Stackhouse Agrees to Stay With Mavericks
"At this point in my career, I don't want to be part of young guys who don't have a realistic chance of winning"
Jerry Stackhouse is sticking with Dallas, agreeing to a three-year deal to remain the Mavericks' sixth man.
Stackhouse agreed Thursday night to a deal that will pay him more than the midlevel exception, which is expected to be set at roughly $6 million. While details were still being finalized Friday, the contract can't become official until the NBA's signing period begins Wednesday.
'It's great news for me and my family,' Stackhouse said. 'This place has become home for me.'
The 32-year-old Stackhouse was a free agent for the first time and could have gone for one last big payday and another chance to be a starter. Instead, he was comfortable with his setup in Dallas and stayed true to his vow of re-signing. Read more