Mavericks void Rashard Lewis’ deal
By Mike Dyce
The Dallas Mavericks have voided the deal of forward Rashard Lewis according to ESPN’s Marc Stein. During a physical they found out he needed knee surgery, prompting the move.
The Mavericks have voided forward Rashard Lewis' one-year contract after finding out he needed knee surgery in his physical, a source said.
— Marc J. Spears (@MarcJSpears) July 23, 2014
Mavs Donnie Nelson didn't reveal Lewis was waived in statement,but said:"We wish him all the best for a speedy recovery & continued success"
— Marc J. Spears (@MarcJSpears) July 23, 2014
Mavs release statement on Rashard Lewis: “We wish him all the best for a speedy recovery and continued success in his remarkable career."
— Jeff Zillgitt (@JeffZillgitt) July 23, 2014
It doesn’t come as too big a surprise, the knee surgery was reported Tuesday night by Stein and the writing appeared to be on the wall already. Lewis is about to turn 35-years-old and has 16 NBA seasons on his body.
Forward Rashard Lewis will have knee surgery soon, a source told Yahoo. Lewis has previously agreed to sign with Dallas.
— Marc J. Spears (@MarcJSpears) July 22, 2014
Agent Colin Bryant: "Rashard discovered he needs a medical procedure on his right knee to ensure he functions at a high level this season."
— Marc J. Spears (@MarcJSpears) July 22, 2014
Agent Colin Bryant cont.: "We look forward to (Lewis) getting this behind him as soon as possible so he can continue his stellar NBA career"
— Marc J. Spears (@MarcJSpears) July 22, 2014