Mavericks' Aldama Assigned to G League, Nears Return

Mavericks forward Santi Aldama is progressing in his recovery from right-knee surgery and has been assigned to the G League’s Texas Legends to practice and scrimmage as part of his return-to-play protocol. He will be recalled after practice without appearing in a G League game, and his debut could come soon, though he remains week-to-week and was considered doubtful for Wednesday’s game against Oklahoma City. Aldama’s return would add frontcourt depth and provide Dallas with a versatile 7-footer who can shoot from three, rebound and attack the basket.