The Cleveland Cavaliers waived guard DeAndre Liggins late in the 2016-17 NBA regular season on April 9. Two days later, he joined the Dallas Mavericks after they made a successful waiver claim of his contract. According to Mavs.com, management and the coaching staff will evaluate Liggins over the next few months to determine if he has a shot to make their 2017-18 opening roster.
The Mavericks will own Liggins' rights next season, if they pick up his team option by June 24. If that occurs, Liggins will gain $26,773 worth of salary protection for the 2017-18 season.