“He Did a Lot for Us”: Kyrie Irving Turns Emotional As Mavs Waive Dwight Powell After 12 Seasons

The Dallas Mavericks have officially waived veteran center Dwight Powell after 12 seasons with the franchise ahead of the regular-season roster deadline. All-Star guard Kyrie Irving expressed emotional heartbreak over the departure of Powell, describing him as a consummate professional, a close friend, and a respected locker room leader who gave immense contributions to both the team and the city of Dallas.

Originally acquired in December 2014, Powell played 763 games for Dallas and will enter unrestricted free agency if he clears waivers. Following the move, along with the waiving of Seth Lundy and John Poulakidas, Irving becomes the longest-tenured player on the Mavericks roster as the team finalizes preparations for Wednesday's season opener against the Houston Rockets.