Mavericks rookies De Larrea and Johnson show progress in practice

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 9:12 PM

Last updated Sep 28, 2026

Mavericks rookies De Larrea and Johnson show progress in practice
Summary

The Dallas Mavericks are seeing progress from their rookie class as Sergio De Larrea and Morez Johnson Jr. participate in team practices. Johnson, the No. 9 pick, is recovering from left calf soreness and getting closer to full participation after missing the last three Summer League games. Coach Dusty May confirmed Johnson has been working on shot techniques with coaches. De Larrea, the No. 25 pick, is adapting to the NBA with assistance from teammate Santi Aldama while refining skills and adjusting to game pace. The team will resume practice on Wednesday following a day off.

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  • •Johnson recovering from calf injury; nearing full practice participation
  • •De Larrea working on shooting and gameplay adjustments
  • •Mavericks plan to play at a fast pace this season
  • •Team returns to practice Wednesday after a day off
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  • 9:12 PMYahoo Sports — Mavericks rookie update: Sergio De Larrea and Morez Johnson Jr. are progressing
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The Mavericks had two first-round picks in the 2026 NBA Draft, but only one of them has been a full participant in practice. Mavericks forward Naji Marshall said Morez Johnson...

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