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Mavs place a lot of value in Courtney Lee and his ability to help their younger players

BOSTON – His name may not be in the headlines as much as Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis. But Courtney Lee is just as valuable to the Dallas Mavericks’ organization.

A 12-year veteran guard out of Western Kentucky, the 34-year old Lee and 35-year old J. J. Barea are the two oldest players with the Mavs. Part of their job is to share words of wisdom and guidance with the numerous young players the Mavs have on their roster.

“He and J. J. Barea are really important to our team in terms of messaging during games, and keeping guys focused on the right kinds of things,” coach Rick Carlisle said after Monday morning’s shootaround at TD Garden.