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MPG
Minutes Per Game
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PPG
Points Per Game
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FG%
Field Goal Percentage
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RPG
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Assists Per Game
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| Regular Season | 14.1 | 3.9 | 49.6 | 2.7 | 1.1 |
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Mavericks' Kessler Edwards: Double-doubles in victory
Edwards finished with 22 points (9-12 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 11 rebounds, three assists and one steal in 35 minutes during Monday's 133-129 win over San Antonio.
The two-way forward drew his third consecutive start due to P.J. Washington (ankle) being sidelined. Edwards posted a career high in points Monday, as well as a game- and career-best mark in rebounds. He logged his second career double-double in the win, with his first double-double dating back to his rookie year with Brooklyn on Dec. 14, 2021. The big man has played at least 22 minutes in each of his last five appearances, and he will likely continue to see significant playing time due to a litany of injuries in the Dallas frontcourt.
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Mavericks' Kessler Edwards: Posts 13 points in starting role
Edwards ended Friday's 122-111 loss to the Grizzlies with 13 points (4-9 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, three assists, two steals and one block across 29 minutes.
Kessler moved back to the top unit Friday, serving as an undersized center while the Mavericks continue to be decimated by injures in the frontcourt. Dallas could eventually get some reinforcements with P.J. Washington (ankle) and Kai Jones (quadricep) seemingly viewed as day-to-day, but Edwards could be in store for a regular 20-plus-minute role until either or both players return. Edwards is on a two-way deal and has been active for 43 games this season, so he will be eligible to suit up for just seven contests for the remainder of the campaign.
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Mavericks' Kessler Edwards: Back in starting lineup Friday
Edwards is in Dallas' starting lineup against Memphis on Friday, Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News reports.
Edwards came off the bench in Wednesday's 137-107 loss to the Bucks, but he has been inserted back into the starting lineup for Friday's contest. The 2021 second-round pick has averaged 4.7 points, 3.7 rebounds and 1.5 assists over 15.3 minutes per game since the All-Star break.
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Mavericks' Kessler Edwards: Not in starting lineup Wednesday
Edwards is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Bucks, Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News reports.
Edwards drew the start in Monday's 122-98 loss to the Kings, notching six points, four rebounds and four assists across 22 minutes. A two-way player, Edwards is eligible to be active in just nine more games for the rest of the season, but despite moving to the bench, he'll likely suit up Wednesday since the injury-plagued Mavericks have just eight total players available.
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Mavericks' Kessler Edwards: Running with starters
Edwards is starting Monday's game against the Kings, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.
Edwards will make his return to the starting lineup after coming off the bench in his last appearance Thursday and failing to check in during Saturday's matchup. He should be more involved Monday considering P.J. Washington has been ruled out with an ankle injury.
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Mavericks' Kessler Edwards: Returning to bench role
Edwards isn't starting Thursday's game against the Hornets, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.
Edwards has started his team's last six games, but he'll revert to a bench role Thursday. This opens the door for Moses Brown to draw a start at center, though Edwards should still factor into the mix in the frontcourt.
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Mavericks' Kessler Edwards: Grabs eight boards vs. Warriors
Edwards closed Sunday's 126-102 loss to Golden State with six points (3-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt), eight rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 14 minutes.
Edwards played only 14 minutes in Sunday's blowout loss, but he managed to grab eight boards which tied Moses Brown for most on the Mavericks. Edwards has started at center in five straight games due to the absence of Anthony Davis (abdomen), and the former should remain in the starting lineup Tuesday against the Lakers.
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Mavericks' Kessler Edwards: Season-best effort Thursday
Edwards amassed 15 points (6-12 FG, 3-4 3Pt), nine rebounds and three assists in 40 minutes during Thursday's 118-113 win over Miami.
Making his third straight start for the shorthanded Mavs, Edwards set season highs in points and rebounds while handling a massive workload. The 24-year-old forward is averaging 8.3 points, 5.3 boards, 3.3 assists, 1.7 blocks and 1.3 steals in 33.0 minutes over those three contests, and with both Anthony Davis (thigh) and Daniel Gafford (knee) both facing extended absences, there could still be a role for Edwards on the other side of the All-Star break.
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Mavericks' Kessler Edwards: Taking advantage of opportunity
Edwards recorded four points (2-5 FG, 0-2 3Pt), six rebounds, six assists, three blocks and two steals over 33 minutes during Wednesday's 111-107 victory over Golden State.
