Rumor: Mavs Might Cut Tyler Dorsey

When Tyler Dorsey signed a two-way contract with the Dallas Mavericks over the summer, he was leaving nearly four times the money he could’ve made in Europe on the table. It was a risk, but it was one Dorsey was willing to take to have another shot at sticking in the NBA.

As well as Dorsey performed for the Greek national team in EuroBasket 2022, that level of play unfortunately hasn’t translated to Mavs training camp and preseason. Because of this, Dorsey is in danger of being cut this week, according to a report from Eurohoops.net.

“Per Eurohoops sources, Dorsey’s (NBA) season may end before it starts and despite having a two-way contract, Dallas is seriously thinking of releasing him,” writes Aris Barkas.

“If that’s the case, then Dorsey, who will be fully compensated, can either remain in the States and play in the G-League waiting for another NBA chance, or return to Europe, where his value is different.”

If Dorsey did decide to go back to Europe, he would automatically become one of the most sought after free agents. If the Mavs don’t cut him by Friday, though, Dorsey could have one more chance to show what he’s got in Dallas’ preseason finale against the Utah Jazz.