# Johnson Jr. Shines in Summer League | Dallas Mavericks News

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Podcast: [Dallas Mavericks News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/dallas-mavericks-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7551756)
Published: 2026-07-18T05:39:09+00:00
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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: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6d6e075f8af92683

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