What happened: Dallas acquired Santi Aldama and the rights to Tarik Biberovic in a multi-team transaction. A separate deal brought in Zaccharie Risacher, the former No. 1 overall pick.

Why it matters: Aldama offers near-term flexibility as he approaches his athletic prime. Dallas must soon decide on Risacher's player option for 2027-28 before he has played for the club.

What to watch: Their roles during the 2026-27 season will provide the first on-court comparison between the two moves.