and the Virginia native is a much younger option than the other forwards currently available. Due to his age, Williams also has the potential to force himself into Luke Walton's long-term plans, and the Indiana product will be desperate to prove his doubters wrong after bouncing around the league over the past three seasons.

#1 Corey Brewer

Corey Brewer most recently spent time with the Sacramento Kings

Corey Brewer has never quite lived up to his early potential after being selected seventh overall in the 2007 NBA draft, although he has proved to be a solid backup option during his 12 seasons in the league. Despite turning 33 earlier this year, few players around the league offer as much energy and hustle as the Tennessee native, and Brewer should still have plenty in the tank after only playing sparingly during the past 18 months.

Despite seeing limited game time, Brewer has impressed during recent spells with the Oklahoma City Thunder, Philadelphia 76ers, and Sacramento Kings, and the veteran has worked hard to improve his perimeter shot. Brewer is a career 28% shooter from three-point range, although he managed to up his accuracy to 34% over spells with the Thunder and the Kings, and due to his all-around skill set and experience, Brewer would be a great addition to a Mavs team in need of an additional wing.