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Johnson Jr. Shines in Summer League | Dallas Mavericks News
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- Jul 18, 2026
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- 93
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Summary
Dallas Mavericks’ gamble on Morez Johnson Jr. at No. 9 in the 2026 NBA Draft is paying off fast—Summer League highlights show a rare blend of elite offense and defense. He’s hitting 75% of his shots inside the arc while making smart passes, and his defensive impact is staggering: six blocks and five steals in just two games. His length and quickness disrupt everything, but he’ll need to dial back the aggression and improve his three-point shot to reach his ceiling. If this is just the start, Johnson could be the biggest surprise of the 2026 draft class. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6d6e075f8af92683