Mavericks: Acquired F Santi Aldama from Memphis. Acquired G Marcus Sasser from Detroit.

The Dallas Mavericks, sitting at 26–56 and ranked 12th in the Western Conference, added forward Santi Aldama and guard Marcus Sasser in a move aimed at bolstering a roster that currently holds a net rating of –5.4. With a recent win snapping a longer slump (W1) but a 3–7 record over the last ten games, the club is looking for fresh pieces to improve its power‑rank position, currently #21.

Aldama arrives with solid production this season—14.0 points, 6.7 rebounds and 2.9 assists per game on 47.9% shooting across 43 contests. He is listed as day‑to‑day following right‑knee surgery, with an expected return around October 1, 2026. The Mavericks will likely monitor his health closely and integrate him gradually, watching how his scoring and rebounding can complement the team’s front‑court while he regains full fitness. Marcus Sasser, acquired from Detroit, adds depth at the guard spot, giving Dallas additional options as it seeks to close the season and plan for the next year.