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It's almost draft day in the NBA. The Dallas Mavericks might not have had any playoff action to get stuck into this offseason, but there's plenty of draft talk to be had. Dallas has a handful of picks in the 2026 NBA draft, including the No. 9 pick, and needs...

DHJ Quick Take: The Case for Labaron Philon as the Dallas Mavericks' Hidden Gem at No. 9 Labaron Philon is mocked behind several guards in a deep 2026 class, but his production and well-rounded skill set make him a strong fit for the Dallas Mavericks at the ninth pick. Why...

DHJ Quick Take: Masai Ujiri’s Arrival Signals a Bold, Plus-Size Draft Philosophy at No. 9 The Masai Ujiri Identity Shift: The blockbuster hiring of Masai Ujiri as team president instantly establishes a clear, structural blueprint for the franchise. Renowned for prioritizing elite positional length, raw physical size, and high-intensity defense,...