The Dallas Mavericks have acquired veteran playmaker D'Angelo Russell on a two-year, $13 million contract. This addition aims to strengthen a backcourt that struggled last season after missing the playoffs. Russell's conversation with GM Nico Harrison highlights the franchise's excitement about his potential impact, as both men express a shared determination to succeed.

Russell, a former second overall pick, has had a successful but tumultuous career spanning ten years and multiple teams. He averaged 12.6 points and 5.1 assists last season while playing for the Los Angeles Lakers and Brooklyn Nets. The Mavericks are hopeful that with Russell joining alongside No. 1 overall pick Cooper Flagg, they can bounce back from a disappointing record. Expectations are high for the upcoming season as Dallas looks to return to playoff contention.