DALLAS — Spencer DinwiddieHe frequently attributed his amazing early performance to the Dallas MavericksTo the team’s culture, and role definition, he admitted Saturday that he had the perception that he was a poor fellow teammate during his short stint with the Washington WizardsHe was bothered.
Dinwiddie, along with forwarders, arrived in Dallas just before the trade deadline. Davis Bertans in a deal for Kristaps Porzingis. Dinwiddie signed a $34 million, three-year contract with the Wizards in the offseason. However, there were reports that Dinwiddie wasn’t liked by the Washington locker room.
After a Mavericks win of 114-113 over the Mavericks, Dinwiddie stated that “I think it’s what hurts the most.” Sacramento KingsSunday. Washington is not a person I have ever criticized. I’ve never said a negative thing about the team. Ted is the owner/chairman of my team, and I am grateful for that. [Leonsis]Tommy Sheppard, the GM, and I are grateful [Bradley Beal]They all decided to give me my contract. They didn’t have to pay someone coming off an AACL.
“I am appreciative for that, and appreciative my time there. … So, to be beaten out on the way out of the door hurt my feelings for certain. “I believe I’m human.
Dinwiddie quickly became a significant contributor to the Mavs as a sixth-man. In five games played since the All Star break, Dinwiddie has averaged 22.2 points per game and 6.0 assists. He also shoots 57.1% from beyond the arc in five games. This helped him to play a significant role in closing out two wins over the Mavericks. Golden State WarriorsDuring that time.
Jason Kidd, Dallas coach said that “he’s been very open to coaching and to his fellow teammates, and they trust them.” “That’s the most difficult thing about it. How fast can trust happen? You can clearly see that the trust is very high when he’s standing on the floor.
Dinwiddie was asked why he feels so much more at home in Dallas than Washington. He said, “Not just to beat a dead horse. I think our commitment towards the collective and to winning these games is all that matters.”
When Dinwiddie plays, the Mavs are 6-1, which includes Saturday’s win when he filled. Luka DoncicWhile the superstar was recovering from a minor injury to his right foot, he took’s place in the starting line-up. Dinwiddie expressed that he is able to be aggressive and understand exactly what the Mavericks need, including his ability to penetrate.
Dinwiddie said, “I do the things I want to do and I don’t do what it’s not supposed to do.” This applies to all levels of the game, from 1 through 15. We all share that mentality. It is important that we win basketball games, not only in the regular season, but also in the playoffs.
Dinwiddie noted that his Wizards tenure began long before any issues. Washington’s 10-3 win was his best performance. He scored 17.0 points and 6.0 assists, scoring many clutch shots despite having just returned from knee surgery.
Dinwiddie said that he was “fighting through for those guys” and averaged 8.4 points per game on 27% shooting. The Wizards lost eight of their last nine games with Dinwiddie in Washington. “When my role changed, they wanted me pass more — they felt that I was scoring a lot. I did that. I didn’t feel like scoring enough, but that’s how they thought — the team needed me. [Kyle Kuzma]And [Kentavious Caldwell-Pope]I was amazed at the shots of those guys. I said, ‘Look, I already got paid. This is about y’all trying to get all the shots that you need, whatever.
“So, to be kind of kicked out a door was wild. It was the first time I’d ever experienced it. However, I don’t have anything to do with it except that it hurt my feelings. You can be cautiously optimistic about the new situation, just as with any other thing. It’s been a good fit so far. “I love what they asked me to do, which is to get in the paint. I will continue doing that and try to be of service.”