What happened: Dallas moved to 15 standard contracts for Opening Night with the release of veteran center Dwight Powell. Seth Lundy can return on a two-way deal if he clears waivers. Powell's camp deal carried a $1 million guarantee that would have reached $1.5 million on the regular roster.

Why it matters: The final two-way slot gives Dallas developmental wing depth entering the 2026-27 season without using a standard contract. Absorbing Powell's $1 million guarantee closes a nearly 12-year stint in Dallas and leaves backup-center minutes to reshuffle.

What to watch: Lundy must first clear waivers before Dallas can finalize any two-way return. An official announcement on the final slot would lock in the Opening Night roster.