Dallas Mavericks Exclusive: Derrick Jones Jr. Loving Role Playing 'Natural Position'

DALLAS—The Dallas Mavericks did not experience the robust defensive resurgence they benefited from until moves were made before the midseason trade deadline to acquire P.J. Washington and Daniel Gafford. Jones has factored into the Mavericks' foundation in a significant way. Coming off a disappointing Game 4 loss on their home floor, Dallas needed to respond while facing the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 5 at Paycom Center. Alongside Luka Doncic having a big game, Jones stepped up majorly, scoring 19 points on 7-9 (77.8%) shooting overall and going 3-5 (60.0%) from deep, while adding one rebound, one assist, one steal, and one block.