Mavericks waive veteran Powell after 12 seasons to keep young center

The Dallas Mavericks waived veteran center Dwight Powell, ending his 12-season run with the franchise as they trimmed their roster to the 15-player limit before the regular season. Dallas kept young center Moussa Cissé, whose potential and reported interest from other teams made him a priority, signaling a preference for youth and future development over retaining a longtime veteran. Powell, who played nearly his entire career in Dallas, was praised by team president Masai Ujiri as a consummate professional and valued teammate whose contributions extended into the community. If he clears waivers, Powell will become an unrestricted free agent.