Ryan Nembhard News, Rumors, Updates - Dallas Mavericks

Mavericks' overlooked rookie must fix this hidden flaw before it's too late Ryan Nembhard had a strong rookie year, but one overlooked shooting adjustment could determine whether his game levels up or stalls out.

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APRIL 13 • YOUTUBE

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APRIL 13 • YOUTUBE

Dishes 23 assists Nembhard recorded 15 points (6-11 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 23 assists, nine rebounds and two steals in 38 minutes during Sunday's 149-128 win over the Bulls.

Impact Nembhard was given the keys to the offense due to the majority of the team's rotation players being out and Cooper Flagg (ankle) exiting early, and he did not disappoint, as he set a Mavericks rookie record for assists in a game. On top of his playmaking, Nemhard added 15 points and ended up one rebound shy of a triple-double. The rookie guard concludes the season with four double-doubles and his name engraved in Mavericks history.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Ryan Nembhard's 23 assists break coach Jason Kidd's rookie Mavs record in blowout of Bulls in finale

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APRIL 13 • Associated Press

Back in starting lineup Nembhard is in the Mavericks' starting lineup against the Suns on Wednesday, Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Impact Nembhard did not start in each of the Mavericks' last two games after doing so in the three games prior, but he's back in the lineup for Wednesday's contest due to the absences of Naji Marshall ( hip) and P.J. Washington (elbow). Nembhard is coming off a solid performance against the Clippers on Tuesday, when he played 25 minutes and finished with 12 points, seven assists, six rebounds and two steals in a 116-103 loss.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 8 • YOUTUBE

Kawhi Leonard's 34-point night lifts Clippers over Mavs after a blown 23-point lead

Kawhi Leonard scored 34 points and hit six 3-pointers in the Los Angeles Clippers' 116-103 win over the Dallas Mavericks

APRIL 8 • Associated Press

Headed to bench Nembhard will come off the bench for Sunday's game versus the Lakers.

Impact P.J. Washington (illness) will replace Nembhard in the first unit in his return from a three-game stint on the sidelines. As a reserve this season, Nembhard owns averages of 4.1 points and 3.9 assists per game.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Rollins scores 24, Kuzma adds 20 and the Bucks beat Mavericks 123-99 to snap 4-game skid

Ryan Rollins had 24 points, seven rebounds and nine assists, Kyle Kuzma added 20 points, and the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Dallas Mavericks 123-99 to snap a four-game losing streak

APRIL 1 • Associated Press

Getting look with starters Nembhard is starting Monday's game against the Timberwolves.

Impact Nembhard will enter the starting lineup with Naji Marshall (illness) and P.J. Washington (illness) listed out Monday. Nembhard averaged 7.3 points, 3.3 rebounds and 7.3 assists in 25.8 minutes in his four previous March starts.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Reduced role continues Nembhard had four points (2-3 FG) and four assists across 13 minutes during Wednesday's 142-135 loss to Denver.

Impact Nembhard was limited to just 13 minutes, with the return of Brandon Williams (concussion) likely impacting Nembhard's opportunities. Other than his upside in assists, it's hard to hold Nembhard outside of very deep formats. For those in standard leagues, he can be streamed in as required, keeping in mind that his role is likely to fluctuate from one game to the next.

MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE

Slides back to bench Nembhard will come off the bench for Saturday's game against the Clippers.

Impact Nembhard's streak of four consecutive starts will come to an end Saturday night. Max Christie, Naji Marshall, Cooper Flagg, P.J. Washington and Daniel Gafford make up the Mavericks' first unit. Nembhard averaged 7.3 points, 3.3 rebounds and 7.3 assists across 25.8 minutes during his four-game start streak.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies six assists in loss Nembhard registered two points (1-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt), four rebounds and five assists across 25 minutes during Monday's 129-111 loss to the Pelicans.

Impact Nembhard remained in the starting lineup, making it three straight starts for the rookie. Despite the promotion, production has not followed, averaging just 7.0 points, 3.7 rebounds, 6.0 assists and 1.7 three-pointers during that time. Given his lack of offensive polish, Nembhard should be viewed as nothing more than a potential assists streamer.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Mavericks bounce back with 130-120 victory over Cavaliers after being routed Friday night

Cooper Flagg scored 27 points, Naji Marshall added 25 and the Dallas Mavericks bounced back from a 33-point loss to Cleveland two days ago to defeat the Cavaliers 130-120

MARCH 15 • Associated Press

Starting Friday vs. Cleveland Nembhard is in the Mavericks' starting lineup against the Cavaliers on Friday.

