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Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 20, 2024
Breaking Down Melvin Ajinca, the Dallas Mavericks' 2024 Second-Round Pick

Breaking Down Melvin Ajinca, the Dallas Mavericks' 2024 Second-Round Pick

Though he won't suit up for the Dallas Mavericks this season, the 51st pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, French wing Melvin Ajinca, has true potential as an athletic cutter and transition scorer who can also spot up and hit threes.

Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / July 10, 2024

Wizards announce recent additions to the coaching staff

Outside of David Vanterpool, Alexis Ajinca is the only returning member from last season. The Washington Wizards have announced several additions to their coaching staff for the 2024-2025 season.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Mavs.com / June 27, 2024

Mavs make draft-day trade for forward Melvin Ajinca

A day after he turned 20 years old, Melvin Ajinca celebrated by becoming the newest member of the Dallas Mavericks. A product of Saint-Quentin in France’s top league, Ajinca was chosen Thursday by the New York Knicks on the second round of the NBA Draft with the 51st overall pick.

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NBA News / Mavs Moneyball / June 27, 2024

Mavericks trade up to 51, draft Melvin Ajinca in second round of the 2024 NBA Draft

Dallas moves up in the draft to take the 3-and-D prospect from France The Dallas Mavericks traded up to the 51st pick of the 2024 NBA Draft Thursday and selected Melvin Ajinca, a 6’8 forward from France.

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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Peachtree Hoops / May 23, 2024

2024 NBA Draft scouting report: Melvin Ajinca

A 3-and-D prospect, Ajinca is looking to make the NBA’s top-60 come draft day. The theme of ‘family’ is one that plays an underlying factor in the 2024 NBA Draft, with LeBron James Jr.

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