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5 Free Agents The Dallas Mavericks Should Target In 2015 Offseason

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5 Free Agents The Dallas Mavericks Should Target In 2015 Offseason

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The Dallas Mavericks looked like a nightmare for opponents on paper. On the court, it just didn't work and one ego refused to fit in. The team's relationship with Rajon Rondo quickly went south as the late-season trade proved to be worthless. With plenty of cap space to work with and one more year with an aging Dirk Nowitzki, here are five free agents the Mavericks should target.

5. Reggie Jackson

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5. Reggie Jackson

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It has already been reported that Raymond Felton will opt out of his final year in Dallas, and there isn't a Kardashian's chance in higher education that Rajon Rondo will re-sign. So, there is a void at point guard and guard in general since Monta Ellis could also opt out. Reggie Jackson could be a nice pick-up for the Mavs. Jackson is a flourishing point guard who doesn't need to steal the show. It might also leave room for another signing.

4. Monta Ellis

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4. Monta Ellis

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Speaking of Monta Ellis, he is obviously a free agent to focus on. Looking at a $9 million option, Ellis is likely to opt out and seek a longer deal for more money, and rightfully so. He played well while in Dallas, but has been overshadowed by the whole Rondo situation and Chandler Parsons.

3. DeAndre Jordan

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3. DeAndre Jordan

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The Mavs needs a big man and they love defensive centers. DeAndre Jordan will be on the market and will be out for money. The only problem with Jordan is his offensive game. He will rebound and block shots, but he will not score 20 point every night. Alongside Nowitzki, Jordan wouldn't have to score.

2. Jimmy Butler

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2. Jimmy Butler

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A rising star well worth of the max contract is Jimmy Butler, and he would be a great pickup for any team. The only problem for the Mavs might be him playing alongside Parsons. I consider this a long shot, but you never know with Mark Cuban.

1. LaMarcus Aldridge

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1. LaMarcus Aldridge

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There are two teams in Texas rumored to be after LaMarcus Aldridge, but the Mavericks may have the upper hand. Reports say that the San Antonio Spurs could be switching their interests to Marc Gasol. Nonetheless, Aldridge is nearly a must-sign for Dallas. Nowitzki is on the verge of retirement, and Cuban is looking for the next staple of the franchise.

Shane Phillips is a Miami Heat Writer for www.RantSports.com. Follow Shane on Twitter @ShaneRantSports, “Like” him on Facebook or add him to your network on Google. You can also email Shane at [email protected].

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