NBA Rumors: Dallas Mavericks Acquire Nerlens Noel in Trade

Deal Comes After Noel's Buyout With Detroit Pistons

Noel Turned Down $70 Million Contract Offer from Mavericks

December 13, 2022 12:40 PM EST The Dallas Mavericks have made a move to bolster their frontcourt, acquiring center Nerlens Noel in a trade with the Detroit Pistons. The deal comes just five months after Noel began expressing dissatisfaction with his situation in Detroit. According to sources, the Pistons and Noel agreed to a contract buyout on Monday, allowing him to become an unrestricted free agent. The Mavericks quickly pounced on the opportunity, signing Noel to a contract for the rest of the season. Noel's acquisition comes as a bit of a surprise, as he had previously turned down a four-year, $70 million contract offer from the Mavericks. However, it seems that the lure of playing for a contending team was too much to resist. The Mavericks have been one of the most active teams in NBA trade rumors as the deadline approaches. They have been linked to several players, including Myles Turner, Jae Crowder, and John Collins. Noel's addition gives them another big man to rotate with Dwight Powell and Christian Wood.