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The Dallas Mavericks rumors have the team interested in acquiring Lauri Markkanen as his stalemate with the Chicago Bulls continues. Markkanen is a restricted free agent and would prefer to move on. The Bulls have no reason to let him without receiving something in return. Bleacher Reporter’s Jake Fischer rumored Chicago’s asking price is a first-round pick.
The Athletic’s Tim Cato ran down (subscription required) the Mavericks summer league performance and discussed the Mavericks’ pursuit of Markkanen.