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Dennis Smith Jr. Not Your Biggest LeBron James Fan

With the 9th pick in the 2017 NBA Draft, the Dallas Mavericks got their guy when they selected Dennis Smith Jr. out of N.C. State.

The freshman, electric point guard brings Dallas an athletic presence to the point guard spot that Cuban & Co. simply has never had before. After hearing his name called on draft night, Smith Jr. made his way to Dallas on Friday.

Friday afternoon, the Dallas Mavericks had their introductory press conference where they introduced Smith Jr. to the media and the city of Dallas.

After hearing questions about his fit with the team and time in college, Smith Jr.