Cisse's new Mavericks deal matches Knicks' offer sheet

Moussa Cisse signed a two-year, nearly $5 million contract with Dallas, matching an offer sheet from the New York Knicks. The deal locks in the big man after a rookie season in which he played nearly 40 games, averaging about 5 points and 6 rebounds in 14 minutes.

Dallas' center picture remains unsettled with Dereck Lively II still sidelined after foot surgery and no return timetable set.

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+ 2 reports from 2 outlets

Yahoo Sports · 1 Oct 2026Cisse's new Mavericks deal matches Knicks' offer sheet

Basketball-Reference · 19 Jul 2026Mavericks sign Moussa Cisse to multi-year deal

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