NBA: All-Time Starting 5 of the Dallas Mavericks

Guard – Derek Harper

Derek Harper

One of the first star players for the Mavericks, Derek Harper was the 11th overall selection in the 1984 NBA Draft. He was not a starter in his first three seasons but when he did, he led the team to the Western Conference Finals in 1988. However, the team lost to the Los Angeles Lakers in seven games.

Harper had the best season of his career in 1990 when he averaged 19.7 points, 3.0 rebounds, 7.1 assists, and 1.9 steals per game. He was never an All-Star but he solidified himself as one of the best players in franchise history. Harper ranks fourth in points, first in assists and steals, and fifth in three-pointers made.

Honorable Mention: Guard – Jason Kidd

The best point guard of his generation, Jason Kidd would have made it in the all-time starting five if he played his prime in Dallas. He was still young during his first stint from 1994 to 1996 and past his prime from 2008 to 2012. Nevertheless, Kidd was instrumental in helping the Mavericks win their first NBA championship in 2011.