Impact Nembhard has played 10 minutes or less in three of his last four outings while coming off the bench. However, he'll have the opportunity to serve in an expanded role Friday as he starts for the first time since Jan. 10 against the Bulls, when he played 29 minutes and finished with 16 points, six assists, three rebounds and three three-pointers.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Muted role continues Nembhard amassed three assists in nine minutes during Tuesday's 124-112 loss to the Hawks.

Impact Nembhard continues to play limited minutes off the bench, resulting in muted production. Despite being converted to a full-time contract, Nembhard has struggled to carve out a meaningful spot in the rotation. In six games over the past two weeks, he has averaged just 4.3 points and 3.0 assists in 13.0 minutes per contest.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Mavs sign undrafted rookie guard Ryan Nembhard to standard contract

The Dallas Mavericks have signed point guard Ryan Nembhard to a standard NBA contract after he thrived as an undrafted rookie free agent on a two-way deal

MARCH 1 • Associated Press

Mavs waive Tyus Jones, who was a player involved in the Anthony Davis trade

The Dallas Mavericks have waived point guard Tyus Jones, one of the players involved in the three-team trade that sent Anthony Davis to the Washington Wizards

FEBRUARY 28 • Associated Press

Inks standard contract with Dallas The Mavericks converted Nembhard's two-way contract to a two-year standard contract Saturday, NBA reporter Marc Stein reports.

Impact A spot opened up a spot on the roster after Tyus Jones was waived, which the Mavericks opted to fill with Nembhard on a two-year deal that includes a team option for the 2026-27 season. Nembhard has spent most of February in the G League with the Texas Legends but has seen meaningful playing time at the NBA level this season, including a 16-game stretch from late November to early January where he was in the starting lineup and averaged 9.6 points, 6.1 assists, 2.3 rebounds and 1.3 threes over 24.9 minutes per game. He last saw NBA action Feb. 5 but should see some consistent minutes off the bench for the rest of the regular season, especially for as long as Cooper Flagg (foot) is sidelined.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Not expected to play Saturday The Mavericks list Nembhard (two-way) as doubtful for Saturday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Nembhard has been active for 44 games at the NBA level this season, meaning he can suit up just six more times before the Mavericks would need to convert him from a two-way deal to a standard contract in order for him to play again in 2025-26. The Mavericks acquired Tyus Jones ahead of Thursday's trade deadline to bolster their depth at point guard and lessen the need to lean as heavily on Nembhard off the bench. Until he's called up to the parent club again, Nembhard should still continue to get steady run in the G League. He made his first appearance for the G League's Texas Legends since Nov. 11 in Friday's 115-105 loss to the Stockton Kings, playing 38 minutes and finishing with 24 points (11-24 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 0-1 FT), nine assists, five rebounds and one steal.

FEBRUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Only 12 minutes in loss Nembhard recorded three points (1-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt) and three assists in 12 minutes during Tuesday's 110-100 loss to the Celtics.

Impact Even with both Brandon Williams (leg) and D'Angelo Russell (illness) sidelined, Nembhard was unable to make the most of his opportunity. In what has been a roller coaster of a rookie season, it appears as though Nembhard could struggle to play meaningful minutes, at least for the foreseeable future. With that said, he is someone to keep an eye on, especially if Dallas opts to throw in the towel at any point.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Scoreless again Saturday Nembhard ended Saturday's 111-107 loss to the Rockets with zero points (0-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt), one rebound, three assists and one block across 11 minutes.

Impact Nembhard failed to score for the second straight game, continuing to play a modest role as the third-string point guard. In six appearances over the past two weeks, the rookie has averaged just 2.8 points and 3.2 assists in 11.3 minutes per game, leaving him well outside the top 300 in standard formats. With that said, Brandon Williams suffered a knee injury during the loss, forcing him to leave the game prematurely. If he misses any time moving forward, Nembhard could be back on the streaming radar for anyone needing assists.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Another quiet outing Nembhard recorded four points (2-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt), three rebounds, five assists and one steal over 21 minutes during Monday's 114-97 win over the Knicks.

Impact Although Nembhard has maintained a sizable role, his fantasy appeal remains very low. Across his last eight games, he's seen 20.7 minutes per contest with 7.0 points, 5.6 assists, 2.5 rebounds and 1.0 three-pointers on 38.9 percent shooting from the field.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Jamal Murray scores 33 and Nuggets beat Mavs 118-109 as Cooper Flagg exits with sprained ankle

Jamal Murray scored 33 points and the Denver Nuggets held on for a 118-109 victory over Dallas

JANUARY 15 • Associated Press

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