# Nembhard Aims to Shine as Kyrie's Backup | 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: 2026-07-11T17:35:05+00:00
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Ryan Nembhard, the undrafted gem who stunned everyone last season, is poised to take on a bigger role as Kyrie Irving’s primary backup for the Dallas Mavericks. After a whirlwind summer with Team Canada alongside NBA stars like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and his brother Andrew, Nembhard returned to Las Vegas and immediately made his mark with a double-double in his Summer League debut. While aware of his defensive shortcomings and shooting need, he’s laser-focused on improvement. Coach Joe Boylan called him a “luxury” for his calm, game-ready presence. Now, he’ll compete for backup PG minutes against Marcus Sasser and Sergio De Larrea — but his relentless work ethic and early success suggest he’s ready to shine again. 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/fae9a92b275f49ed

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