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1. Dallas Mavericks (3rd in West, 5th in NBA)
Who is new: Lamar Odom, Vince Carter, Delonte West
Why are they here: The two things that made them different last from year’s past were Tyson Chandler and JJ Barea, both of whom are gone. They replaced two good pieces with one, in Odom, but then made typical previous Mavericks’ moves in signing name players (Carter, West) who are likely going to be unproductive.
Most important player: Brandon Haywood and Roddy Beaubois. These are the two in charge of replacing Chandler and Barea. Best of luck.
Outlook: It appears by letting Chandler and Barea walk that the Mavs are sacrificing this year to make a big run at Deron Williams or Dwight Howard next year. They are still good enough to make a run at the west crown, but I just don’t see them going all the way this year.
2. Memphis Grizzlies (4th in West, 6th in NBA)
Who is new: Josh Selby
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