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Jun 30, 2026

Mavericks Monitoring Potential Trade Target From Nuggets

Mavericks Monitoring Potential Trade Target From Nuggets

The Dallas Mavericks have some interest in a veteran from the Denver Nuggets. Dustin Lewis|
Oct 29, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Cam Johnson (23) attempts a shot in the third quarter against the New Orleans Pelicans at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
Oct 29, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Cam Johnson (23) attempts a shot in the third quarter against the New Orleans Pelicans at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images | Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

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The activity around the NBA is picking up with free agency slated to kick off later on Tuesday.

So far, there have been a variety of trades, such as Milwaukee parting ways with Giannis Antetokounmpo for a package from Miami, Memphis shipping Ja Morant off to Portland, and Minnesota acquiring LaMelo Ball from Charlotte.

Even though the Mavericks made a few small deals during the 2026 NBA Draft, they've yet to make a splash on the trade market.

There's a chance that changes soon, as Dallas has explored the trade market for various members of the roster, including Daniel Gafford, P.J. Washington, and Klay Thompson.

The Mavericks are clearly looking for ways to empower Cooper Flagg as the rising star enters his second season at the professional level.

With the Mavericks over the salary cap, the best way to add more talent to the roster is via trade.

Denver Nuggets forward Cameron Johnson
Apr 4, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Cameron Johnson (23) reacts to his three point score in overtime against the San Antonio Spurs at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect

Mavericks 'Believed' To Be Interested In Denver Nuggets Veteran

According to The Athletic's Sam Amick, there is a belief that the Mavericks are interested in Denver Nuggets forward Cam Johnson. The Miami Heat were also mentioned in the report.

"Rival teams consistently point to Nuggets forward Cam Johnson, acquired last summer in a deal that sent away Michael Porter Jr., as the most likely candidate to be dealt, in large part because the 30-year-old has just one season left on his deal at $23 million," Amick wrote. "Miami and Dallas are believed to be among the many interested teams."

Johnson is entering the final year of a four-year/$94.5 million deal. His contract will come off the books following the 2026-27 season, which could be enticing for the Mavericks.

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