The 24-year-old is shouldering a significant workload in the Mavericks' injury-ravaged frontcourt, and while he doesn't offer much offense, Edwards is making an impact with his defense. He's contributed multiple steals and blocks in back-to-back starts while averaging 29.5 minutes a contest, and Wednesday's six assists were also a career high. P.J. Washington (ankle) won't be back until after the All-Star break while Anthony Davis (thigh) figures to be sidelined into March, so Edwards could continue to have some short-term value as a bargain DFS option.
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Mavericks' Kessler Edwards: Blocks two shots
Edwards had six points (3-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt), one rebound, one assist, two blocks and two steals across 26 minutes during Monday's 129-128 overtime loss to Sacramento.
With Anthony Davis (adductor) and P.J. Washington (ankle) sidelined, Edwards drew the start at forward Monday. He had a strong showing on the defensive end, but Edwards is typically a low-usage player who doesn't make a ton of noise in the box score. Over his last five games, he's averaging 3.4 points, 3.0 rebounds, 1.0 assists, 0.8 blocks and 0.6 steals in 17.0 minutes.
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Mavericks' Kessler Edwards: Back in starting lineup
Edwards has been elevated to the starting lineup for Monday's game against Sacramento, Deuce Mason of NBC Sports California reports.
Edwards will rejoin the starting lineup due to the absences of Anthony Davis (adductor) and P.J. Washington (ankle). Monday night will be Edwards' third start out of his last four games and fourth overall, but expect Naji Marshall and potentially Olivier-Maxence Prosper to occupy the majority of the team's minutes at power forward.
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Mavericks' Kessler Edwards: Retreats to bench
Edwards isn't in the starting five for Saturday's game versus the Rockets, Lachard Binkley of SI.com reports.
Edwards will be replaced by Anthony Davis in the starting lineup Saturday. Edwards is averaging 3.0 points, 4.4 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 16.4 minutes across his previous five appearances coming off the bench.
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Mavericks' Kessler Edwards: Getting starting nod
Edwards is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game versus the 76ers, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.
Edwards will replace Olivier-Maxence Prosper in the starting five Tuesday. Edwards tallied seven points, four rebounds, two assists and one steal in 23 minutes during his only other starting appearance this season.
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Mavericks' Kessler Edwards: Fails to score in return to bench
Edwards ended Saturday's 122-107 loss to the Celtics with zero points (0-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt), four rebounds and one block across 12 minutes.
Edwards moved back to the bench following the return of Klay Thompson. As expected, the move signaled an end to any chance Edwards had of being a meaningful contributor. Outside of his spot start in the previous game, Edwards had logged more than 10 minutes only once all season. It would appear as though he is on the outside looking in when it comes to playing a sizeable role moving forward.
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Mavericks' Kessler Edwards: Retreating to bench Saturday
Edwards is not in the Mavericks' starting lineup against the Celtics on Saturday, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.
The 2021 second-round pick made his first start of the 2024-25 regular season Thursday against the Thunder, and he finished with seven points, four rebounds, two assists and one steal over 23 minutes in a 121-115 win. Edwards will come off the bench Saturday while Klay Thompson returns to the starting lineup following a two-game absence due to a sprained left ankle.
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Mavericks' Kessler Edwards: Making first start of season
Edwards is in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Thunder, Mavericks radio play-by-play broadcaster Chuck Cooperstein reports.
The Mavericks will be depleted regarding their wing depth for this contest, so Edwards will start at small forward. Edwards has made 14 appearances off the bench this season, averaging a mere 3.6 minutes per contest.
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Mavericks' Kessler Edwards: Not listed on injury report
Edwards (ankle) is not listed on the injury for Thursday's game against the Spurs, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.
Edwards was battling a minor ankle issue, but it appears to be behind him. Despite his availability, Edwards isn't guaranteed to see any playing time.
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Mavericks' Kessler Edwards: Limited in practice
Edwards (ankle) went through the non-contact portion of Saturday's practice, Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News reports.
Edwards missed all of the preseason while dealing with a sprained ankle. However, it appears Edwards is progressing in his recovery ahead of Thursday's regular-season opener against San Antonio.
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Mavericks' Kessler Edwards: Not playing vs. Bucks
Edwards (ankle) won't play in Thursday's preseason game against the Bucks, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.
The Mavericks will be resting several players for their preseason finale, and Edwards' roster status is very much in the air as a result of the ongoing injury. If he survives the final round of roster cuts, which is already a long shot, Edwards would be destined for a minimal role off the Dallas bench.
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Player Bio
| HT/WT: 6-7, 203 lbs |
| Birthplace: Glendale, CA |
| Age: 24 |
| School: Pepperdine |
| Experience: 3 |