NBA Trade Rumors Roundup January 15th: Celtics still chasing Anthony Davis, Dennis Smith Jr. trade and more

Cleveland Cavaliers v New Orleans Pelicans
Cleveland Cavaliers v New Orleans Pelicans

Mavericks look to trade Dennis Smith Jr.

Dallas Mavericks v Phoenix Suns
Dallas Mavericks v Phoenix Suns

ESPN is reporting that the Dallas Mavericks are set to part with their 2017 first round draft pick, Dennis Smith Jr:

The Dallas Mavericks are escalating talks to trade guard Dennis Smith Jr., pushing to end a partnership that has run its course for both the franchise and former first-round pick. Two teams in pursuit of a point guard, Phoenix (Suns) and Orlando (Magic) have been active in talks with the Maverick... Dallas has also searched for deals that would include veteran Wes Matthews, who is making $18.6 million in the final year of his contract

Smith has not featured in the Mavericks last three games, and for the 18/19 season, the 21-year-old is averaging 12.6 points, 3.9 assists and 2.4 rebounds per game. Smith is contracted to the Mavericks until 2022, although Smith's role on the team has decreased since the arrival of Luka Doncic.

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