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by Rodney Fisher Rick Carlisle talks 2013 NBA Draft. Photo credit Rodney Fisher “We knew it was going to be an unpredictable night”, says Rick Carlisle in regards to the 2013 NBA Draft. The Dallas Mavericks approached their first lottery pick in years in typical fashion. Trade down and keep cap room. Draft moves again signify the franchise’s goal to stick to their plan they started after winning their first NBA title, get a big free agent. With rumors of Dwight Howard not staying in LA and the weak draft prospects, the Mavs worked the phones.

DALLAS  —  The Dallas Mavericks announced today that they have assigned Jared Cunningham to the Texas Legends of the NBA Development League. Cunningham (6-4, 194) has seen action in seven games for the Mavericks and holds averages of 2.3 points and 3.4 minutes per game. Cunningham will join the Legends on Saturday night, Dec. 15, when they take on the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at 7:00 pm CT at the Dr. Pepper Arena in Frisco.   © 2012 Dallas Mavericks

10:30PM CST: Join us tonight as we discuss the '92 Dream Team vs '12 Team USA debate. Derek Page (@DPageHoopsWorld) of HOOPSWORLD.com will add his opinion also. Plus our interviews with new Mavericks Jae Crowder and Jared Cunningham. We get into the controversial Freeh Report on the Penn State Scandal and Drew Brees.  CLICK HERE TO LISTEN LIVE OR CALL US 323-927-2906

We interviewed new Mav Jared Cunningham about coming to Dallas and comparisons to Russell Westbrook. Cunningham tells us that he is looking forward to matching up to Westbrook. Full interview will air on tonight's show. CLICK HERE TO SET A REMINDER

10:30PM CST: Tonight's show we air the official exclusive interview with Jason Terry also details of our trip with the Lady Jets. Plus the Mavs introduce thier new rookies Jae Crowder, Jared Cunningham, and Bernard James. We talk about the NBA trades and free agency moves. Also a little NFL talk about the decline of attendance... All that and more plus we at taking your calls: 323-927-2906 CLICK HERE TO LISTEN LIVE

We take inside the Mavs press conference to introduce their 2012 draft class. Don't miss our interview with Jared Cunningham #1 and Jae Crowder #32.

Immediately after drafting Tyler Zeller with the 17th pick, the Mavs looking to retool traded him to Cleveland for the 24th, 33rd, and 34th picks. Mavs take advantage and grab three players that can really help a depleted roster; Jared Cunningham, Bernard James, and Jae Crowder. Cunningham is a good raw talent at the 2. James, a 27-year old Iraq war veteran center, drew the Newark fans admiration with "U.S.A" chants. A first for a Maverick draft pick. Crowder is big power forward at 6' 6'' 241 pounds with a high octane motor. Watching Crowder play at Marquette, he could be the energy guy off the bench to bring the enthusiam similar to Jet Terry. The also selected Darius Johnson-Odom Macs biggest impact will still be made in the free agent market. Question is: Are they trying to bring in players to match with Deron Williams or are they trying to package player to get Sworn here? Stay tuned... More on the players: Cunningham (6-4, 194) from Oregon State. Named First...