Marcus Sasser proved he should be the Mavericks’ backup point guard in just 1 game

Will Miller argues that Marcus Sasser proved he deserves to be the Dallas Mavericks' backup point guard behind Kyrie Irving following a strong regular-season debut. Despite Dallas struggling against the Houston Rockets, Sasser scored 17 points on 6-for-8 shooting, including 4-for-5 from 3-point range, to finish as the team's second-leading scorer in 24 minutes of action.

Miller highlights that Sasser provides reliable shooting, shot creation, and defense over younger options like rookie Sergio De Larrea and two-way guard Walter Clayton Jr. The writer notes head coach Dusty May already showed trust in the 25-year-old former Detroit Pistons guard, who could also share the floor alongside Irving.