Dallas Mavericks Salary Cap 2024-25: Breaking Down the Numbers

Cap Space and Player Salaries

As the 2024-25 NBA season approaches, the Dallas Mavericks' salary cap situation takes shape. According to Spotrac, the team's projected salary cap for the upcoming season is $136,021,000, giving them $2,869,253 in cap space.

The Mavericks' highest-earning player is Kristaps Porzingis, with a projected salary of $33,835,564. Other key players include Luka Dončić ($32,658,344), Dorian Finney-Smith ($12,442,600), and Spencer Dinwiddie ($19,833,400).

Positional Spending

The Mavericks' positional spending is heavily weighted toward the guard position, with a total of $53,266,920 allocated to that spot. Forwards account for $26,658,382, while centers make up $10,371,794.

Draft Results and Rookie Contracts

The Mavericks hold the 14th overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. The salary for the rookie selected at that position is expected to be $4,079,600 for the first year.

Jalen Brunson's Upcoming Free Agency

One of the biggest storylines surrounding the Mavericks this summer is the upcoming free agency of Jalen Brunson. The 26-year-old guard is expected to command a significant salary on the open market. If the Mavericks are unable to sign Brunson to a long-term deal, it could have a major impact on their salary cap situation for the 2024-25 season.