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P.J. Washington #25 of the Dallas Mavericks dunks during the first half against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena on March 15, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio.
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How P.J. Washington At Center Unlocked The Dallas Mavericks’ Small-Ball Attack Against Cleveland Cavaliers

Jason Kidd had a problem heading into Sunday's rematch against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Daniel Gafford was resting, Dereck Lively II was out for the season, and the Dallas Mavericks had just been physically dominated at home two nights earlier. His solution was unconventional, starting 6-foot-7 P.J. Washington at center, but it was...