Khris Middleton Faces Sunday Deadline for Mavericks Buyout Decision

Khris Middleton finds himself at a pivotal crossroads as he approaches a Sunday deadline to decide whether to accept a buyout from the Dallas Mavericks. According to reports from Marc Stein of The Stein Line, the veteran forward has the option to part ways with Dallas, potentially joining a playoff contender as the postseason looms.

The Denver Nuggets are reportedly among the teams interested in acquiring Middleton, though he may have other playoff teams reaching out as well. However, it’s important to note that teams like Cleveland, Golden State, and New York are unable to participate in the buyout market due to being over the tax apron.

Middleton began the season in Washington but was traded to Dallas as part of the blockbuster deal involving Anthony Davis. In his brief tenure with the Mavericks, he has shown flashes of his former self, averaging 14.5 points and 4.8 rebounds per game while shooting 38.1% from beyond the arc. Yet, at 34 years old, it’s clear that he is not the same player who earned three All-Star selections, clinched a gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics, and played a crucial role in the Milwaukee Bucks’ 2021 championship run.

As he navigates this critical decision, Middleton is set to become an unrestricted free agent next summer unless he opts for a buyout and subsequently signs a multi-year deal with a new team.

Note: This recap is an independently written summary based on publicly available reporting.