Mavericks' season undoubtedly hinges on terrifying Caleb Martin factor

Dallas Mavericks, Caleb Martin | Justin Casterline/GettyImagesIn the 2024-25 NBA season, the Dallas Mavericks made a trade with the Philadelphia 76ers to acquire Caleb Martin in exchange for Quentin Grimes. The Mavericks were Martin's fourth NBA team in his six-year NBA career, and Nico Harrison had all the belief in the world that he could become the Mavs' defensive stopper.

Martin had some solid stretches with the 76ers last season before being traded, but saw struggles as a Maverick and couldn't stay healthy. At times, Martin even became unplayable under head coach Jason Kidd.

With a poor season in Dallas after being traded, the Mavericks had a chance to dump Martin during the offseason.…