San Antonio Spurs: Veterans Among the List of Players Who Played 82 Games This Season 1 Apr 2, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Chris Paul (3) in the first quarter against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Dallas Mavericks Linked With 40-Year-Old Guard in Free Agency, Per Insider

Originally posted on Hardwood Heroics | By Jordan Samar | Last updated Jun 24, 2025 9:27 AM ET

Cooper Flagg may not be the only addition the Dallas Mavericks make this offseason, as they’re reportedly in the market for soon-to-be free agent Chris Paul, who has thought about retiring from the game of basketball.

According to ClutchPoints’ Brett Siegel, the Dallas Mavericks are interested in Paul because of his veteran leadership and experience playing at a high level.

“Do not expect Flagg to be the only addition Dallas makes this offseason, as Dallas is said to be evaluating all options to improve their backcourt right away with proven, winning talent,” Siegel reported.

Spurs' Harrison Barnes Makes Powerful Chris Paul Declaration After Win vs. Jazz -'One of the greatest closures in this game' 3 Nov 16, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Paul (3) passes around Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II (2) during the first half at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

“Although he has made it clear that returning to Los Angeles is certainly an option for him this offseason to be closer to his family, league sources indicate that the Mavs are exploring ways to convince Chris Paul to sign with them in free agency,” he added.

Dallas Mavericks News: Daniel Gafford signs new extension with the team

In other news, the Dallas Mavericks managed to retain one of their key role players, as they agreed to a three-year, $60 million extension with Daniel Gafford.

NBA Trade Rumors: Nic Claxton, Daniel Gafford Seen As Best Lakers Center Option With Walker Kessler, Jalen Duren Not Available 6 Mar 31, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Brooklyn Nets center Nic Claxton (33) and Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford (21) battle for the rebound during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Gafford is fresh from a productive 2024-25 campaign with Dallas, averaging 12.3 points, 6.8 rebounds, 1.4 assists, and 1.8 blocks on 70.2 percent shooting from the field across 57 regular season appearances (31 starts).

The 26-year-old center will again team up with Anthony Davis and Dereck Lively II in the frontcourt as part of general manager Nico Harrison’s “defense wins championships” mantra.