The Mavericks opened training camp this week and held media day Friday, with the rest of the team giving interviews about next season after Luka Doncic addressed reporters Wednesday and Kyrie Irving on Thursday.
Doncic expressed optimism over his connection with Irving and the Mavericks’ roster retooling and gave an update on a lingering left thigh issue, while Irving revealed why re-signing with Dallas as a free agent was never in doubt.
Here are some clips of what players had to say Friday, two days before they embark on an overseas trip to play the Minnesota Timberwolves in Abu Dhabi and an exhibition game against Real Madrid.
Grant Williams
Grant Williams describes how he can be a vocal leader despite being new to the Mavs. “I’m a goofball at heart,” but when it’s time to be serious it’s time to be serious. pic.twitter.com/AogSzqg7pt
— Brad Townsend (@townbrad) September 29, 2023
Maxi Kleber
Seth Curry
Third-time Maverick Seth Curry was asked if he can re-capture the chemistry he had before with Doncic.
“Yeah, I can make shots and Luka can still pass. Pretty simple.” pic.twitter.com/mL6KwnTtpr
— Brad Townsend (@townbrad) September 29, 2023
Seth on if he ever beat his older brother, Steph, in 1-on-1:
“I did, and I still do.”
— Greg McKenna (@McKennaGregjed) September 29, 2023
After Seth Curry was traded from the Mavs last time, he continued to maintain his home in North Texas, so even though he’s played for 8 NBA teams this truly feels more like home.
“That definitely played a part in me coming back,” he says.
— Brad Townsend (@townbrad) September 29, 2023
Josh Green
With an Oct. 23 deadline for reaching a deal on a contract extension, I asked Josh Green if he has to compartmentalize his emotions while negotiations continue behind the scenes. pic.twitter.com/3XKI96WoS5
— Brad Townsend (@townbrad) September 29, 2023
Dwight Powell
Not surprisingly, a selfless answer from Dwight Powell when asked how he balances mentoring Dereck Lively II while competing with him for minutes. pic.twitter.com/OsYxXqpAtt
— Brad Townsend (@townbrad) September 29, 2023
Dwight Powell talks about the importance of younger members of the team being able to go to the Middle East for the first time. Then confirms Luka will be key to showing the team around Madrid.
And yes, he’s been on a camel. pic.twitter.com/egED8KnxRJ— Greg McKenna (@McKennaGregjed) September 29, 2023