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Powell had been a late addition to the roster as training camp opened last month, which had initially fueled speculation that he might return for a 13th campaign. However, with the Mavericks already carrying the maximum of 15 guaranteed contracts, the front office faced a roster crunch that ultimately necessitated the release of the 35-year-old big man.
A decade of service in Dallas
Throughout his career, Powell became a fixture within the Mavericks organization. Acquired in December 2014 as part of a multi-player trade that brought Rajon Rondo to Dallas from the Boston Celtics, Powell remained with the team long after the other pieces of that deal had moved on. While Rondo’s stint in Dallas was brief and marked by friction with then-head coach Rick Carlisle, Powell went on to play 11 full seasons with the club.
Over the course of his 768 career NBA appearances, Powell played all but five games in a Mavericks uniform. He started 266 of those contests, providing consistent depth and reliability. Statistically, he concludes his time in Dallas with career averages of 6.5 points and 4.2 rebounds across 17.5 minutes per game.
Reflecting on a professional legacy
Following the announcement, the organization acknowledged Powell’s contributions both on and off the court. Masai Ujiri, the president of basketball operations, praised the veteran for his conduct throughout his tenure in Dallas.
Ujiri described Powell as the consummate professional, highlighting his work ethic and his role as a teammate. Beyond his statistical output, the organization noted that Powell’s influence extended into the local Dallas community, cementing his reputation as a representative of the franchise’s values during his long stay with the team.
